Myoko Population 2026
Myoko has a population of 30,383, making it the #828 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Niigata. It is about 320× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,383
Rank in Japan
#828
Coordinates
37.03°N, 138.26°E
~79 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
196 km
122 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Niigata
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Niigata | 797,591 | #16 |
| Nagaoka | 266,936 | #90 |
| Jōetsu | 189,430 | #131 |
| Shibata | 96,236 | #282 |
| Sanjō | 94,642 | #290 |
| Kashiwazaki | 86,183 | #318 |
| Tsubame | 77,382 | #355 |
| Niitsu-honchō | 65,910 | #424 |
Cities near Myoko
FAQ
What is the population of Myoko?
Myoko has a population of 30,383 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #828 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Myoko in?
Myoko is located in Niigata, Japan.
Is Myoko the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 196 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.