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Worlds largest city: While India and China are two of the most populous countries on earth, while Russia, and the United States boast distinction of being the largest in terms of land area, none of these countries are home to the world’s largest city, which has a population of over 370 lakh people.

Which is the world’s largest city?

Tokyo, the capital of Japan, holds the distinction of being the world’s largest city in the world in terms of population. According to latest figures, Tokyo is home to over 37 million people, making it most populous metropolitan area on the planet, surpassing even Indian capital New Delhi, which has an estimated population of over 34 million.

Tokyo’s population is larger than many small nations, and even surpasses some Indian states. However, despite its enormous population, the Japanese capital is famed across the world for its cleanliness, transport, technology, and discipline. Apart from its faced-paced metro lifestyle, Tokyo is regarded as one of the most advanced cities in the world featuring futuristic infrastructure, and a rich culture.

The metropolitan area of Tokyo is spread across approximately 13,500 square kilometers, which is bigger than the entire landmass of some small countries. Tokyo is essentially an amalgam of several smaller cities towns, which clubbed together make up what we today recognize as the Japanese capital city.

What makes Tokyo a ‘model city’?

Notably, despite its gigantic population, Tokyo is regarded as a model city, boasting a modern rapid transit system like the Tokyo Metro, which is considered busiest and largest, and one of the most advanced globally. The city is also known for its cleanliness, and littering invites heavy fines.

Apart from being a hub of technology, which is always at the forefront in state-of-the-art robots, automation and smart technology, Tokyo is also famous for its unique culture and Japanese cuisine.

The Japanese capital is also a famous tourist destination, attracting millions of foreign tourists each years, who come to experience its various attractions, including colorful festivals and historical places such as temples and monuments dating back to the Imperial era.