Wakasugi Population 2026
Wakasugi has a population of 48,190, making it the #577 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Fukuoka. It is about 202× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
48,190
Rank in Japan
#577
Coordinates
33.61°N, 130.53°E
~98 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
869 km
540 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 Wakasugi
FAQ
What is the population of Wakasugi?
Wakasugi has a population of 48,190 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #577 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Wakasugi in?
Wakasugi is located in Fukuoka, Japan.
Is Wakasugi the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 869 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.