Japan
Chiba is a city located in Japan, within the Chiba province. With a population of 979,768, it is a significant urban area in the region.
JGSDF Narashino Airfield
13.5 km away
Urayasu Emergency Runway
17 km away
JMSDF Shimofusa Air Base
24.1 km away
Chiba is situated at coordinates 35.6°N latitude and 140.11667°E longitude, in the Northern and Eastern hemispheres. The city has an elevation of 5 meters and operates in the Asia/Tokyo timezone. It is located near several major cities, including Tokyo, Yokohama, and Kawasaki.
Chiba ranks 13th in population among 2,144 cities in Japan. This ranking highlights its substantial size relative to the country's total urban population of 146,668,727.
Within the Chiba province, Chiba ranks first among 73 cities. Other notable cities in the province include Honchō, Matsudo, Ichikawa, Kashiwa, and Ichihara. The city is supported by various amenities, including 124 hospitals, 286 schools, and 22 universities.
There are 20 cities and towns within 25 km of Chiba.
Chiba is home to 2 universities and higher education institutions.
| University | QS |
|---|---|
| Chiba Keizai University | — |
| Shukutoku University | — |
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The population of Chiba is 979,768.
Chiba is located in the Chiba province.
The coordinates of Chiba are 35.6°N latitude and 140.11667°E longitude.
The elevation of Chiba is 5 meters.
The nearest airport to Chiba is JGSDF Narashino Airfield, located 13.5 km away.
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