Dazaifu Population 2026
Dazaifu has a population of 73,164, making it the #382 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Fukuoka. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 133× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
73,164
Rank in Japan
#382
Coordinates
33.51°N, 130.52°E
~42 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
873 km
542 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 Dazaifu
FAQ
What is the population of Dazaifu?
Dazaifu has a population of 73,164 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #382 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Dazaifu in?
Dazaifu is located in Fukuoka, Japan.
Is Dazaifu the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 873 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.