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Mexico
Japan
Area Comparison
Mexico City is 1.5x smaller than Tokyo
Population Comparison
Mexico City has 1.5x fewer people than Tokyo
Tokyo is significantly larger, covering 1.5 times the area of Mexico City. Tokyo spans 2,194 km² (847 mi²) while Mexico City covers 1,485 km² (573 mi²) — a difference of 709 km².
To put Mexico City's size in perspective, its area of 1,485 km² is roughly the same size as London. Meanwhile, Tokyo at 2,194 km² is about 1.1x smaller than Moscow.
Mexico's capital and largest city. Known as "CDMX", Mexico City covers 1,485 km² with a population of 9.2 million. The city was established in 1325. Mexico City is known for Zócalo plaza, Chapultepec Castle, Frida Kahlo Museum, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Mexico City Metro.
Mexico City is sinking 50 cm per year because it was built on a lake bed
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. The city dates 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
Looking beyond city limits, the Tokyo metropolitan area covers 13,572 km², which is 1.7x larger than greater Mexico City at 7,854 km². The Tokyo metro area is also more populous, with 37.4 million people compared to 21.8 million.
Mexico City has a population density of 6,202 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.
This comparison spans continents — Mexico City in North America versus Tokyo in Asia. Despite the geographic distance, comparing their sizes reveals surprising insights about how cities grow worldwide.
Mexico City has a subtropical highland climate while Tokyo experiences humid subtropical conditions. Summers are notably different: Tokyo averages 27°C compared to 18°C in Mexico City. When it's noon in Tokyo, it's midnight in Mexico City — a 15-hour time difference.
Time Difference
15 hours apart
History
Mexico City is ~132 years older
The straight-line distance from Mexico City to Tokyo is 11,310 km (7,028 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~13h 48m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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