Kamakura Population 2026
Kamakura has a population of 172,929, making it the #143 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Kanagawa. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 56× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
172,929
Rank in Japan
#143
Coordinates
35.31°N, 139.55°E
~7 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
44 km
27 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kanagawa
Cities near Kamakura
FAQ
What is the population of Kamakura?
Kamakura has a population of 172,929 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #143 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Kamakura in?
Kamakura is located in Kanagawa, Japan.
Is Kamakura the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 44 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.