Munakata Population 2026
Munakata has a population of 97,095, making it the #281 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Fukuoka. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 100× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
97,095
Rank in Japan
#281
Coordinates
33.80°N, 130.56°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
860 km
534 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Fukuoka
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Fukuoka | 1,612,392 | #6 |
| Kitakyushu | 940,978 | #14 |
| Kurume | 303,579 | #78 |
| Ōmuta | 131,974 | #202 |
| Iizuka | 126,364 | #211 |
| Kasuga | 111,023 | #247 |
| Chikushino-shi | 103,311 | #262 |
| Ōnojō | 102,085 | #266 |
Cities near Munakata
FAQ
What is the population of Munakata?
Munakata has a population of 97,095 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #281 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Munakata in?
Munakata is located in Fukuoka, Japan.
Is Munakata the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 860 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.