Amagasaki Population 2026
Amagasaki has a population of 459,593, making it the #38 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Hyōgo. Roughly 0.4% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
459,593
Rank in Japan
#38
Coordinates
34.72°N, 135.42°E
~1 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
403 km
250 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hyōgo
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Kobe | 1,525,152 | #8 |
| Himeji | 530,495 | #28 |
| Nishinomiya | 485,587 | #33 |
| Akashi | 303,601 | #77 |
| Kakogawachō-honmachi | 271,634 | #87 |
| Takarazuka | 226,432 | #110 |
| Itami | 198,138 | #122 |
| Kawanishi | 155,165 | #165 |
Cities near Amagasaki
FAQ
What is the population of Amagasaki?
Amagasaki has a population of 459,593 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #38 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Amagasaki in?
Amagasaki is located in Hyōgo, Japan.
Is Amagasaki the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 403 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.