Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
9.7M
Population
2,194 km2
Area
294 Mbps
Internet
6m
Elevation
Japan Standard Time
Timezone
HND (18km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Tokyo, officially the Tokyo Metropolis, is the capital and most populous city of Japan. With a population of over 14 million in the city proper in 2023, it is one of the most populous urban areas in the world. The Greater Tokyo Area, which includes Tokyo and parts of six neighboring prefectures, is the most populous metropolitan area in the worl...
QUICK FACTS
Country
Tokyo
Region
Eastern and South-Eastern Asia
Population
9.7M
Timezone
Japan Standard Time
Elevation
6 m
Status
Capital City
Airport
HND
GPS
35.69, 139.69
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
15,006 restaurants mapped in Tokyo
Tech
294 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
46% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
INFRASTRUCTURE
114,236 total POIs 52.1 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
15,006
Cafes
4,272
Bars
6,347
Fast Food
3,970
Shopping
Supermarkets
1,947
Convenience
5,215
Shopping Malls
248
Healthcare
Hospitals
442
Clinics
4,412
Pharmacies
2,510
Education
Schools
4,198
Universities
547
Libraries
319
Recreation
Parks
6,268
Playgrounds
1,364
Sports
1,948
Cinemas
65
Museums
402
Theatres
190
Transport
Bus Stops
10,454
Train Stations
700
Fuel Stations
542
Services
Banks
1,099
ATMs
724
Post Offices
1,135
Police
942
Fire Stations
286
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
294 Mbps
Download
194 Mbps
Upload
14ms
Latency
154,875
Tests
56,418
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: May - Sep
6°
J
8°
F
11°
M
17°
A
22°
M
25°
J
27°
J
25°
A
22°
S
17°
O
11°
N
8°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 16.5 C Range: 6.3 - 26.6 C Rain: 1,721 mm/year Sunshine: 2,883 h/year
CITY SCORES
89.4
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
62.5
Overall
COST OF LIVING
CIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
54.2
Overall
46% cheaper than NYC
25.8
Rent
74% cheaper than NYC
62.9
Groceries
37% cheaper than NYC
35.4
Restaurants
65% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
HND
Tokyo Haneda International Airport
18 km from center
~32 min ride
FUN FACTS
Tokyo, officially the Tokyo Metropolis, is the capital and most populous city of Japan.
With a population of over 14 million in the city proper in 2023, it is one of the most populous urban areas in the world.
The Greater Tokyo Area, which includes Tokyo and parts of six neighboring prefectures, is the most populous metropolitan area in the world, with 41 million residents as of 2024.
Lying at the head of Tokyo Bay, Tokyo is part of the Kantō region, on the central coast of Honshu, Japan's largest island.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government administers Tokyo's central 23 special wards, which formerly made up Tokyo City; various commuter towns and suburbs in its western area; and two outlying island chains, the Tokyo Islands.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Tokyo known for?
Tokyo is a city in Tokyo. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Tokyo?
Tokyo has an average download speed of 294 Mbps and upload speed of 194 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Tokyo?
Tokyo has an average year-round temperature of approximately 16.5 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Tokyo?
Tokyo is served by HND (Tokyo Haneda International Airport), approximately 18 km from the city center.
What is the population of Tokyo?
The population of Tokyo is approximately 9.7M.
What infrastructure does Tokyo have?
Tokyo has 114,236 mapped points of interest, including 15,006 restaurants, 442 hospitals, 4,198 schools.
What country is Tokyo in?
Tokyo is located in Tokyo.
