Nishinomiya Population 2026
Nishinomiya has a population of 485,587, making it the #33 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Hyōgo. Roughly 0.4% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 20× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
485,587
Rank in Japan
#33
Coordinates
34.72°N, 135.33°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
411 km
255 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hyōgo
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Kobe | 1,525,152 | #8 |
| Himeji | 530,495 | #28 |
| Amagasaki | 459,593 | #38 |
| Akashi | 303,601 | #77 |
| Kakogawachō-honmachi | 271,634 | #87 |
| Takarazuka | 226,432 | #110 |
| Itami | 198,138 | #122 |
| Kawanishi | 155,165 | #165 |
Cities near Nishinomiya
FAQ
What is the population of Nishinomiya?
Nishinomiya has a population of 485,587 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #33 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Nishinomiya in?
Nishinomiya is located in Hyōgo, Japan.
Is Nishinomiya the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 411 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.