Shiki Population 2026
Shiki has a population of 76,445, making it the #360 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Saitama. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 127× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
76,445
Rank in Japan
#360
Coordinates
35.83°N, 139.58°E
~10 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
19 km
12 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Saitama
Cities near Shiki
FAQ
What is the population of Shiki?
Shiki has a population of 76,445 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #360 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Shiki in?
Shiki is located in Saitama, Japan.
Is Shiki the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 19 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.