Kudamatsu Population 2026
Kudamatsu has a population of 55,887, making it the #501 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Yamaguchi. It is about 174× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
55,887
Rank in Japan
#501
Coordinates
34.01°N, 131.87°E
~13 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
738 km
458 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Yamaguchi
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Shimonoseki | 265,684 | #91 |
| Yamaguchi | 193,966 | #126 |
| Ube | 173,733 | #142 |
| Shūnan | 149,632 | #171 |
| Iwakuni | 129,125 | #208 |
| Hōfu | 116,925 | #232 |
| Tokuyama | 101,133 | #269 |
| Sanyōonoda | 60,326 | #462 |
Cities near Kudamatsu
FAQ
What is the population of Kudamatsu?
Kudamatsu has a population of 55,887 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #501 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Kudamatsu in?
Kudamatsu is located in Yamaguchi, Japan.
Is Kudamatsu the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 738 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.