Spot the missing prefectures of Japan
A random selection from Japan’s 47 prefectures is faded into the background. The prefectural boundaries remain visible, and each correct typed name returns the missing area to the archipelago.
Follow Japan from north to south
The long shape of Japan creates a natural sequence: Hokkaido, Tohoku, Kanto, Chubu, Kansai, Chugoku, Shikoku, Kyushu, and Okinawa. Decide the region first before separating neighboring prefectures.
Dense areas deserve a closer look
- Zoom around Kanto and Kansai, where compact prefectures cluster together.
- Use coastlines and major bays to distinguish Pacific and Sea of Japan sides.
- Practice Chubu in smaller groups because several regional definitions overlap there.
From local familiarity to a national map
It is easy to know a few prefectures around home or famous cities while missing the national order. Changing gaps encourage a complete scan and connect local knowledge into one continuous map.
