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Kawasaki, Kanagawa

Japan

Provincial capital35.5206° N, 139.7172° E

Kawasaki is a city located in Japan's Kanagawa province, with a population of 1,538,262. It lies in close proximity to major urban centers, providing a significant residential and commercial environment.

Population1,538,262
ProvinceKanagawa
Coordinates35.5206° N, 139.7172° E
CountryJapan
Rank in Japan#7 of 50,799

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Nearest Airports

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Tokyo Haneda International Airport

HNDInternational

7.1 km away

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Kisarazu Nakajima Auxiliary Airfield / Kisarazu Heliport

JP-0638Local

21.4 km away

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JGSDF Kisarazu Airfield

RJTKRegional

22.1 km away

About Kawasaki

Kawasaki is situated at coordinates 35.52056° N latitude and 139.71722° E longitude, in the Northern and Eastern hemispheres. The city has an elevation of 1 meter and operates under the Asia/Tokyo timezone. It is located near Tokyo, Yokohama, Saitama, Chiba, and Setagaya.

In terms of population, Kawasaki ranks #7 among 2,144 cities in Japan. Its population is part of the country's total urban population of 146,668,727, highlighting its significance within the national context.

Cities in Kanagawa

Kawasaki is ranked #2 in Kanagawa province, which consists of 61 cities. Other notable cities in the province include Yokohama, Aihara, Sagamihara, Fujisawa, and Yokosuka. The city is equipped with various amenities, including 129 hospitals, 402 schools, and 1,027 parks.

Yokohama3,777,491Aihara725,493Sagamihara720,780Fujisawa439,728Yokosuka409,478Hiratsuka258,422Chigasaki242,798Yamato242,065Bunkyo240,069Minamirinkan224,015

Nearby Cities

In the vicinity of Kawasaki, there are 20 cities and towns within 25 km.

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OiwakechōCity
0.2 km
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ŌshimaCity
0.4 km
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HamachōNeighborhood
0.5 km
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SakuramotoCity
0.6 km
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KōkandōriCity
0.7 km
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Ōshima-kamichōCity
0.7 km
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TajimachōCity
0.8 km
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FujisakiCity
0.8 km
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Watarida-higashichōCity
0.9 km
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NakajimaCity
0.9 km
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WataridaNeighborhood
1 km
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SakaimachiCity
1 km
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IkegamichōCity
1 km
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Minami-wataridachōCity
1.2 km
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AsahichōNeighborhood
1.2 km
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FujimiCity
1.2 km
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AsanochōCity
1.2 km
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Watarida-mukaichōCity
1.3 km
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OdasakaeNeighborhood
1.3 km
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Ikegami-shinchōCity
1.3 km

Universities in Kawasaki

Kawasaki is home to 2 universities and higher education institutions.

UniversityFoundedTypeQS
Globiz Professional University2023——
Kawasaki City College of Nursing2022——
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Explore Japan

Users can explore additional content related to other cities in Japan, compare countries, view rankings, or access a complete list of cities to gain further insights.

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Largest cities in Japan

#1 Tokyo9,733,276#2 Yokohama3,777,491#3 Osaka2,753,862#4 Nagoya2,332,176#5 Sapporo1,973,832
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Kawasaki?

The population of Kawasaki is 1,538,262.

In which province/state is Kawasaki located?

Kawasaki is located in Kanagawa province.

What are the coordinates of Kawasaki?

The coordinates of Kawasaki are 35.52056° N latitude and 139.71722° E longitude.

What is the elevation of Kawasaki?

The elevation of Kawasaki is 1 meter.

What is the nearest airport to Kawasaki?

The nearest airport to Kawasaki is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, located 7.1 km away.

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