Kamo Population 2026
Kamo has a population of 25,971, making it the #916 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Niigata. It is about 375× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,971
Rank in Japan
#916
Coordinates
37.66°N, 139.04°E
~3 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
227 km
141 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Niigata
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Niigata | 797,591 | #16 |
| Nagaoka | 266,936 | #90 |
| Jōetsu | 189,430 | #131 |
| Shibata | 96,236 | #282 |
| Sanjō | 94,642 | #290 |
| Kashiwazaki | 86,183 | #318 |
| Tsubame | 77,382 | #355 |
| Niitsu-honchō | 65,910 | #424 |
Cities near Kamo
FAQ
What is the population of Kamo?
Kamo has a population of 25,971 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #916 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Kamo in?
Kamo is located in Niigata, Japan.
Is Kamo the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 227 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.