Chikugo Population 2026
Chikugo has a population of 48,827, making it the #562 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Fukuoka. It is about 199× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
48,827
Rank in Japan
#562
Coordinates
33.21°N, 130.49°E
~11 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
887 km
551 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 Chikugo
FAQ
What is the population of Chikugo?
Chikugo has a population of 48,827 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #562 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Chikugo in?
Chikugo is located in Fukuoka, Japan.
Is Chikugo the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 887 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.