Takayama Population 2026
Takayama has a population of 88,473, making it the #309 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Gifu. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 110× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
88,473
Rank in Japan
#309
Coordinates
36.13°N, 137.25°E
~583 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
225 km
140 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gifu
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Gifu | 402,557 | #50 |
| Ōgaki | 161,539 | #157 |
| Kakamigahara | 144,521 | #178 |
| Tajimi | 107,818 | #256 |
| Kani | 102,143 | #265 |
| Sekimachi | 85,283 | #323 |
| Nakatsugawa | 78,930 | #346 |
| Hashima | 67,909 | #412 |
Cities near Takayama
FAQ
What is the population of Takayama?
Takayama has a population of 88,473 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #309 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Takayama in?
Takayama is located in Gifu, Japan.
Is Takayama the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 225 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.