Shirahama Population 2026
Shirahama has a population of 23,325, making it the #982 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Wakayama. It is about 417× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,325
Rank in Japan
#982
Coordinates
33.68°N, 135.35°E
~13 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
455 km
283 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Wakayama
Cities near Shirahama
FAQ
What is the population of Shirahama?
Shirahama has a population of 23,325 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #982 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Shirahama in?
Shirahama is located in Wakayama, Japan.
Is Shirahama the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 455 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.