Sumoto Population 2026
Sumoto has a population of 42,094, making it the #646 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Hyōgo. It is about 231× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,094
Rank in Japan
#646
Coordinates
34.34°N, 134.89°E
~-1 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
462 km
287 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 Sumoto
- Minamiawaji45,489 people · ~13 km away
- Awaji42,597 people · ~15 km away
- Fukura18,721 people · ~19 km away
- Minato375,339 people · ~28 km away
- Wakayama356,729 people · ~28 km away
- Narutochō-mitsuishi64,082 people · ~30 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sumoto?
Sumoto has a population of 42,094 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #646 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Sumoto in?
Sumoto is located in Hyōgo, Japan.
Is Sumoto the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 462 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.