Tokyo vs Los Angeles
Tokyo is about 1.7× larger than Los Angeles by administrative area. Tokyo (Japan) covers 2,194 km² (847 mi²) with a population of 14.3 million, while Los Angeles (United States) covers 1,302 km² (503 mi²) with 3.9 million residents.
| Metric | Tokyo | Los Angeles |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 2,194 km² | 1,302 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 847 mi² | 503 mi² |
| Population | 14,264,798 | 3,898,747 |
| Population density | 6,502 /km² | 2,994 /km² |
| Area ratio | Tokyo is ~1.7× larger by area than Los Angeles. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Tokyo bigger than Los Angeles?
Yes — Tokyo is about 1.7× larger by area: 2,194 km² vs 1,302 km².
How big is Tokyo?
Tokyo, Japan, covers about 2,194 km² (847 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Los Angeles?
Los Angeles, United States, covers about 1,302 km² (503 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Tokyo or Los Angeles?
Tokyo has the larger population: 14.3 million vs 3.9 million. Population density is about 6,502 people/km² in Tokyo and 2,994 people/km² in Los Angeles.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-28.
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