Climate
About Uji
Uji is a city in Kyoto, Japan, with a population of about 179,630 inhabitants. About 30.0% of residents are aged 65 or over and the median age is 49.3. The average taxable income is about 340.9万 yen per taxpayer (2023). The population density is about 2,661/km² (ranked #89 of 531 covered cities), the home-ownership rate is 68.7% and the city counts 9 hospitals. Since 1980, the population has grown by 17.6% (-2.7% between 2015 and 2020). On this page you can find driving distances, travel time and routes from Uji to major Japanese cities, nearby towns and the local climate.
Uji — key statistics
Source: e-Stat — Statistics Bureau of Japan (census, housing & land survey, medical facilities & school surveys, municipal finance)
Uji — population dynamics & households
In 2024, Uji recorded 943 births and 2,071 deaths (natural change -1,128), with 5,471 people moving in and 5,859 moving out (net migration -388).
Source: e-Stat — System of Social and Demographic Statistics (vital statistics, migration report, census)
Uji — official land prices 2026
The 2026 official land price survey lists 44 standard points in Uji: residential land averages 128,325 yen/m² (median 132,500, highest 163,000), commercial land averages 255,400 yen/m², with an average change of +3.63 % over one year.
Source: MLIT — National Land Numerical Information, Official Land Price (L01) 2026
Distances from Uji
Straight-line distance — click for the full driving route, time and fuel cost.
Train stations near Uji
Closest railway stations.
Frequently asked questions
Uji population?
About 179,630 inhabitants (2020 census).
Population density of Uji?
About 2,661 inhabitants/km² (area 67.5 km²).
Average rent in Uji?
About 2,792 yen per tatami per month (2018 Housing and Land Survey).
Distance from Uji to Tokyo?
About 364 km in a straight line.