Sakura Population 2026
Sakura has a population of 173,740, making it the #141 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Chiba. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 56× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
173,740
Rank in Japan
#141
Coordinates
35.72°N, 140.23°E
~15 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
49 km
30 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chiba
Cities near Sakura
FAQ
What is the population of Sakura?
Sakura has a population of 173,740 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #141 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Sakura in?
Sakura is located in Chiba, Japan.
Is Sakura the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 49 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.