Shisō Population 2026
Shisō has a population of 35,639, making it the #722 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Hyōgo. It is about 273× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,639
Rank in Japan
#722
Coordinates
34.98°N, 134.56°E
~215 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
472 km
293 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hyōgo
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Kobe | 1,525,152 | #8 |
| Himeji | 530,495 | #28 |
| Nishinomiya | 485,587 | #33 |
| Amagasaki | 459,593 | #38 |
| Akashi | 303,601 | #77 |
| Kakogawachō-honmachi | 271,634 | #87 |
| Takarazuka | 226,432 | #110 |
| Itami | 198,138 | #122 |
Cities near Shisō
- Yamazakichō-nakabirose25,115 people · ~2 km away
- Tatsunochō-tominaga40,011 people · ~13 km away
- Ikaruga33,477 people · ~16 km away
- Tatsuno74,316 people · ~17 km away
- Sayō15,863 people · ~19 km away
- Nishitawara19,377 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Shisō?
Shisō has a population of 35,639 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #722 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Shisō in?
Shisō is located in Hyōgo, Japan.
Is Shisō the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 472 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.