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China
Japan
Area Comparison
Hong Kong is 5.0x larger than Osaka
Population Comparison
Hong Kong has 2.7x more people than Osaka
Yes — Hong Kong is 5.0x larger than Osaka by area. Hong Kong spans 1,114 km² (430 mi²) while Osaka covers 225 km² (87 mi²) — a difference of 889 km². You could fit Osaka inside Hong Kong approximately 4 times.
To put Hong Kong's size in perspective, its area of 1,114 km² is about 1.2x the size of Berlin. Meanwhile, Osaka at 225 km² is roughly the same size as Amsterdam.
A major financial hub and special administrative region of China. Known as "Pearl of the Orient", Hong Kong covers 1,114 km² with a population of 7.4 million. The city was established in 1841. Hong Kong is known for Victoria Harbour skyline, Dim sum cuisine, Star Ferry, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the MTR Hong Kong.
Hong Kong has more skyscrapers than any other city in the world, with over 480 buildings above 150 meters
Japan's third-largest city and a culinary capital. Often called "The Kitchen of Japan", Osaka has an area of 225 km² and is home to 2.8 million people. Its history stretches back to 645. Visitors come for Osaka Castle, Dotonbori district, Street food culture, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Osaka Metro.
Osaka residents spend more on food per capita than any other city in Japan
Hong Kong has a population density of 6,652 people per km² — a densely populated city. Osaka, with 12,222 people per km², is an extremely dense urban environment. Osaka is noticeably denser, packing 1.8 times more people per square kilometer.
Both cities are in Asia, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Hong Kong (China) and Osaka (Japan) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Both cities share a humid subtropical climate, though local geography creates distinct microclimates in each.
Size Ratio
Osaka fits inside Hong Kong ~4 times
Density Gap
Osaka is 1.8x more densely populated
History
Osaka is ~1,196 years older
The straight-line distance from Hong Kong to Osaka is 2,489 km (1,547 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~3h 26m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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