Shimoda Population 2026
Shimoda has a population of 21,402, making it the #1027 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Shizuoka. It is about 455× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,402
Rank in Japan
#1027
Coordinates
34.68°N, 138.94°E
~11 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
132 km
82 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shizuoka
Cities near Shimoda
FAQ
What is the population of Shimoda?
Shimoda has a population of 21,402 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1027 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Shimoda in?
Shimoda is located in Shizuoka, Japan.
Is Shimoda the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 132 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.