Gion Population 2026
Gion has a population of 68,713, making it the #408 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Hiroshima. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 142× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
68,713
Rank in Japan
#408
Coordinates
34.43°N, 132.47°E
~11 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
672 km
417 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 |
| Miyoshi | 53,616 | #516 |
Cities near Gion
FAQ
What is the population of Gion?
Gion has a population of 68,713 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #408 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Gion in?
Gion is located in Hiroshima, Japan.
Is Gion the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 672 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.