Kagoshima Population 2026
Kagoshima has a population of 595,049, making it the #25 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Kagoshima. Roughly 0.5% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
595,049
Rank in Japan
#25
Coordinates
31.57°N, 130.55°E
~6 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
962 km
597 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kagoshima
Cities near Kagoshima
FAQ
What is the population of Kagoshima?
Kagoshima has a population of 595,049 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #25 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Kagoshima in?
Kagoshima is located in Kagoshima, Japan.
Is Kagoshima the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 962 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.