Kani Population 2026
Kani has a population of 102,143, making it the #265 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Gifu. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 95× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
102,143
Rank in Japan
#265
Coordinates
35.40°N, 137.06°E
~123 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
241 km
150 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 |
| Takayama | 88,473 | #309 |
| Sekimachi | 85,283 | #323 |
| Nakatsugawa | 78,930 | #346 |
| Hashima | 67,909 | #412 |
Cities near Kani
FAQ
What is the population of Kani?
Kani has a population of 102,143 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #265 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Kani in?
Kani is located in Gifu, Japan.
Is Kani the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 241 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.