Wadayama Population 2026
Wadayama has a population of 28,989, making it the #853 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Hyōgo. It is about 336× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,989
Rank in Japan
#853
Coordinates
35.32°N, 134.87°E
~180 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
439 km
273 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 Wadayama
FAQ
What is the population of Wadayama?
Wadayama has a population of 28,989 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #853 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Wadayama in?
Wadayama is located in Hyōgo, Japan.
Is Wadayama the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 439 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.