Kumano Population 2026
Kumano has a population of 22,834, making it the #992 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Hiroshima. It is about 426× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,834
Rank in Japan
#992
Coordinates
34.33°N, 132.57°E
~261 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
666 km
414 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hiroshima
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Hiroshima | 1,200,754 | #11 |
| Fukuyama | 468,812 | #36 |
| Kure | 214,592 | #114 |
| Higashihiroshima | 196,608 | #123 |
| Onomichi | 131,170 | #205 |
| Hatsukaichi | 114,173 | #238 |
| Mihara | 90,573 | #306 |
| Gion | 68,713 | #408 |
Cities near Kumano
FAQ
What is the population of Kumano?
Kumano has a population of 22,834 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #992 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Kumano in?
Kumano is located in Hiroshima, Japan.
Is Kumano the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 666 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.