Kawanishi Population 2026
Kawanishi has a population of 155,165, making it the #165 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Hyōgo. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 63× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
155,165
Rank in Japan
#165
Coordinates
34.82°N, 135.42°E
~21 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
400 km
248 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 Kawanishi
FAQ
What is the population of Kawanishi?
Kawanishi has a population of 155,165 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #165 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Kawanishi in?
Kawanishi is located in Hyōgo, Japan.
Is Kawanishi the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 400 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.