London vs Tokyo - City Size Comparison

Is London Bigger Than Tokyo?

Tokyo is significantly larger, covering 1.4 times the area of London. Tokyo spans 2,194 km² (847 mi²) while London covers 1,572 km² (607 mi²) — a difference of 622 km².

About London

Capital of England and the United Kingdom. Known as "The Big Smoke", London covers 1,572 km² with a population of 9.0 million. The city was established in 43. London is known for Big Ben, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the London Underground.

London was the first city to have an underground railway, opening in 1863

About Tokyo

Japan's capital and the world's most populous metropolitan area. Often called "The Big Mikan", Tokyo has an area of 2,194 km² and is home to 14.0 million people. Its history stretches back to 1457. Visitors come for Shibuya Crossing, Tokyo Tower, Tsukiji Market, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Tokyo Metro & JR East.

Greater Tokyo is the world's largest metropolitan economy, surpassing the GDP of most countries

Metropolitan Area Comparison

Looking beyond city limits, the Tokyo metropolitan area covers 13,572 km², which is 1.6x larger than greater London at 8,382 km². The Tokyo metro area is also more populous, with 37.4 million people compared to 14.3 million.

Population Density

London has a population density of 5,712 people per km² — a densely populated city. Tokyo, with 6,363 people per km², is a densely populated city. Both cities have comparable density, though Tokyo is slightly more compact.

Climate & Time Zone

London has a oceanic climate while Tokyo experiences humid subtropical conditions. When it's noon in Tokyo, it's 3:00 AM in London — a 9-hour time difference.