Rank #95 by World Population
🇯🇵Japan
Japan has a population of 124,516,650, ranking #95 in the world. The capital is Tokyo. Located in East Asia & Pacific.
World Bank: High income
124,516,650
Population
#95
World Rank
84.0
Life Expectancy
$33,836
GDP Per Capita
Japan, #95 by world population
Japan Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Japan had a population of 93,216,000 in 1960 and 123,975,371 in 2024, a 33.0% growth over 64 years. The peak was 128,070,000 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: 0.45%.
123,975,371
Population (2024)
93,216,000
Population (1960)
128,070,000
Peak (2010)
0.45%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 93,216,000 |
| 1961 | 94,055,000 |
| 1962 | 94,933,000 |
| 1963 | 95,900,000 |
| 1964 | 96,903,000 |
| 1965 | 97,952,000 |
| 1966 | 98,851,000 |
| 1967 | 99,879,000 |
| 1968 | 101,011,000 |
| 1969 | 102,219,000 |
| 1970 | 103,403,000 |
| 1971 | 105,697,000 |
| 1972 | 107,188,000 |
| 1973 | 108,707,000 |
| 1974 | 110,162,000 |
| 1975 | 111,573,000 |
| 1976 | 112,775,000 |
| 1977 | 113,872,000 |
| 1978 | 114,913,000 |
| 1979 | 115,890,000 |
| 1980 | 116,807,000 |
| 1981 | 117,661,000 |
| 1982 | 118,480,000 |
| 1983 | 119,307,000 |
| 1984 | 120,083,000 |
| 1985 | 120,837,000 |
| 1986 | 121,482,000 |
| 1987 | 122,069,000 |
| 1988 | 122,578,000 |
| 1989 | 123,069,000 |
| 1990 | 123,478,000 |
| 1991 | 123,964,000 |
| 1992 | 124,425,000 |
| 1993 | 124,829,000 |
| 1994 | 125,178,000 |
| 1995 | 125,472,000 |
| 1996 | 125,757,000 |
| 1997 | 126,057,000 |
| 1998 | 126,400,000 |
| 1999 | 126,631,000 |
| 2000 | 126,843,000 |
| 2001 | 127,149,000 |
| 2002 | 127,445,000 |
| 2003 | 127,718,000 |
| 2004 | 127,761,000 |
| 2005 | 127,773,000 |
| 2006 | 127,854,000 |
| 2007 | 128,001,000 |
| 2008 | 128,063,000 |
| 2009 | 128,047,000 |
| 2010 | 128,070,000 |
| 2011 | 127,833,000 |
| 2012 | 127,629,000 |
| 2013 | 127,445,000 |
| 2014 | 127,276,000 |
| 2015 | 127,141,000 |
| 2016 | 127,076,000 |
| 2017 | 126,972,000 |
| 2018 | 126,811,000 |
| 2019 | 126,633,000 |
| 2020 | 126,261,000 |
| 2021 | 125,681,593 |
| 2022 | 125,124,989 |
| 2023 | 124,516,650 |
| 2024 | 123,975,371 |
Demographics
| Population | 124,516,650 |
| Population Growth Rate | -0.49% |
| Urban Population | 92.1% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.20 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 84.0 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 1.8 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$33,836
GDP Per Capita
2.6%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
32.3
Gini Index (inequality)
45.2%
Trade (% of GDP)
4,115,799.805
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
10.7%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
2.65
Physicians per 1,000
1.8
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
84.9%
Internet Users
160
Mobile Subs per 100
341.5
People per km2
175,003
Net Migration
Environment
68.4%
Forest Area
Japan Climate
Japan has an average annual temperature of 15.7°C (60°F) and receives about 1455 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.7°C
Avg Temp
1455
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5° / 42° | 50 mm |
| February | 6° / 42° | 61 mm |
| March | 9° / 48° | 106 mm |
| April | 14° / 58° | 123 mm |
| May | 19° / 66° | 128 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 172 mm |
| July | 25° / 78° | 155 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 152 mm |
| September | 23° / 74° | 202 mm |
| October | 18° / 64° | 170 mm |
| November | 13° / 55° | 91 mm |
| December | 8° / 46° | 45 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Japan
The most comfortable months to visit Japan are typically May, June and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near 1°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Japan has a population of 124,516,650, ranking #95 in the world. The annual population growth rate is -0.49%.
Life expectancy in Japan is 84.0 years. The infant mortality rate is 1.8 per 1,000 live births.
Japan's GDP per capita is $33,836. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
92.1% of Japan's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 341.5 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Japan is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Japan are typically May, June and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Japan has an average annual temperature of 15.7°C and about 1455 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically August and the coldest is January.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
With 124,516,650 residents, Japan is a country in East Asia & Pacific. Its population is shrinking, by roughly -0.5% a year.
Economically, Japan is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $33,836. Life expectancy is high at 84.0 years, with a fertility rate of 1.2 births per woman, and 92.1% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.