Uwajima Population 2026
Uwajima has a population of 70,809, making it the #393 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Ehime. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 137× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
70,809
Rank in Japan
#393
Coordinates
33.22°N, 132.56°E
~6 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
709 km
440 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ehime
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Matsuyama | 511,192 | #30 |
| Shinagawa | 422,488 | #44 |
| Imabari | 170,986 | #146 |
| Niihama | 123,059 | #219 |
| Saijō | 104,791 | #259 |
| Shikokuchūō | 82,754 | #338 |
| Ōzu | 40,575 | #666 |
| Kawanoechō | 37,641 | #700 |
Cities near Uwajima
- Uwa35,388 people · ~16 km away
- Yawatahama31,987 people · ~29 km away
- Mishōhirajō19,601 people · ~29 km away
- Ōzu40,575 people · ~31 km away
- Sukumo19,292 people · ~36 km away
- Uchiko15,322 people · ~37 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Uwajima?
Uwajima has a population of 70,809 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #393 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Uwajima in?
Uwajima is located in Ehime, Japan.
Is Uwajima the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 709 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.