Most Dense in Kumamoto

Top 41 cities ranked by most dense

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Most Dense — Kumamoto

1 Kumamoto 4,913/mi²

2 Kōshi 2,447/mi²

3 Nagasu 2,150/mi²

4 Kotō 1,866/mi²

5 Okino 1,762/mi²

6 Arao 1,387/mi²

7 Uto 1,307/mi²

8 Shimada 1,021/mi²

9 Uejima 990/mi²

10 Ōzu 920/mi²

11 Tamana 614/mi²

12 Konoha 501/mi²

13 Minamata 467/mi²

14 Kikuchi 463/mi²

15 Uki 429/mi²

16 Yamaga 424/mi²

17 Wakasu 347/mi²

18 Iwashita 334/mi²

19 Sekimachi 325/mi²

20 Hitoyoshi 318/mi²

21 Honmachi 313/mi²

22 Mifune 246/mi²

23 Kinoenishi 227/mi²

24 Kawahara 224/mi²

25 Nagaoda 210/mi²

26 Matsubase 187/mi²

27 Aso 186/mi²

28 Mendahigashi 178/mi²

29 Nakamatsu 178/mi²

30 Samata 169/mi²

31 Miyahara 128/mi²

32 Ōyanomachi-noboritate 115/mi²

33 Uekimachi-mōno 109/mi²

34 Sashiki 103/mi²

35 Taragi 75/mi²

36 Takamori 65/mi²

37 Tomioka 56/mi²

38 Yamada 55/mi²

39 Amakusa 48/mi²

40 Hondomachi-hondo 24/mi²

41 Ushibukamachi 10/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Kumamoto pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Kumamoto leads with 4,913 people per square mile.

High population density is often associated with better access to public transportation, more walkable streets, and a wider variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options within close proximity. These cities tend to have lower car ownership rates and shorter commute distances.

Dense cities face unique challenges including higher housing costs, limited parking, and potential overcrowding in public spaces. However, they also tend to have lower per-capita carbon footprints due to shared infrastructure and reduced driving.

Did You Know?

1. Kumamoto has 4,913 people per square mile — that's roughly 8 people per acre.
2. Dense cities tend to have the most walkable neighborhoods and lowest car ownership rates in the country.
3. Urban density can reduce per-capita carbon emissions by up to 50% compared to suburban sprawl.

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