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

2,225,262 people（14th largest in Japan as of October 1, 2020, 1st in Tohoku Region）　Reference: Estimated population, Miyagi Prefecture, February, 2026

Population of foreign nationals：31,041 people（June, 2025）　Reference: Statistics on foreign residents, Immigration Services Agency, 2025

Population percentage comparison

Young population（0～14）	11.0%
Working population（15～64）	59.4%
Elderly population（65 years and over）	29.6%

Reference: Basic Resident Register, Miyagi Prefecture, 2025

GDP

Gross production within the Prefecture: 9,614,668 million yen（2022）15th largest in the country. Number 1 in Tohoku.　Reference: Annual Report on Prefectural Accounts, Cabinet Office, 2025

Economic growth rate: 17.7%（From 2011 to 2022）　Reference: Annual Report on Prefectural Accounts, Cabinet Office, 2025

Temperature and rainfall（2025）

Sendai (Miyagi Capital)	Spring (Apr～Jun)	Summer (Jul～Sep)	Autumn (Oct～Dec)	Winter (Jan～Mar)
Average temperature	17.0℃	26.2℃	10.8℃	4.5℃
Total rainfall	429.5mm	271.0mm	243.0mm	100.0mm

Source：Japan Meteorological Agency website