Kushimoto Population 2026
Kushimoto has a population of 16,243, making it the #1170 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Wakayama. It is about 599× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,243
Rank in Japan
#1170
Coordinates
33.47°N, 135.78°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
435 km
270 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Wakayama
Cities near Kushimoto
FAQ
What is the population of Kushimoto?
Kushimoto has a population of 16,243 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1170 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Kushimoto in?
Kushimoto is located in Wakayama, Japan.
Is Kushimoto the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 435 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.