Akiruno Population 2026
Akiruno has a population of 81,912, making it the #340 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Tokyo. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 119× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
81,912
Rank in Japan
#340
Coordinates
35.73°N, 139.23°E
~163 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
42 km
26 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tokyo
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 9,733,276 | #1 |
| Ōta | 748,081 | #18 |
| Hachiōji | 579,355 | #26 |
| Katsushika | 453,093 | #39 |
| Machida | 431,079 | #42 |
| Kita | 332,140 | #70 |
| Fuchū | 262,790 | #92 |
| Minato City | 260,486 | #94 |
Cities near Akiruno
FAQ
What is the population of Akiruno?
Akiruno has a population of 81,912 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #340 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Akiruno in?
Akiruno is located in Tokyo, Japan.
Is Akiruno the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 42 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.