Moritake Population 2026
Moritake has a population of 15,254, making it the #1202 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Akita. It is about 638× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,254
Rank in Japan
#1202
Coordinates
40.10°N, 140.08°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
491 km
305 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Akita
Cities near Moritake
FAQ
What is the population of Moritake?
Moritake has a population of 15,254 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1202 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Moritake in?
Moritake is located in Akita, Japan.
Is Moritake the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 491 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.