Climate
About Kurashiki
Kurashiki is a city in Okayama, Japan, with a population of about 474,592 inhabitants. About 26.5% of residents are aged 65 or over and the median age is 47.8. The average taxable income is about 328.1万 yen per taxpayer (2023). The population density is about 1,333/km² (ranked #149 of 531 covered cities), the home-ownership rate is 55.5% and the city counts 36 hospitals. Since 1980, the population has grown by 9.8% (-0.5% between 2015 and 2020). On this page you can find driving distances, travel time and routes from Kurashiki to major Japanese cities, nearby towns and the local climate.
Kurashiki — key statistics
Source: e-Stat — Statistics Bureau of Japan (census, housing & land survey, medical facilities & school surveys, municipal finance)
Kurashiki — population dynamics & households
In 2024, Kurashiki recorded 3,318 births and 5,712 deaths (natural change -2,394), with 11,692 people moving in and 12,371 moving out (net migration -679).
Source: e-Stat — System of Social and Demographic Statistics (vital statistics, migration report, census)
Kurashiki — official land prices 2026
The 2026 official land price survey lists 110 standard points in Kurashiki: residential land averages 55,342 yen/m² (median 49,700, highest 124,000), commercial land averages 109,047 yen/m², with an average change of +1.35 % over one year.
Source: MLIT — National Land Numerical Information, Official Land Price (L01) 2026
Distances from Kurashiki
Straight-line distance — click for the full driving route, time and fuel cost.
Nearby cities
Closest towns and cities around Kurashiki.
Train stations near Kurashiki
Closest railway stations.
Frequently asked questions
Kurashiki population?
About 474,592 inhabitants (2020 census).
Population density of Kurashiki?
About 1,333 inhabitants/km² (area 356.1 km²).
Average rent in Kurashiki?
About 2,611 yen per tatami per month (2018 Housing and Land Survey).
Distance from Kurashiki to Tokyo?
About 553 km in a straight line.