Awaji Population 2026
Awaji has a population of 42,597, making it the #640 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Hyōgo. It is about 228× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,597
Rank in Japan
#640
Coordinates
34.48°N, 134.93°E
~203 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
454 km
282 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 |
| Amagasaki | 459,593 | #38 |
| Akashi | 303,601 | #77 |
| Kakogawachō-honmachi | 271,634 | #87 |
| Takarazuka | 226,432 | #110 |
| Itami | 198,138 | #122 |
Cities near Awaji
- Sumoto42,094 people · ~15 km away
- Akashi303,601 people · ~21 km away
- Minamiawaji45,489 people · ~27 km away
- Higashinozoe33,604 people · ~27 km away
- Inami30,268 people · ~30 km away
- Fukura18,721 people · ~31 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Awaji?
Awaji has a population of 42,597 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #640 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Awaji in?
Awaji is located in Hyōgo, Japan.
Is Awaji the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 454 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.