Miyako Population 2026
Miyako has a population of 51,150, making it the #540 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Iwate. It is about 190× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,150
Rank in Japan
#540
Coordinates
39.65°N, 141.94°E
~10 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
482 km
299 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Iwate
Cities near Miyako
FAQ
What is the population of Miyako?
Miyako has a population of 51,150 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #540 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Miyako in?
Miyako is located in Iwate, Japan.
Is Miyako the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 482 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.