WORLD ATLAS / MVP 01
World Writing direction Map
Explore writing direction by country on an interactive world map. Select a country to view its category, breakdown and source notes.
01 / CATEGORY MAP
Explore writing direction around the world.
Explore writing direction by country on an interactive world map. Select a country to view its category, breakdown and source notes.
JapanLeft to right with vertical writing
Left → rightRight → leftHorizontal + verticalNo data
CONTROLSPinch or scroll to zoom and drag to move. More country labels appear as you zoom in.
02 / ABOUT THIS DATA
How to read the World Writing direction Map
Explore writing direction by country on an interactive world map. Select a country to view its category, breakdown and source notes.
- Coverage
- 236 countries and territories
- Data period
- Latest available source snapshot
Colors show each country's leading category. Select a country for its breakdown, interpretation notes and source links.
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