Sonobe Population 2026
Sonobe has a population of 17,250, making it the #1142 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Saga. It is about 564× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,250
Rank in Japan
#1142
Coordinates
33.42°N, 130.50°E
~82 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
878 km
545 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Saga
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Saga | 233,301 | #107 |
| Karatsu | 117,663 | #230 |
| Tosu | 74,196 | #377 |
| Imarichō-kō | 57,940 | #486 |
| Takeo | 47,914 | #582 |
| Ogi | 43,952 | #620 |
| Kanzakimachi-kanzaki | 31,022 | #815 |
| Kashima | 30,159 | #836 |
Cities near Sonobe
FAQ
What is the population of Sonobe?
Sonobe has a population of 17,250 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1142 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Sonobe in?
Sonobe is located in Saga, Japan.
Is Sonobe the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 878 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.