Climate
About Akashi
Akashi is a city in Hyōgo, Japan, with a population of about 303,601 inhabitants. About 26.2% of residents are aged 65 or over and the median age is 47.1. The average taxable income is about 352.1万 yen per taxpayer (2023). The population density is about 6,146/km² (ranked #34 of 531 covered cities), the home-ownership rate is 57.7% and the city counts 21 hospitals. Since 1980, the population has grown by 19.1% (+3.5% between 2015 and 2020). On this page you can find driving distances, travel time and routes from Akashi to major Japanese cities, nearby towns and the local climate.
Akashi — key statistics
Source: e-Stat — Statistics Bureau of Japan (census, housing & land survey, medical facilities & school surveys, municipal finance)
Akashi — population dynamics & households
In 2024, Akashi recorded 2,730 births and 3,269 deaths (natural change -539), with 11,149 people moving in and 9,777 moving out (net migration +1,372).
Source: e-Stat — System of Social and Demographic Statistics (vital statistics, migration report, census)
Akashi — official land prices 2026
The 2026 official land price survey lists 51 standard points in Akashi: residential land averages 117,818 yen/m² (median 112,500, highest 211,000), commercial land averages 259,545 yen/m², with an average change of +5.05 % over one year.
Source: MLIT — National Land Numerical Information, Official Land Price (L01) 2026
Distances from Akashi
Straight-line distance — click for the full driving route, time and fuel cost.
Nearby cities
Closest towns and cities around Akashi.
Train stations near Akashi
Closest railway stations.
Frequently asked questions
Akashi population?
About 303,601 inhabitants (2020 census).
Population density of Akashi?
About 6,146 inhabitants/km² (area 49.4 km²).
Average rent in Akashi?
About 3,123 yen per tatami per month (2018 Housing and Land Survey).
Distance from Akashi to Tokyo?
About 442 km in a straight line.