About Tosu
Tosu is a city in Saga, Japan, with a population of about 74,196 inhabitants. About 24.2% of residents are aged 65 or over and the median age is 44.9. The average taxable income is about 321.0万 yen per taxpayer (2023). The population density is about 1,035/km² (ranked #179 of 531 covered cities), the home-ownership rate is 49.3% and the city counts 8 hospitals. Since 1980, the population has grown by 36.8% (+1.8% between 2015 and 2020). On this page you can find driving distances, travel time and routes from Tosu to major Japanese cities, nearby towns and the local climate.
Tosu — key statistics
Source: e-Stat — Statistics Bureau of Japan (census, housing & land survey, medical facilities & school surveys, municipal finance)
Tosu — population dynamics & households
In 2024, Tosu recorded 500 births and 790 deaths (natural change -290), with 3,503 people moving in and 3,474 moving out (net migration +29).
Source: e-Stat — System of Social and Demographic Statistics (vital statistics, migration report, census)
Tosu — official land prices 2026
The 2026 official land price survey lists 23 standard points in Tosu: residential land averages 54,073 yen/m² (median 53,800, highest 81,000), commercial land averages 102,467 yen/m², with an average change of +5.19 % over one year.
Source: MLIT — National Land Numerical Information, Official Land Price (L01) 2026
Distances from Tosu
Straight-line distance — click for the full driving route, time and fuel cost.
Train stations near Tosu
Closest railway stations.
Frequently asked questions
Tosu population?
About 74,196 inhabitants (2020 census).
Population density of Tosu?
About 1,035 inhabitants/km² (area 71.7 km²).
Average rent in Tosu?
About 2,426 yen per tatami per month (2018 Housing and Land Survey).
Distance from Tosu to Tokyo?
About 880 km in a straight line.