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Honshu

Largest island of Japan.

Honshu Island

Honshu is the largest and most populous island of Japan, known for its major cities such as Tokyo, Osaka, and Yokohama.

Pronunciation

/ˈhɒnʃuː/

Etymology

Honshu is derived from the Japanese words 'hon' meaning 'main' and 'shuu' meaning 'island'.

Explain Like I’m 5

Honshu is Japan's biggest island, like if you were to imagine a really big piece of land sticking out in the ocean!

Fun Facts

Mount Fuji, the highest peak in Japan, is located on Honshu
The island has a diverse geography including mountains, plains and coastlines
It is home to over 100 million people

FAQ

What is Honshu? It's Japan's largest island
Where is it located? It forms the main part of the Japanese archipelago
What's special about it? It contains Japan's capital, Tokyo

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