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Key Information

Seto Inland Sea

Type Marginal Sea
Length 280 miles
Width 10 to 34 miles
Area 9,000 square miles
Depth Average 125 ft

Learning Point

  • The Seto Inland Sea is a semi-enclosed sea located between the islands of Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu in Japan. It is known for its beautiful scenery, numerous islands, and rich history. The sea is dotted with small islands, many of which are inhabited and have unique cultural traditions. It is a popular tourist destination, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, and island hopping. The Seto Inland Sea has played a significant role in Japanese history, serving as a vital transportation route and a source of inspiration for art and literature.

Project

  • Draw the cities or islands of the Seto Inland Sea.
  • Overview
  • Map
Seto Inland Sea
By Bernard Gagnon – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, Link
Map of Seto Inland Sea
By User:Guenny (Christian Günther) made this map of the Japanese Inland Sea (Setonaikai,瀬戸内海) for the German Wikipedia. de:Seto-Inlandsee. It’s showing the Japanese islands surrounding the sea with the major straits and channels. Guenny is willing to do translations to other languages if needed, as well as corrections and enhancements. – Based on a Public-Domain-Satellite photo of NASA, CC BY-SA 3.0, Link

Location

Located in Pacific Ocean, near Japan

Fun Facts

  • The Seto Inland Sea has thousands of islands, big and small.
  • There are many beautiful bridges that connect the islands.
  • There are also lots of historical places and monuments around the sea.
  • Many people visit the Seto Inland Sea every year to enjoy its beauty.

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136 November 11, 2024 (North America)
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