Okinawa Population 2026
Okinawa has a population of 142,752, making it the #182 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Okinawa. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 68× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
142,752
Rank in Japan
#182
Coordinates
26.34°N, 127.80°E
~112 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
1,536 km
954 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Okinawa
Cities near Okinawa
FAQ
What is the population of Okinawa?
Okinawa has a population of 142,752 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #182 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Okinawa in?
Okinawa is located in Okinawa, Japan.
Is Okinawa the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 1,536 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.