What is GSI Maps (Chiriin Chizu)?
GSI Maps from the Geospatial Information Authority of Japan offers official topographic maps, aerial photos from the 1940s onwards, relief shading, land classification and disaster layers. It also has a 3D view.
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GSI Maps (Chiriin Chizu)
Japan's official national map with terrain, aerial photos and hazard layers
- Coverage
- Japan
- Updates
- Updated
- Price
- Free
- Sign-up
- Not needed
- View
- Flat + 3D
What you can do
- Official topographic maps of Japan
- Historical and current aerial photos
- Relief and land condition maps
- 3D terrain
The details
- Coverage
- Japan
- Updates
- Periodically
- Data source
- Geospatial Information Authority of Japan
- Made by
- Geospatial Information Authority of Japan (government agency)
- Price
- Free
- Account
- No account needed
- On phones
- Works well on phones
- Map view
- Flat + 3D
Tips for using GSI Maps (Chiriin Chizu)
- Switch to historical aerial photos to see post-war Japan.
Who it is for
GSI Maps (Chiriin Chizu) is especially useful for urban planners and researchers & analysts.
Questions about GSI Maps (Chiriin Chizu)
Is GSI Maps (Chiriin Chizu) free?
Yes. GSI Maps (Chiriin Chizu) is free to use.
Do I need an account to use GSI Maps (Chiriin Chizu)?
No. You can open the map and use it without signing up.
How often is GSI Maps (Chiriin Chizu) updated?
It is updated from time to time when new data or versions are released.
Where does GSI Maps (Chiriin Chizu) get its data?
Geospatial Information Authority of Japan.
Can I use GSI Maps (Chiriin Chizu) on my phone?
Yes. The website works well in a phone browser.
What are some alternatives to GSI Maps (Chiriin Chizu)?
Similar maps include Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Apple Maps and map.geo.admin.ch. See the full list of GSI Maps (Chiriin Chizu) alternatives on ColorfulMaps.
Summary based on public information about GSI Maps (Chiriin Chizu). Features and prices change; the map's own website has the latest details.
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