Minami-Alps Population 2026
Minami-Alps has a population of 71,618, making it the #388 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Yamanashi. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 136× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
71,618
Rank in Japan
#388
Coordinates
35.62°N, 138.46°E
~298 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
111 km
69 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Yamanashi
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Kofu | 189,591 | #129 |
| Kai | 75,313 | #369 |
| Fuefuki | 69,463 | #400 |
| Minamiarupusu | 69,459 | #401 |
| Fujiyoshida | 48,782 | #563 |
| Hokuto | 46,888 | #594 |
| Ryūō | 43,180 | #631 |
| Yamanashi | 33,435 | #765 |
Cities near Minami-Alps
FAQ
What is the population of Minami-Alps?
Minami-Alps has a population of 71,618 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #388 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Minami-Alps in?
Minami-Alps is located in Yamanashi, Japan.
Is Minami-Alps the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 111 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.