Climate
About Himeji
Himeji is a city in Hyōgo, Japan, with a population of about 530,495 inhabitants. About 26.8% of residents are aged 65 or over and the median age is 47.7. The average taxable income is about 356.7万 yen per taxpayer (2023). The population density is about 992/km² (ranked #189 of 531 covered cities), the home-ownership rate is 56.1% and the city counts 34 hospitals. Since 1980, the population has grown by 7.2% (-1.0% between 2015 and 2020). On this page you can find driving distances, travel time and routes from Himeji to major Japanese cities, nearby towns and the local climate.
Himeji — key statistics
Source: e-Stat — Statistics Bureau of Japan (census, housing & land survey, medical facilities & school surveys, municipal finance)
Distances from Himeji
Straight-line distance — click for the full driving route, time and fuel cost.
Nearby cities
Closest towns and cities around Himeji.
Train stations near Himeji
Closest railway stations.
Frequently asked questions
Himeji population?
About 530,495 inhabitants (2020 census).
Population density of Himeji?
About 992 inhabitants/km² (area 534.6 km²).
Average rent in Himeji?
About 2,535 yen per tatami per month (2018 Housing and Land Survey).
Distance from Himeji to Tokyo?
About 464 km in a straight line.