Kurayoshi Population 2026
Kurayoshi has a population of 48,558, making it the #569 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Tottori. It is about 200× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
48,558
Rank in Japan
#569
Coordinates
35.43°N, 133.82°E
~20 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
532 km
330 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tottori
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Tottori-shi | 188,465 | #134 |
| Yonago | 148,720 | #173 |
| Sakaiminato | 36,324 | #710 |
| Yabase | 16,365 | #1164 |
| Matsuzaki | 16,055 | #1174 |
| Kōge | 15,937 | #1178 |
| Mikuriya | 15,370 | #1199 |
Cities near Kurayoshi
FAQ
What is the population of Kurayoshi?
Kurayoshi has a population of 48,558 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #569 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Kurayoshi in?
Kurayoshi is located in Tottori, Japan.
Is Kurayoshi the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 532 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.