Nishitawara Population 2026
Nishitawara has a population of 19,377, making it the #1075 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Hyōgo. It is about 502× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,377
Rank in Japan
#1075
Coordinates
34.96°N, 134.77°E
~80 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
454 km
282 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hyōgo
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Kobe | 1,525,152 | #8 |
| Himeji | 530,495 | #28 |
| Nishinomiya | 485,587 | #33 |
| Amagasaki | 459,593 | #38 |
| Akashi | 303,601 | #77 |
| Kakogawachō-honmachi | 271,634 | #87 |
| Takarazuka | 226,432 | #110 |
| Itami | 198,138 | #122 |
Cities near Nishitawara
FAQ
What is the population of Nishitawara?
Nishitawara has a population of 19,377 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1075 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Nishitawara in?
Nishitawara is located in Hyōgo, Japan.
Is Nishitawara the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 454 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.