Shimotoda Population 2026
Shimotoda has a population of 140,899, making it the #185 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Saitama. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 69× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
140,899
Rank in Japan
#185
Coordinates
35.81°N, 139.69°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
14 km
9 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Saitama
Cities near Shimotoda
FAQ
What is the population of Shimotoda?
Shimotoda has a population of 140,899 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #185 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Shimotoda in?
Shimotoda is located in Saitama, Japan.
Is Shimotoda the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 14 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.