Shibukawa Population 2026
Shibukawa has a population of 76,098, making it the #364 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Gunma. Roughly 0.1% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 128× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
76,098
Rank in Japan
#364
Coordinates
36.48°N, 139.00°E
~202 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
108 km
67 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gunma
Cities near Shibukawa
FAQ
What is the population of Shibukawa?
Shibukawa has a population of 76,098 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #364 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Shibukawa in?
Shibukawa is located in Gunma, Japan.
Is Shibukawa the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 108 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.