Taku Population 2026
Taku has a population of 18,295, making it the #1111 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Saga. It is about 532× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,295
Rank in Japan
#1111
Coordinates
33.28°N, 130.11°E
~23 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
918 km
570 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Saga
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Saga | 233,301 | #107 |
| Karatsu | 117,663 | #230 |
| Tosu | 74,196 | #377 |
| Imarichō-kō | 57,940 | #486 |
| Takeo | 47,914 | #582 |
| Ogi | 43,952 | #620 |
| Kanzakimachi-kanzaki | 31,022 | #815 |
| Kashima | 30,159 | #836 |
Cities near Taku
FAQ
What is the population of Taku?
Taku has a population of 18,295 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1111 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Taku in?
Taku is located in Saga, Japan.
Is Taku the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 918 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.