Saijō Population 2026
Saijō has a population of 104,791, making it the #259 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Ehime. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 93× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
104,791
Rank in Japan
#259
Coordinates
33.92°N, 133.18°E
~8 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
626 km
389 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 |
| Niihama | 123,059 | #219 |
| Shikokuchūō | 82,754 | #338 |
| Uwajima | 70,809 | #393 |
| Ōzu | 40,575 | #666 |
| Kawanoechō | 37,641 | #700 |
Cities near Saijō
FAQ
What is the population of Saijō?
Saijō has a population of 104,791 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #259 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Saijō in?
Saijō is located in Ehime, Japan.
Is Saijō the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 626 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.