Fuchū Population 2026
Fuchū has a population of 51,155, making it the #539 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Hiroshima. It is about 190× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,155
Rank in Japan
#539
Coordinates
34.39°N, 132.51°E
~68 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
669 km
415 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hiroshima
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Hiroshima | 1,200,754 | #11 |
| Fukuyama | 468,812 | #36 |
| Kure | 214,592 | #114 |
| Higashihiroshima | 196,608 | #123 |
| Onomichi | 131,170 | #205 |
| Hatsukaichi | 114,173 | #238 |
| Mihara | 90,573 | #306 |
| Gion | 68,713 | #408 |
Cities near Fuchū
FAQ
What is the population of Fuchū?
Fuchū has a population of 51,155 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #539 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Fuchū in?
Fuchū is located in Hiroshima, Japan.
Is Fuchū the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 669 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.