1 The lines running east-west represent degrees of latitude which is measured from the equator in an north and south direction. 2  These lines are known also as parallels. 3  The geographic grid used on the globe is based on the division of a circle in 360 degrees.
Time in Hours. Hours of the day are signified with the suffix ï½æ (ji), meaning âhourâ. This is equivalent to â_ oâclockâ in English. Time in hours is frequently written using both the Kanji and the Arabic numerals. Youâll also see them in digital clock form as well â 1:00, 2:00, etc. The suffix -ji can be considered a counter, and as with any counter, it is always used with a particular pronunciation of the numbers that have several.
The flight time between Tokyo and Osaka is around 1 hrs 30 mins. Osaka is serviced by Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Itami Airport (ITM). The latter is also known as Osaka International Airpot. Peach and Jetstar operate services between Tokyoâs Narita Airport (NRT) and Kansai International Airport (KIX).