Japan has 4 major islands and over 4,000 smaller islands with a primarily mountainous terrain. The population is 127,417,200 and the capital city is Tokyo. The currency used is Yen and the language spoken is Japanese. The religions practiced are Buddhist and Shinto, with 85% of the population following them. Japanese education is known for its strong foundation in Math and Science, a society committed to academic excellence, respect among students, and a teacher culture focused on designing and implementing effective lessons.