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Aki-takata, Japan

Hiroshima · Japan

Aki-takata is a mid-size city in Hiroshima, Japan with a population of 32,323. Elevation: 722 ft (220 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
32,323 Population 148/sq mi density
722 ft Elevation 220 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
67.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$32,400 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$32,400 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,000 home value, $420/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population32,323
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density148/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,400
Unemployment2.4%

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,000
Rent$420
Housing Units12,929

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain67.5 in/yr
Sunny Days214/yr
Elevation722 ft (220 m)
Population32,323
Population Density148 / sq mi
Elevation722 ft (220 m)
Coordinates34.6742°, 132.6819°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHiroshima
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation67.5 inches (1,714 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,400
Median Age47.8 years

About Aki-takata

Aki-takata is a mid-size city in Japan (Hiroshima) with a population of 32,323. The city sits at an elevation of 722 feet (220 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Aki-takata has a population of 32,323 with a density of 148 people per square mile, spread across 218.9 square miles. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

32,323
Total Population
148
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above Japan avg
218.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Aki-takata vs Japan Average

The median household income in Aki-takata is $32,400, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,034 business establishments.

Income: Aki-takata vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,400
57% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)1,034

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Aki-takata is $84,000, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $420 (64% below the national average of $1,163). There are 12,929 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,000
70% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$420
64% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units12,929

Property Tax

Climate in Aki-takata

Aki-takata has an average annual temperature of 14°C (57°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.1°C), the coldest is Jan (2.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1699 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.7°C / 37°F -4° / 13.4° 60.4
Feb 3.8°C / 39°F -3.9° / 15.3° 70.8
Mar 7.7°C / 46°F -2.8° / 20.1° 121.3
Apr 11.9°C / 53°F -0.3° / 23.5° 161.0
May 16.6°C / 62°F 4.8° / 27.2° 164.5
Jun 20.9°C / 70°F 11.4° / 29.7° 227.5
Jul 24.8°C / 77°F 18.1° / 32.4° 310.2
Aug 26.1°C / 79°F 18.9° / 32.9° 200.8
Sep 22.8°C / 73°F 13.6° / 30.8° 151.6
Oct 16°C / 61°F 6° / 26.6° 92.6
Nov 10.5°C / 51°F 0.7° / 21.8° 83.7
Dec 4.3°C / 40°F -3.1° / 15.7° 54.6
Aki-takata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 214 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 722 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above Japan avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days214 days/yr

Geography

Elevation722 ft (220 m)
Area218.9 sq mi (566.8 km²)
Population Density148/sq mi
Coordinates34.6742°N, 132.6819°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.5"
78% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.92"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

100 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 29, 2025.

Mar 24, 2001 16 km SSW of Kure, Japan M6.8 67 km
Oct 6, 2000 8 km ESE of Matsue, Japan M6.7 96 km
Mar 13, 2014 32 km SSW of Hikari, Japan M6.3 135 km
Jun 25, 1997 17 km E of Hagi, Japan M5.9 104 km
Apr 8, 2018 8 km NNE of ?dach?-?da, Japan M5.7 66 km
Aug 28, 1991 9 km SSW of Yasugich?, Japan M5.5 88 km
Oct 8, 2000 32 km N of Sh?bara, Japan M5.4 62 km
Sep 3, 1997 21 km S of Yasugich?, Japan M5.3 78 km
Sep 16, 2002 24 km SW of Kurayoshi, Japan M5.3 110 km
Oct 8, 2000 8 km SSW of Yonago, Japan M5.2 96 km
Jul 17, 2021 29 km NE of Kitsuki, Japan M5.2 142 km
Mar 25, 2001 22 km WNW of H?j?, Japan M5.2 74 km
Apr 26, 2007 15 km ESE of Niihama, Japan M5.1 111 km
Jan 3, 1991 22 km W of ?zu, Japan M5.0 136 km
Aug 14, 1993 19 km SW of ?zu, Japan M5.0 148 km
Jun 3, 2011 9 km ENE of G?tsuch?, Japan M5.0 51 km
Aug 30, 1993 16 km WSW of ?zu, Japan M4.9 141 km
Feb 26, 2024 18 km N of Yawatahama, Japan M4.9 120 km
Jan 9, 2001 40 km W of ?zu, Japan M4.9 133 km
Jun 18, 2021 1 km ENE of ?zu, Japan M4.9 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

