Fuchū Population 2026
Fuchū has a population of 262,790, making it the #92 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Tokyo. Roughly 0.2% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 37× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
262,790
Rank in Japan
#92
Coordinates
35.67°N, 139.48°E
~59 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
19 km
12 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tokyo
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 9,733,276 | #1 |
| Ōta | 748,081 | #18 |
| Hachiōji | 579,355 | #26 |
| Katsushika | 453,093 | #39 |
| Machida | 431,079 | #42 |
| Kita | 332,140 | #70 |
| Minato City | 260,486 | #94 |
| Chōfu | 242,614 | #101 |
Cities near Fuchū
FAQ
What is the population of Fuchū?
Fuchū has a population of 262,790 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #92 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Fuchū in?
Fuchū is located in Tokyo, Japan.
Is Fuchū the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 19 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.