Gushikawa Population 2026
Gushikawa has a population of 65,251, making it the #428 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Okinawa. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 149× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
65,251
Rank in Japan
#428
Coordinates
26.36°N, 127.87°E
~61 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
1,529 km
950 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Okinawa
Cities near Gushikawa
FAQ
What is the population of Gushikawa?
Gushikawa has a population of 65,251 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #428 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Gushikawa in?
Gushikawa is located in Okinawa, Japan.
Is Gushikawa the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 1,529 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.