Sasayama Population 2026
Sasayama has a population of 40,050, making it the #669 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Hyōgo. It is about 243× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,050
Rank in Japan
#669
Coordinates
35.07°N, 135.22°E
~202 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
412 km
256 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 Sasayama
FAQ
What is the population of Sasayama?
Sasayama has a population of 40,050 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #669 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Sasayama in?
Sasayama is located in Hyōgo, Japan.
Is Sasayama the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 412 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.