Country Facts:
Canada vs. Japan
Learn about the similarities and differences between Canada and Japan by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Canada vs. Japan - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Canada is 3 855 103 mi², while the surface area of Japan is 145 920 mi². This means that the area of Canada is 2542% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Canada has a coastline of 125 566.7 mi, while Japan has a coastline of 18 486.4 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in Canada is Toronto, with a population of about 2 615 060 people. In contrast, the largest city in Japan is Tokyo, where the population is 13 161 800.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Canada is Mount Logan, its height is 19 551 ft. The highest peak in Japan is Mount Fuji on Honshū, which rises to a height of 12 388 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Canada, the highest temperature ever measured was 113°F and was recorded in Yellow Grass, Saskatchewan, while in Japan the highest temperature was 105.8°F and was recorded in Shimanto, Kōchi.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Canada, the lowest temperature ever measured was -81.4°F and was recorded in Snag, Yukon, while in Japan, the lowest temperature was -41.8°F and was recorded in Asahikawa, Hokkaidō.
Society
Canada vs. Japan - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Canada is about 37 742 154, while Japan is home to 126 476 461 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 83.6 years in Canada and 84.7 years in Japan.
Average age
The average age is 41.8 years in Canada and 48.6 years in Japan.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 0.77% in Canada and -0.37% in Japan.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.0% in Canada and 99.0% in Japan.
Language
In Canada, the main language is English, French, and in Japan the primary language is Japanese.
Religion
In Canada, the main religion is Christianity; in Japan, the main religion is Shintō.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Canada: 48 091 Int$. Japan: 41 733 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Canada: frequency and voltage are 120V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B). Electricity in Japan: frequency and voltage are 100V 50 Hz / 60 Hz (plug type: A, B).
Driving side
Canada has right-hand traffic, Japan has left-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Canada - June, July, August; Japan - April, May, September, October.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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