Hashima Population 2026
Hashima has a population of 67,909, making it the #412 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Gifu. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 143× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
67,909
Rank in Japan
#412
Coordinates
35.33°N, 136.68°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
275 km
171 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gifu
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Gifu | 402,557 | #50 |
| Ōgaki | 161,539 | #157 |
| Kakamigahara | 144,521 | #178 |
| Tajimi | 107,818 | #256 |
| Kani | 102,143 | #265 |
| Takayama | 88,473 | #309 |
| Sekimachi | 85,283 | #323 |
| Nakatsugawa | 78,930 | #346 |
Cities near Hashima
FAQ
What is the population of Hashima?
Hashima has a population of 67,909 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #412 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Hashima in?
Hashima is located in Gifu, Japan.
Is Hashima the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 275 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.