Question

What effect has geography had on the island of Japan?

The seas have isolated Japan and protected it from invasion.
Japan has been invaded by many countries during its history.
Famine was common due to the limited area that is available to farm.
Water is scarce on the islands of Japan making it hard to grow crops.

Answer 1

Japan is an island nation of over 6,800 islands, but only four main ones: Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu. It has a diverse geography, from snowy mountains and volcanoes to subtropical beaches and coral reefs. Mt. Fuji is the highest peak and a cultural icon. Japan lies on the Pacific Ring of Fire, a zone of frequent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. It has over 100 active volcanoes and experiences about 1,500 quakes a year. Japan has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. It also has various microclimates, such as the snowy Hokkaido and the tropical Okinawa. Japan is one of the most densely populated and urbanized countries in the world. About 90% of its people live in cities, mostly along the coast.

Answer 2

A. The seas have isolated Japan and protected it from invasion.