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Akana, Japan
Shimane · Japan
Akana is a small town in Shimane, Japan with a population of 4,577. Elevation: 1,526 ft (465 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
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People
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| Population | 4,577 |
| Population Density | 34 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,526 ft (465 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.0000°, 132.7167° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Shimane |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.7 inches (1,769 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.2 inches (11 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,200 |
| Median Age | 51.4 years |
About Akana
Akana is a small town in Japan (Shimane) with a population of 4,577. The city sits at an elevation of 1,526 feet (465 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Akana vs Japan Average
Income: Akana vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,200 |
| 64% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 146 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $66,000 |
| 77% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $330 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 1,831 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 210 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,526 ft (465 m) |
| Area | 133.3 sq mi (345.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 34/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0000°N, 132.7167°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1026 | OFF MASUDA, SHIMANE PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 1,001 | 87 km |
| 1872 | SW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 804 | 66 km |
| 1711 | SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 1,000 | 141 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sanbesan (18 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sanbesan | Stratovolcano | 1,126 m (3,694 ft) | 650 | 18 km |
| Abu | Shield(s) | 641 m (2,103 ft) | -6850 | 116 km |
| Oki-Dogo | Shield | 151 m (495 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 5.5 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 5.6 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 9.7 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 10.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 3.3 in | Driest |
Akana has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 35°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 69.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.4") and December the driest (3.3").
Schools in Akana
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立大和中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立大和小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立来島小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立頓原中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立頓原小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 県立飯南高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立赤名小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立赤来中学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Akana
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Akana
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanbe Azukihara Buried Forest Museum | ||||
| たたら角炉伝承館 | ||||
| 三良坂平和美術館 | ||||
| 北広島町図書館大朝郷土資料室 | ||||
| 可部屋集成館 | ||||
| 島根県立三瓶自然館 | ||||
| 島根県立三瓶自然館サヒメル | ||||
| 広島県立みよし風土記の丘・広島県立歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 赤穴八幡宮資料館 | ||||
| 辻村寿三郎人形館 | ||||
| 邑南町郷土館 | ||||
| 鉄の歴史博物館 |
Libraries in Akana
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| かわもと図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 三次市立三良坂図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 三次市立作木図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 三次市立君田図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 三次市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 三次市立布野図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北広島町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 大田市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 安芸高田市立田園パラッツォ図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 庄原市立図書館口和分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 邑南町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 飯南町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Akana
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JA三次 | |||||
| 協同組合三次総合卸センター | |||||
| 風季舎昌平本家 |
Hotels in Akana
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Akana
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Akana
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Akana
7 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Akana
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Akana
14 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Osorakan Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yawata Highland 191 Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Geihoku Kokusai | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Osa Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Utopia Saioto | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Park Kanbiki | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mizuho Highland | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahi Tengston Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Snow Resort Nekoyama | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kotobiki Forest Park Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Dogoyama-Kougen Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kenmin no Mori Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ibukinosato Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Akana
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hiroshima Airport | HIJ | Large Airport |
| Izumo Enmusubi Airport | IZO | Medium Airport |
| Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base | YGJ | Medium Airport |
| Hoei Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Suginohaku Hobby Field Ultralightport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Akana
13 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Akana Post Office | |
| Hitsuta Post Office | |
| Kijima Post Office | |
| Kokonokaichi Summary Post Office | |
| Kuchiha Post Office | |
| Otsu Post Office | |
| Sakugi Post Office | |
| Tani Post Office | |
| Tombara Post Office | |
| Tsuga Post Office | |
| Tsugayuki Post Office | |
| Yokotani Post Office | |
| 谷郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Akana
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 和田八幡宮 | |
| 安楽寺 | |
| 都賀行八幡宮 | |
| 長徳寺 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Akana
What is the population of Akana?
Akana has a population of 4,577 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 133.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Akana expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,200, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $66,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $330 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Akana?
Akana has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.7 inches, with 4.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Akana?
The job market in Akana is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 146 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Akana?
The median home value in Akana is $66,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $330.