Niihama Population 2026
Niihama has a population of 123,059, making it the #219 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Ehime. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 79× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
123,059
Rank in Japan
#219
Coordinates
33.96°N, 133.31°E
~13 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
614 km
381 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ehime
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Matsuyama | 511,192 | #30 |
| Shinagawa | 422,488 | #44 |
| Imabari | 170,986 | #146 |
| Saijō | 104,791 | #259 |
| Shikokuchūō | 82,754 | #338 |
| Uwajima | 70,809 | #393 |
| Ōzu | 40,575 | #666 |
| Kawanoechō | 37,641 | #700 |
Cities near Niihama
- Saijō104,791 people · ~12 km away
- Shikokuchūō82,754 people · ~23 km away
- Kawanoechō37,641 people · ~26 km away
- Imabari170,986 people · ~31 km away
- Kan’onjichō57,438 people · ~36 km away
- Innoshima26,141 people · ~38 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Niihama?
Niihama has a population of 123,059 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #219 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Niihama in?
Niihama is located in Ehime, Japan.
Is Niihama the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 614 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.