Japan is located northeast of the Philippine islands across the Philippine Sea. The distance between the two countries varies, with the closest point being between the southern tip of Japan’s Kyushu Island and the northernmost part of the Philippines, which is the Batanes Islands. In geographical terms, Japan lies about 2,000 kilometers (around 1,200 miles) away from the Philippines, making it a considerable distance yet still within the general vicinity. The two nations are both part of the Asia-Pacific region, and they share a maritime border, highlighting their proximity despite their separation by the ocean.
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