Matsuyama Population 2026
Matsuyama has a population of 511,192, making it the #30 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Ehime. Roughly 0.4% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
511,192
Rank in Japan
#30
Coordinates
33.84°N, 132.77°E
~28 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
665 km
413 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ehime
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Shinagawa | 422,488 | #44 |
| Imabari | 170,986 | #146 |
| Niihama | 123,059 | #219 |
| Saijō | 104,791 | #259 |
| Shikokuchūō | 82,754 | #338 |
| Uwajima | 70,809 | #393 |
| Ōzu | 40,575 | #666 |
| Kawanoechō | 37,641 | #700 |
Cities near Matsuyama
FAQ
What is the population of Matsuyama?
Matsuyama has a population of 511,192 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #30 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Matsuyama in?
Matsuyama is located in Ehime, Japan.
Is Matsuyama the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 665 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.