Climate
About Hikone
Hikone is a city in Shiga, Japan, with a population of about 113,647 inhabitants. About 24.9% of residents are aged 65 or over and the median age is 46.3. The average taxable income is about 332.5万 yen per taxpayer (2023). The population density is about 577/km² (ranked #247 of 531 covered cities), the home-ownership rate is 54.8% and the city counts 3 hospitals. Since 1980, the population has grown by 26.7% (0.0% between 2015 and 2020). On this page you can find driving distances, travel time and routes from Hikone to major Japanese cities, nearby towns and the local climate.
Hikone — key statistics
Source: e-Stat — Statistics Bureau of Japan (census, housing & land survey, medical facilities & school surveys, municipal finance)
Hikone — population dynamics & households
In 2024, Hikone recorded 699 births and 1,198 deaths (natural change -499), with 4,311 people moving in and 4,366 moving out (net migration -55).
Source: e-Stat — System of Social and Demographic Statistics (vital statistics, migration report, census)
Hikone — official land prices 2026
The 2026 official land price survey lists 31 standard points in Hikone: residential land averages 41,147 yen/m² (median 43,200, highest 55,800), commercial land averages 85,478 yen/m², with an average change of +0.56 % over one year.
Source: MLIT — National Land Numerical Information, Official Land Price (L01) 2026
Distances from Hikone
Straight-line distance — click for the full driving route, time and fuel cost.
Train stations near Hikone
Closest railway stations.
Frequently asked questions
Hikone population?
About 113,647 inhabitants (2020 census).
Population density of Hikone?
About 577 inhabitants/km² (area 196.9 km²).
Average rent in Hikone?
About 2,925 yen per tatami per month (2018 Housing and Land Survey).
Distance from Hikone to Tokyo?
About 316 km in a straight line.