Smallest Cities in Gifu

Top 40 cities ranked by smallest cities

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All Countries · Japan · Gifu

Smallest Cities — Gifu

1 Tomika 5,626

2 Sekigahara 7,109

3 Masuda 7,412

4 Sakahogi 8,071

5 Wanouchi 9,654

6 Naka-kawabe 9,860

7 Yaotsu 11,036

8 Anpachi 14,355

9 Mitake 18,363

10 Kitagata 18,410

11 Gōdo 19,361

12 Ibi 19,529

13 Mino 20,749

14 Kurono 22,041

15 Kasamatsuchō 22,273

16 Hida 22,538

17 Furukawa 22,538

18 Ikeno 23,360

19 Ginan 25,881

20 Takada 26,882

21 Yamagata 27,356

22 Tarui 27,439

23 Motosu 32,928

24 Kaizu 34,960

25 Gero 35,000

26 Mizunami 37,705

27 Gujō 41,858

28 Ena 48,777

29 Mizuho 56,388

30 Minokamo 56,972

31 Toki 58,567

32 Hashima 67,909

33 Nakatsugawa 78,930

34 Sekimachi 85,283

35 Takayama 88,473

36 Kani 102,143

37 Tajimi 107,818

38 Kakamigahara 144,521

39 Ōgaki 161,539

40 Gifu 402,557

The smallest cities in Gifu (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Tomika has a population of just 5,626. These communities often feature lower costs of living, stronger neighborhood connections, and less congestion.

Small cities can offer significant advantages for residents seeking affordable housing, shorter commutes, and a close-knit community feel. Many serve as regional centers for surrounding rural areas, providing essential services while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.

Despite their smaller size, many of these cities have thriving local economies, good school systems, and access to outdoor recreation. They represent an alternative to the fast-paced lifestyle of major metropolitan areas.

Did You Know?

1. At 5,626 residents, Tomika is smaller than a single large apartment complex in New York City.
2. Small cities (5,000-10,000) make up the majority of incorporated places in the United States.
3. Many of the smallest cities serve as county seats or regional service centers for surrounding rural communities.

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