Country Facts:
Germany vs. Japan
Learn about the similarities and differences between Germany and Japan by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Germany vs. Japan - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Japan is 145 920 mi². This means that the area of Japan is 5.83% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Japan has a coastline of 18 486.4 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in Germany is Berlin, with a population of about 3 562 170 people. In contrast, the largest city in Japan is Tokyo, where the population is 13 161 800.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Japan is Mount Fuji on Honshū, which rises to a height of 12 388 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Germany, the highest temperature ever measured was 104.4°F and was recorded in Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg, while in Japan the highest temperature was 105.8°F and was recorded in Shimanto, Kōchi.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Germany, the lowest temperature ever measured was -50.6°F and was recorded in Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria, while in Japan, the lowest temperature was -41.8°F and was recorded in Asahikawa, Hokkaidō.
Society
Germany vs. Japan - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Japan is home to 126 476 461 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 84.7 years in Japan.
Average age
The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 48.6 years in Japan.
Birthrate
The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and -0.37% in Japan.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 99.0% in Japan.
Language
In Germany, the main language is German, and in Japan the primary language is Japanese.
Religion
In Germany, the main religion is Christianity; in Japan, the main religion is Shintō.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Germany: 54 264 Int$. Japan: 41 733 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Germany: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Japan: frequency and voltage are 100V 50 Hz / 60 Hz (plug type: A, B).
Driving side
Germany has right-hand traffic, Japan has left-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Germany - May, 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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