Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
357K
Population
91 km2
Area
369 Mbps
Internet
Asia/Tokyo
Timezone
OVERVIEW
Wakayama is a city in Japan with a population of 357K. Internet speeds average 369 Mbps download. The city has 5,243 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Japan
Region
Eastern Asia
Population
357K
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Currency
JPY
Language
Japanese
GPS
34.23, 135.17
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
522 restaurants mapped in Wakayama
Tech
369 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
A mid-sized city of 356,729 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
5,243 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
522
Cafes
133
Bars
68
Fast Food
78
Shopping
Supermarkets
109
Convenience
216
Shopping Malls
14
Healthcare
Hospitals
70
Clinics
123
Pharmacies
67
Education
Schools
342
Universities
8
Libraries
10
Recreation
Parks
436
Playgrounds
26
Sports
97
Cinemas
2
Museums
14
Theatres
2
Transport
Bus Stops
120
Train Stations
57
Fuel Stations
48
Services
Banks
53
ATMs
14
Post Offices
115
Police
79
Fire Stations
22
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
369 Mbps
Download
173 Mbps
Upload
41ms
Latency
1,775
Tests
684
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
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Best time to visit: May - Jun
7°
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8°
F
12°
M
18°
A
23°
M
27°
J
29°
J
27°
A
23°
S
18°
O
12°
N
8°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Wakayama known for?
Wakayama is a city in Japan. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Wakayama?
Wakayama has an average download speed of 369 Mbps and upload speed of 173 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the population of Wakayama?
The population of Wakayama is approximately 357K.
What infrastructure does Wakayama have?
Wakayama has 5,243 mapped points of interest, including 522 restaurants, 70 hospitals, 342 schools.
What country is Wakayama in?
Wakayama is located in Japan.
