Yanai Population 2026
Yanai has a population of 32,490, making it the #785 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Yamaguchi. It is about 300× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,490
Rank in Japan
#785
Coordinates
33.97°N, 132.12°E
Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
717 km
445 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Yamaguchi
| City | Population | Rank in Japan |
|---|---|---|
| Shimonoseki | 265,684 | #91 |
| Yamaguchi | 193,966 | #126 |
| Ube | 173,733 | #142 |
| Shūnan | 149,632 | #171 |
| Iwakuni | 129,125 | #208 |
| Hōfu | 116,925 | #232 |
| Tokuyama | 101,133 | #269 |
| Sanyōonoda | 60,326 | #462 |
Cities near Yanai
FAQ
What is the population of Yanai?
Yanai has a population of 32,490 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #785 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Yanai in?
Yanai is located in Yamaguchi, Japan.
Is Yanai the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 717 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.