Honshu (Japanese: 本州, Hepburn: Honshū, pronounced [hoꜜɰ̃ɕɯː] ⓘ; lit. 'main island '), historically known as Akitsushima (秋津島, lit. 'dragonfly island'), [3][4][5] is the largest of the four main islands of Japan. [6][7] It lies between the Pacific Ocean (east) and the Sea of Japan (west).

Honshu, largest of the four main islands of Japan, lying between the Pacific Ocean (east) and the Sea of Japan (west). It forms a northeast–southwest arc extending about 800 miles (1,287 km) and varies greatly in width. The coastline extends 6,266 miles (10,084 km).

Honshu is the largest and most populous island in Japan, with a total area of approximately 225,800 square kilometers. Honshu is home to several of Japan’s largest cities, including Tokyo, Yokohama, Osaka, and Nagoya.

Honshu is Japan's largest island and contains most of the country's best-known cities and destinations. It's here you'll find Tokyo, Kyoto, Yokohama, Hakone, Nagoya, Hiroshima, Osaka, Nara, Kobe, Niigata, Himeji and Mt. Fuji.

Aug 18, 2017 · Honshu is the largest island in Japan at almost 228,000 square kilometres. Located to the north is Hokkaido, and Shikoku and Kyushu islands are located to the south and southwest respectively.

Honshu (本州 Honshū, lit. "main island/province") is the largest island of Japan, housing the great majority of its population and hosting most of the visitors as well.

Oct 18, 2019 · Honshu is located between the Sea of Japan and the Northern Pacific Ocean. Honshu is not only home to Tokyo, the world’s largest city, it is also the 7th largest island in the world. The island of Honshu is considered the historical and cultural heart of Japan.

Dec 22, 2023 · Welcome to Honshu, a Temperate island in the Japan Sea, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Honshu unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond.

Feb 6, 2025 · Imagine standing on an island that’s not only the largest in Japan but also the seventh-largest in the world. That’s Honshu for you! With a population of approximately 104 million people, this island is a bustling hub of culture, history, and economic activity. But what makes Honshu truly special?

Honshū is also Japan's main island. It is south of Hokkaidō across the Tsugaru Strait, north of Shikoku (四国) across the Seto Inland Sea, and northeast of Kyūshū across the Kanmon Strait. It is the seventh biggest island, and is the island with the second highest number of people in the world after Java. ↑ Frederic, Louis; Louis-Frédéric (2002).