Paddy field grid
Rectangular rice fields divided by narrow irrigation channels cover much of the surrounding plain, giving the map a fine, regular texture.
Minimalist map poster · Japan
Sonobe Map Poster & Print
33.4238° N / 130.4992° E
A small community on the Saga plain in Kyushu, where rice fields surround low hills and scattered houses.
- What you see is exactly what you get
- Up to 7,200 × 10,800 px · 300 DPI
- PNG + print-ready PDF
- No watermark
One city, five moods
Sonobe in every style
Tap a style to see it on the wall. Every style costs the same — printed, framed or as HD files.
Actual pixels · 24 × 36″ print filePrint-sharp
Every street in Sonobe, razor sharp
This is a 100% crop of the real print file. Every poster — printed, framed or downloaded — is rendered on our servers at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 pixels, so even the smallest lanes stay crisp on a 24 × 36″ print.
On the wall
Sonobe at home
The map
About this Sonobe map poster
Sonobe lies in the eastern part of Saga Prefecture in northern Kyushu, close to the prefectural border with Fukuoka. The surrounding landscape is the broad, flat Saga plain, one of Kyushu's main rice-growing areas, with low hills rising to the north.
From above, the settlement is modest: clusters of houses along roads and small lanes, set amid a grid of rice paddies divided by irrigation ditches. The regular field pattern of this region, shaped by centuries of wet-rice farming, gives the map a strong geometric texture that contrasts with the softer lines of the hills and streams.
A Sonobe map poster shows a side of Japan far from the big cities: rural lanes, paddy fields and small neighbourhoods. The pattern works especially well in monochrome, where the field lines, roads and waterways become a calm abstract composition. It suits anyone with family roots here or a personal connection to this part of Kyushu.
- Population
- 17,000
- Coordinates
- 33.4238° N / 130.4992° E
- Elevation
- 82 m
- Time zone
- Tokyo
- Region
- Sonobe, Japan
Clustered houses
Homes gather along roads and lanes in small groups, typical of rural Saga, rather than forming a single dense town centre.
Hills to the north
Low wooded hills rise on the northern side, where the straight lines of the plain give way to curving roads and forest.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Sonobe
Add a date, a name or a line of your own, switch style, size or orientation.
The free preview is low-resolution with a watermark. Prints and HD files are rendered at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 px, without a watermark.
Why Sonobe
A map that means something
For those who grew up in rural Saga or still have family there, a map of Sonobe captures the shape of home in a calm, minimal way. It suits a Tokyo or Fukuoka apartment and makes a considered gift for parents or grandparents.
Edit the title, subtitle and coordinates line, and choose from five styles: Classic black & white, Noir, Paper, Blueprint or Sand. The HD digital files cost $9, and printed posters are available on matte paper with an optional wooden frame.
Order the Sonobe posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm11.8 × 15.7″ | 3,543 × 4,724 px | PNG · PDF |
| 29.7 × 42 cm (A3)11.7 × 16.5″ | 3,508 × 4,961 px | PNG · PDF |
| 42 × 59.4 cm (A2)16.5 × 23.4″ | 4,961 × 7,016 px | PNG · PDF |
| 45.7 × 61 cm18 × 24″ | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm19.7 × 27.6″ | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm24 × 36″ | 7,200 × 10,800 px | PNG · PDF |
For comparison, the free preview is 900 px wide, watermarked and meant for screens. The HD files have up to 8× the resolution in each direction and print cleanly at full poster size.
Sonobe map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Sonobe poster?
Pick a style at the top of the page, then choose Printed Poster — a size and, if you like, a frame — or Digital HD Files. Checkout takes one step, and your order page updates as soon as the payment goes through.
What is the printed Sonobe poster like?
It is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper in one of six sizes, from 30 × 40 cm to 24 × 36″. Printed posters start at $39, shipping included.
Can I order the Sonobe poster framed?
Yes. Choose a solid wood frame in black, white, natural oak or dark wood. It comes with shatterproof glazing and is ready to hang. Framed posters start at $99, shipping included.
How long does delivery take, and what does it cost?
Shipping is free to 60+ countries. Each poster is printed by the nearest of our print partners in 30+ countries and usually arrives in 3–7 business days. You can follow the status and tracking under My Orders. A few countries take 2–5 weeks, and where we don't ship yet, the site tells you before you pay.
What if my poster arrives damaged?
Send us a photo within 14 days of delivery and we will reprint it for free or refund you.
Can I add our names or a date to the Sonobe poster?
Yes. In the editor on this page, change the title, the subtitle and the coordinates line to anything you like, and pick a style and size. Printed, framed and digital orders all use exactly your design.
What do I get with the digital HD files?
For $9 you get 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files in all six sizes, without a watermark, to print anywhere. Not sure yet? Download a free watermarked preview first.
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