MapFan DB Display Map Database

Detailed map (1/2,500 scale) data

Background map vector data for all of Japan, expressed at large scales of 1/2,500 to 1/5,000.
All buildings, houses, roads, railroads, and other land features are precisely represented as polygons and lines.
Each polygon and line is assigned abundant attribute data.
As a detailed background map, it can be used for various purposes such as GIS and car navigation.

Data Details

Detailed large-scale national background map

Detailed large-scale national background map

  • This is background map vector data optimized for displaying the entire country of Japan in detail at a large scale.
Abundant data types and notes

Abundant data types and notes

  • It is represented in detail with over 100 types of polygons and polylines, and over 350 types of annotations designed for visibility.
Building polygons and options

Building polygons and options

  • Buildings across the country are polygonized, and they can be painted by type. Note icons are also provided as a set.

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Expected usage

  • It can be used as a background map in GIS. By overlaying it with various spatial data, it can be used for visualization and analysis.

  • This detailed map data has been used for car navigation systems for many years. It displays buildings, houses, various landmarks, and roads in detail to assist in guiding you to your destination.

  • It can be used as a background map for a variety of purposes, including urban planning, infrastructure management, logistics, disaster hazard maps, tourist maps, and pedestrian navigation.

FAQ

How often is the map data updated?

We update it 12 times a year.

Where is the maintenance area?

This service covers all of Japan, excluding the six villages in the Northern Territories.

What types of buildings are available?

A variety of building types are assigned, including government offices, hospitals, hotels, and schools.

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