Nirasaki Population 2026
Nirasaki has a population of 29,483, making it the #844 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Yamanashi. It is about 330× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,483
Rank in Japan
#844
Coordinates
35.70°N, 138.45°E
~349 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
112 km
70 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Yamanashi
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Kofu | 189,591 | #129 |
| Kai | 75,313 | #369 |
| Minami-Alps | 71,618 | #388 |
| Fuefuki | 69,463 | #400 |
| Minamiarupusu | 69,459 | #401 |
| Fujiyoshida | 48,782 | #563 |
| Hokuto | 46,888 | #594 |
| Ryūō | 43,180 | #631 |
Cities near Nirasaki
- Kai75,313 people · ~6 km away
- Ryūō43,180 people · ~7 km away
- Minami-Alps71,618 people · ~9 km away
- Minamiarupusu69,459 people · ~10 km away
- Shōwa20,909 people · ~11 km away
- Kofu189,591 people · ~11 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Nirasaki?
Nirasaki has a population of 29,483 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #844 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Nirasaki in?
Nirasaki is located in Yamanashi, Japan.
Is Nirasaki the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 112 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.