Katsuragi Population 2026
Katsuragi has a population of 37,352, making it the #702 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Nara. It is about 261× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,352
Rank in Japan
#702
Coordinates
34.49°N, 135.70°E
~270 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
387 km
240 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nara
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Nara-shi | 367,353 | #60 |
| Kashihara-shi | 124,521 | #215 |
| Kashiwara | 120,922 | #221 |
| Ikoma | 120,741 | #222 |
| Yamatokōriyama | 83,285 | #332 |
| Kashiba | 78,113 | #351 |
| Tenri | 71,052 | #390 |
| Yamato-Takada | 61,744 | #446 |
Cities near Katsuragi
FAQ
What is the population of Katsuragi?
Katsuragi has a population of 37,352 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #702 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Katsuragi in?
Katsuragi is located in Nara, Japan.
Is Katsuragi the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 387 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.