Konjaku Map on the Web: Compare old Japanese topographic maps with today, side by side. NYPL Map Warper: Historical maps of New York and beyond, aligned to the modern map by volunteers.
| Konjaku Map on the Web | NYPL Map Warper | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Historical & Old Maps | Historical & Old Maps |
| Coverage | Japan | New York and beyond |
| Updates | Static archive | Static archive |
| Data source | Historical GSI topographic maps | NYPL Map Division |
| Made by | Kenji Tani (Saitama University) | New York Public Library |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Account | No account needed | No account needed |
| On phones | Works well on phones | Best on a computer |
| Map view | Flat map | Flat map |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with Konjaku Map on the Web
- Old and new maps side by side
- Many periods for each region
- Covers major Japanese cities and regions
What you can do with NYPL Map Warper
- Thousands of georeferenced historical maps
- Overlay on modern maps
- Help rectify maps yourself
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.