Nagano Population 2026
Nagano has a population of 372,760, making it the #59 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Nagano. Roughly 0.3% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 26× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
372,760
Rank in Japan
#59
Coordinates
36.65°N, 138.18°E
~372 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
172 km
107 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nagano
Cities near Nagano
FAQ
What is the population of Nagano?
Nagano has a population of 372,760 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #59 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Nagano in?
Nagano is located in Nagano, Japan.
Is Nagano the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 172 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.