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Akaren, Japan
Kagoshima · Japan
Akaren is a small city in Kagoshima, Japan with a population of 6,629. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
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People
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A+Climate
| Population | 6,629 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 28.3167°, 129.9333° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Kagoshima |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 102.7 inches (2,609 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,600 |
| Median Age | 50.0 years |
About Akaren
Akaren is a small city in Japan (Kagoshima) with a population of 6,629. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 102.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Akaren vs Japan Average
Income: Akaren vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,600 |
| 65% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 212 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $64,000 |
| 77% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $320 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 2,652 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.4°F |
| 32% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 155 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 722.1 sq mi (1,870.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.3167°N, 129.9333°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.6 m (8 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1995 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.6 m | — | 49 km |
| 1995 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 33 km |
| 1901 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 50 km |
| 1911 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | 12 | 36 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yokoate-jima (106 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yokoate-jima | Stratovolcano(es) | 495 m (1,624 ft) | 1835 | 106 km |
| Akusekijima | Stratovolcano(es) | 555 m (1,821 ft) | Unknown | 132 km |
| Suwanosejima | Stratovolcano(es) | 796 m (2,612 ft) | 2020 | 149 km |
| Nakanoshima | Stratovolcano(es) | 979 m (3,212 ft) | 1914 | 172 km |
| Io-Torishima | Complex | 212 m (696 ft) | 1968 | 175 km |
| Kuchinoshima | Stratovolcano(es) | 628 m (2,060 ft) | 1190 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 6.5 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 7.7 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 9.8 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 12.6 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 15.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 8.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (29°C) | 8.4 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 7.1 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 7.9 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 5.4 in | Driest |
Akaren has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 59°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 102.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (15.5") and December the driest (5.4").
Schools in Akaren
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立上嘉鉄小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立坂嶺小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立小野津小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立志戸桶小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 旧早町小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立湾小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 滝川小学校 跡地 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立第一中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立第二中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立荒木小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立阿伝小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 県立喜界高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立早町小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Akaren
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Akaren
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 奄美市歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 奄美市立歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 宇宿貝塚遺跡展示館 | ||||
| 田中一村記念美術館 |
Libraries in Akaren
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 喜界町図書館 | 0.0 |
Cafes in Akaren
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Akaren
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Akaren
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Amami Airport | ASJ | Medium Airport |
| Kikai Airport | KKX | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Akaren
10 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 上嘉鉄郵便局 | |
| 喜界赤連簡易郵便局 | |
| 喜界郵便局 | |
| 坂嶺郵便局 | |
| 小野津郵便局 | |
| 志戸桶簡易郵便局 | |
| 早町郵便局 | |
| 滝川簡易郵便局 | |
| 花良治簡易郵便局 | |
| 荒木簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Akaren
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 保食神社 | |
| 保食神社 | |
| 保食神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Akaren
What is the population of Akaren?
Akaren has a population of 6,629 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 722.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Akaren expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,600, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $64,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $320 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 Akaren?
Akaren has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 155 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 102.7 inches.
How is the job market in Akaren?
The job market in Akaren is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 212 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Akaren?
The median home value in Akaren is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.