Nara-shi Population 2026
Nara-shi has a population of 367,353, making it the #60 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Nara. Roughly 0.3% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 26× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
367,353
Rank in Japan
#60
Coordinates
34.69°N, 135.80°E
~68 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
370 km
230 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nara
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Kashihara-shi | 124,521 | #215 |
| Kashiwara | 120,922 | #221 |
| Ikoma | 120,741 | #222 |
| Yamatokōriyama | 83,285 | #332 |
| Kashiba | 78,113 | #351 |
| Tenri | 71,052 | #390 |
| Yamato-Takada | 61,744 | #446 |
| Sakurai | 58,386 | #484 |
Cities near Nara-shi
FAQ
What is the population of Nara-shi?
Nara-shi has a population of 367,353 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #60 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Nara-shi in?
Nara-shi is located in Nara, Japan.
Is Nara-shi the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 370 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.