GSI Maps (Chiriin Chizu): Japan's official national map with terrain, aerial photos and hazard layers. The National Map Viewer: Official US topographic data: elevation, hydrography, boundaries and imagery.
| GSI Maps (Chiriin Chizu) | The National Map Viewer | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Map Platforms & National Atlases | Map Platforms & National Atlases |
| Coverage | Japan | United States |
| Updates | Periodically | Periodically |
| Data source | Geospatial Information Authority of Japan | US Geological Survey |
| Made by | Geospatial Information Authority of Japan | US Geological Survey |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Account | No account needed | No account needed |
| On phones | Works well on phones | Best on a computer |
| Map view | Flat + 3D | Flat map |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with GSI Maps (Chiriin Chizu)
- Official topographic maps of Japan
- Historical and current aerial photos
- Relief and land condition maps
- 3D terrain
What you can do with The National Map Viewer
- US topographic base layers
- Elevation and hydrography
- Free data downloads
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.