Tsuru Population 2026
Tsuru has a population of 31,016, making it the #816 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Yamanashi. It is about 314× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,016
Rank in Japan
#816
Coordinates
35.55°N, 138.91°E
~596 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
72 km
45 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 Tsuru
- Ōtsuki23,976 people · ~10 km away
- Fujiyoshida48,782 people · ~16 km away
- Uenohara23,158 people · ~20 km away
- Fujikawaguchiko26,540 people · ~21 km away
- Oyama18,568 people · ~23 km away
- Enzan25,142 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tsuru?
Tsuru has a population of 31,016 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #816 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Tsuru in?
Tsuru is located in Yamanashi, Japan.
Is Tsuru the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 72 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.