Where is Miyagi?

Area Overview

Miyagi Prefecture is located 300 kilometers away from Tokyo in the Tohoku region of Japan. With large numbers in population, GDP, and other areas, Miyagi has developed its identity as the center of the Tohoku region.

A region blessed with nature, culture, and food, Miyagi brings city and natural environments together harmoniously, making for comfortable living. Much of Miyagi’s appeal cannot be found in the Tokyo area, making it a popular location for many companies to establish themselves.

Population

2,301,996 people（14th largest in Japan as of October 1, 2020, 1st in Tohoku Region）　Reference: Social Economic White Paper, Miyagi Prefecture, 2022

Population of foreign nationals：27,009 people（December, 2023）　Reference: Statistics on foreign residents, Immigration Services Agency, 2024

Population percentage comparison

Young population（0～14）	11.9%
Working population（15～64）	59.7%
Elderly population（65 years and over）	28.3%

Reference: Social Economic White Paper, Miyagi Prefecture, 2022

GDP

Gross production within the Prefecture: 9,649,597million yen（2021）14th largest in the country. Number 1 in Tohoku.　Reference: Annual Report on Prefectural Accounts, Cabinet Office, 2024

Economic growth rate: 18.2%（From 2011 to 2021）　Reference: Annual Report on Prefectural Accounts, Cabinet Office, 2024

Temperature and rainfall（2023）

Sendai (Miyagi Capital)	Spring (Apr～Jun)	Summer (Jul～Sep)	Autumn (Oct～Dec)	Winter (Jan～Mar)
Average temperature	17.2℃	26.8℃	11.3℃	4.8℃
Total rainfall	345.0mm	457.0mm	141.5mm	102.5mm

Source：Japan Meteorological Agency website