Umi Population 2026
Umi has a population of 39,772, making it the #672 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Fukuoka. It is about 245× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,772
Rank in Japan
#672
Coordinates
33.57°N, 130.51°E
~41 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
872 km
542 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Fukuoka
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Fukuoka | 1,612,392 | #6 |
| Kitakyushu | 940,978 | #14 |
| Kurume | 303,579 | #78 |
| Ōmuta | 131,974 | #202 |
| Iizuka | 126,364 | #211 |
| Kasuga | 111,023 | #247 |
| Chikushino-shi | 103,311 | #262 |
| Ōnojō | 102,085 | #266 |
Cities near Umi
FAQ
What is the population of Umi?
Umi has a population of 39,772 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #672 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Umi in?
Umi is located in Fukuoka, Japan.
Is Umi the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 872 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.