Saga, Japan · Asia
117,663
Population
Asia
Continent
Tokyo
Timezone
JP
Country Code
Karatsu (唐津市, Karatsu-shi) is a city located in Saga Prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Japan. Its name, formed from the Japanese word roots 唐 kara (China, or continental East Asia in general), and 津 tsu (port), signifies its historical importance as an ancient trading port between Japan with China and Korea. As of 1 June 2024, the city had an estimated population of 114,695 in 51375 households, and a population density of 200 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 487.60 km2 (188.26...
Coordinates
33.4425°, 129.9697°
Region/State
Saga
District
Karatsu Shi
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Country
Japan
Region
Saga
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Population
117,663
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