Yaita Population 2026
Yaita has a population of 36,275, making it the #711 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Tochigi. It is about 268× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,275
Rank in Japan
#711
Coordinates
36.80°N, 139.93°E
~191 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
125 km
78 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tochigi
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Utsunomiya | 518,757 | #29 |
| Oyama | 167,647 | #152 |
| Tochigi | 159,056 | #161 |
| Ashikaga | 144,746 | #177 |
| Sano | 117,669 | #229 |
| Nasushiobara | 115,794 | #234 |
| Kanuma | 94,903 | #288 |
| Mooka | 78,720 | #347 |
Cities near Yaita
FAQ
What is the population of Yaita?
Yaita has a population of 36,275 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #711 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Yaita in?
Yaita is located in Tochigi, Japan.
Is Yaita the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 125 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.