Fukui-shi, Fukui

Japan

Regional capital36.0644° N, 136.2226° E

Located in Fukui, Japan, Fukui-shi is a regional capital. It is home to 262,328 people.

Population262,328

ProvinceFukui

Coordinates36.0644° N, 136.2226° E

CountryJapan

Rank in Japan#105 of 50,799

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About Fukui-shi

The location of Fukui-shi corresponds to 36.06° N, 136.22° E, in the Northern Hemisphere. It is within the Fukui area of Japan.

Among the 50,799 cities of Japan, Fukui-shi holds position #105 with a population of 262,328.

Cities in Fukui

Fukui is one of Japan's administrative regions. Fukui-shi is one of its main cities, along with Sakai, Echizen, Takefu. Fukui-shi has 262,328 inhabitants.

Sakai92,210 Echizen83,078 Takefu75,753 Tsuruga68,482 Sabae68,302 Ono33,640 Maruoka33,563 Obama29,435 Awara27,524 Katsuyama27,088

Universities in Fukui-shi

Fukui-shi is home to 3 universities and higher education institutions.

University	Founded	Type	QS
Fukui University of Technology	1950	—	—
Jin-ai Women's College	1965	—	—
University of Fukui	1949	—	—

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Fukui-shi?

Fukui-shi has a population of 262,328. It ranks #105 in Japan by population.

What province or state is Fukui-shi in?

Fukui-shi is located in Fukui, Japan.

Where is Fukui-shi located?

Fukui-shi is located at coordinates 36.06° N, 136.22° E in Fukui, Japan.

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