Katori-shi Population 2026
Katori-shi has a population of 74,469, making it the #374 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Chiba. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 131× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
74,469
Rank in Japan
#374
Coordinates
35.90°N, 140.50°E
~6 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
76 km
47 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chiba
Cities near Katori-shi
FAQ
What is the population of Katori-shi?
Katori-shi has a population of 74,469 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #374 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Katori-shi in?
Katori-shi is located in Chiba, Japan.
Is Katori-shi the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 76 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.