Shōwa Population 2026
Shōwa has a population of 20,909, making it the #1038 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Yamanashi. It is about 466× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,909
Rank in Japan
#1038
Coordinates
35.63°N, 138.54°E
~272 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
105 km
65 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Yamanashi
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Kofu | 189,591 | #129 |
| Kai | 75,313 | #369 |
| Minami-Alps | 71,618 | #388 |
| Fuefuki | 69,463 | #400 |
| Minamiarupusu | 69,459 | #401 |
| Fujiyoshida | 48,782 | #563 |
| Hokuto | 46,888 | #594 |
| Ryūō | 43,180 | #631 |
Cities near Shōwa
- Ryūō43,180 people · ~4 km away
- Chūō31,216 people · ~5 km away
- Kofu189,591 people · ~5 km away
- Minami-Alps71,618 people · ~7 km away
- Kai75,313 people · ~7 km away
- Minamiarupusu69,459 people · ~7 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Shōwa?
Shōwa has a population of 20,909 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1038 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Shōwa in?
Shōwa is located in Yamanashi, Japan.
Is Shōwa the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 105 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.