Asakura Population 2026
Asakura has a population of 50,273, making it the #548 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Fukuoka. It is about 194× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,273
Rank in Japan
#548
Coordinates
33.41°N, 130.72°E
~51 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
859 km
533 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Fukuoka
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Fukuoka | 1,612,392 | #6 |
| Kitakyushu | 940,978 | #14 |
| Kurume | 303,579 | #78 |
| Ōmuta | 131,974 | #202 |
| Iizuka | 126,364 | #211 |
| Kasuga | 111,023 | #247 |
| Chikushino-shi | 103,311 | #262 |
| Ōnojō | 102,085 | #266 |
Cities near Asakura
FAQ
What is the population of Asakura?
Asakura has a population of 50,273 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #548 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Asakura in?
Asakura is located in Fukuoka, Japan.
Is Asakura the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 859 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.