Ōtawara Population 2026
Ōtawara has a population of 72,087, making it the #386 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Tochigi. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 135× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
72,087
Rank in Japan
#386
Coordinates
36.87°N, 140.03°E
~205 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
134 km
83 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tochigi
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Utsunomiya | 518,757 | #29 |
| Oyama | 167,647 | #152 |
| Tochigi | 159,056 | #161 |
| Ashikaga | 144,746 | #177 |
| Sano | 117,669 | #229 |
| Nasushiobara | 115,794 | #234 |
| Kanuma | 94,903 | #288 |
| Mooka | 78,720 | #347 |
Cities near Ōtawara
FAQ
What is the population of Ōtawara?
Ōtawara has a population of 72,087 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #386 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Ōtawara in?
Ōtawara is located in Tochigi, Japan.
Is Ōtawara the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 134 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.