Shōbara Population 2026
Shōbara has a population of 33,633, making it the #760 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Hiroshima. It is about 289× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
33,633
Rank in Japan
#760
Coordinates
34.85°N, 133.02°E
~253 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
613 km
381 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hiroshima
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Hiroshima | 1,200,754 | #11 |
| Fukuyama | 468,812 | #36 |
| Kure | 214,592 | #114 |
| Higashihiroshima | 196,608 | #123 |
| Onomichi | 131,170 | #205 |
| Hatsukaichi | 114,173 | #238 |
| Mihara | 90,573 | #306 |
| Gion | 68,713 | #408 |
Cities near Shōbara
FAQ
What is the population of Shōbara?
Shōbara has a population of 33,633 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #760 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Shōbara in?
Shōbara is located in Hiroshima, Japan.
Is Shōbara the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 613 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.