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Kawasaki, Japan

Major city Β· Population 1.5M

Kawasaki is the 7th largest city in Japan with a population of approximately 1,538,262 people as of 2026. This makes it the 302nd largest city in the world, accounting for 1.25% of Japan's total population of 123.2M. Kawasaki is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Tokyo timezone.

Population

1,538,262

Global Rank

#302

Country Rank

#7

% of Japan

1.25%

Kawasaki on the Map

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Japan at a Glance

Country Population

123,210,000

Capital

Tokyo

Region

Eastern Asia

Major Cities

293

GDP per Capita

$32,487

Life Expectancy

84.0 years

Urban Population

92.2%

Growth Rate

-0.01%

Nearest Major Cities

Closest cities to Kawasaki with over 100,000 people

Cities closest to Kawasaki by distance
CityPopulationDistance
Ōta748,0815 km
Yokohama3,777,49111 km
Meguro288,08812 km
Setagaya940,07115 km
Shibuya230,60915 km
Minato City260,48616 km
Chūō169,17917 km
Tokyo9,733,27619 km

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Kawasaki?

The population of Kawasaki, Japan is approximately 1,538,262 people, making it the 302nd largest city in the world and the 7th largest in Japan.

Is Kawasaki the capital of Japan?

No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo. Kawasaki is the 7th largest city in the country.

What timezone is Kawasaki in?

Kawasaki is in the Asia/Tokyo timezone.