Beijing vs Tokyo
Beijing is about 7.5× larger than Tokyo by administrative area. Beijing (China) covers 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) with a population of 21.9 million, while Tokyo (Japan) covers 2,194 km² (847 mi²) with 14.3 million residents.
| Metric | Beijing | Tokyo |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 16,411 km² | 2,194 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 6,336 mi² | 847 mi² |
| Population | 21,893,095 | 14,264,798 |
| Population density | 1,334 /km² | 6,502 /km² |
| Area ratio | Beijing is ~7.5× larger by area than Tokyo. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Beijing bigger than Tokyo?
Yes — Beijing is about 7.5× larger by area: 16,411 km² vs 2,194 km².
How big is Beijing?
Beijing, China, covers about 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Tokyo?
Tokyo, Japan, covers about 2,194 km² (847 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Beijing or Tokyo?
Beijing has the larger population: 21.9 million vs 14.3 million. Population density is about 1,334 people/km² in Beijing and 6,502 people/km² in Tokyo.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-28.
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