Kariya Population 2026
Kariya has a population of 52,015, making it the #531 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Hyōgo. It is about 187× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
52,015
Rank in Japan
#531
Coordinates
34.75°N, 134.39°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
493 km
306 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hyōgo
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Kobe | 1,525,152 | #8 |
| Himeji | 530,495 | #28 |
| Nishinomiya | 485,587 | #33 |
| Amagasaki | 459,593 | #38 |
| Akashi | 303,601 | #77 |
| Kakogawachō-honmachi | 271,634 | #87 |
| Takarazuka | 226,432 | #110 |
| Itami | 198,138 | #122 |
Cities near Kariya
FAQ
What is the population of Kariya?
Kariya has a population of 52,015 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #531 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Kariya in?
Kariya is located in Hyōgo, Japan.
Is Kariya the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 493 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.