Gujō Population 2026
Gujō has a population of 41,858, making it the #648 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Gifu. It is about 233× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
41,858
Rank in Japan
#648
Coordinates
35.74°N, 136.96°E
~314 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
247 km
153 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gifu
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Gifu | 402,557 | #50 |
| Ōgaki | 161,539 | #157 |
| Kakamigahara | 144,521 | #178 |
| Tajimi | 107,818 | #256 |
| Kani | 102,143 | #265 |
| Takayama | 88,473 | #309 |
| Sekimachi | 85,283 | #323 |
| Nakatsugawa | 78,930 | #346 |
Cities near Gujō
FAQ
What is the population of Gujō?
Gujō has a population of 41,858 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #648 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Gujō in?
Gujō is located in Gifu, Japan.
Is Gujō the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 247 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.