Miyako Population 2026
Miyako has a population of 18,825, making it the #1091 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Fukuoka. It is about 517× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,825
Rank in Japan
#1091
Coordinates
33.70°N, 130.92°E
~25 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
832 km
517 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Fukuoka
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Fukuoka | 1,612,392 | #6 |
| Kitakyushu | 940,978 | #14 |
| Kurume | 303,579 | #78 |
| Ōmuta | 131,974 | #202 |
| Iizuka | 126,364 | #211 |
| Kasuga | 111,023 | #247 |
| Chikushino-shi | 103,311 | #262 |
| Ōnojō | 102,085 | #266 |
Cities near Miyako
FAQ
What is the population of Miyako?
Miyako has a population of 18,825 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1091 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Miyako in?
Miyako is located in Fukuoka, Japan.
Is Miyako the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 832 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.