46 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Lan (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 1 298 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 1 226 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 1 275 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 276 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 201 km
2018 Trami Category 1 228 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 185 km
2017 Noru Category 1 199 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 222 km
2015 Goni Category 3 164 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 239 km
2014 Halong Category 1 195 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 198 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 275 km
2007 Usagi Category 2 105 km
2007 Man-yi Category 1 220 km
2006 Shanshan Category 1 223 km
2005 Nabi Category 2 135 km
2004 Songda Category 2 82 km
2004 Chaba Category 2 67 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 82 km
1872 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 3.0 m 804 67 km
1711 SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 1,000 128 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sanbesan (52 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sanbesan Stratovolcano 1,126 m (3,694 ft) 650 52 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 101 km
Oki-Dogo Shield 151 m (495 ft) Unknown 177 km
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 3.4 in
March 44°F (7°C) 4.3 in
April 54°F (12°C) 5.6 in
May 63°F (17°C) 5.7 in
June 70°F (21°C) 9.9 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 9.9 in
August 79°F (26°C) 6.0 in Warmest
September 71°F (22°C) 8.3 in
October 61°F (16°C) 4.7 in
November 51°F (10°C) 3.3 in
December 42°F (5°C) 2.9 in Driest

Aki-takata has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 37°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 67.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.9") and December the driest (2.9").

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Schools in Aki-takata

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立甲田中学校
市立郷野小学校
県立高宮高等学校
県立向原高等学校
県立吉田高等学校
市立高宮中学校
市立船佐小学校
市立美土里小学校
市立美土里中学校
市立甲立小学校
市立井原小学校
市立来原小学校
市立小田東小学校
市立小田小学校
市立向原小学校
市立向原中学校
市立吉田小学校
市立吉田中学校
市立可愛小学校
市立刈田小学校
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Radio Stations near Aki-takata

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Aki-takata

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Glass Village
北広島町図書館大朝郷土資料室
安芸高田市吉田歴史民俗資料館
広島県立みよし風土記の丘・広島県立歴史民俗資料館
東広島市八本松歴史民俗資料館
東広島市立美術館
西条四日市歴史研究展示室
辻村寿三郎人形館
邑南町郷土館

Libraries in Aki-takata

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
三次市立三和図書館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
北広島町千代田図書館0.0
北広島町図書館0.0
安芸高田市立八千代図書館0.0
安芸高田市立吉田図書館0.0
安芸高田市立向原図書館0.0
安芸高田市立田園パラッツォ図書館0.0
安芸高田市立甲田図書館0.0
安芸高田市立美土里図書館0.0
広島市立まんが図書館安佐閲覧室0.0
広島市立まんが図書館安佐閲覧室0.0
広島市立安佐北区図書館0.0
広島市立安佐南区図書館0.0
広島市立安佐南区図書館0.0
庄原市立図書館口和分館0.0
東広島市立サンスクエア児童青少年図書館0.0
東広島市立サンスクエア児童青少年図書館0.0
東広島市立河内こども図書館0.0
邑南町立図書館0.0
邑南町立図書館石見分館0.0

Farmers Markets in Aki-takata

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
JA三次
協同組合三次総合卸センター
風季舎昌平本家

Theatres in Aki-takata

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

神楽ドーム

Monuments in Aki-takata

10 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

土塁跡
堀切
堀切
妙寿寺曲輪群
尾崎丸
旧本城跡
毛利公居館跡
羽子の丸跡
蓮池
薬研掘跡

Castles in Aki-takata

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Yoshida-Kōriyama Castle

Train Stations in Aki-takata

6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ibaraichi
Kami-Mita
Kotachi
Mukaihara
Shiwaguchi
Yoshidaguchi

Gas Stations in Aki-takata

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
JP #1440038705
JP #1630963051

Shopping Malls in Aki-takata

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

you me town

Breweries in Aki-takata

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
亀齢酒造(株)
亀齢酒造(株)

Ski Resorts Near Aki-takata

13 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

Airports Near Aki-takata

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hiroshima AirportHIJLarge Airport
Iwakuni Kintaikyo AirportIWKMedium Airport
Izumo Enmusubi AirportIZOMedium Airport
Hoei AirstripSmall Airport
Suginohaku Hobby Field UltralightportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Aki-takata

18 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ariho Summary Post Office
Eno Post Office
Ibara Post Office
Karita Post Office
Kita Post Office
Koda Post Office
Kuruhara Post Office
Midori Hongo Post Office
Miwa Post Office
Mukaihara Post Office
Oda Post Office
Shiya Post Office
Takamiya Post Office
Tampi Post Office
Yokota Post Office
Yoshida Irie Post Office
Yoshida Post Office
高南郵便局

Treatment Centers in Aki-takata

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
桝本産婦人科医院

Churches & Religious Organizations in Aki-takata

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

🇯🇵 About Japan

Capital Tokyo
Population 126,529,100
Area 377,835 km²
GDP (USD) $4,213,167,237,906
GDP per capita $33,836
HDI 0.925
Life expectancy 84.0 years
Internet users 87.0%
Urban population 92.1%
Currency JPY (Yen)
Languages Japanese
Calling code +81
TLD .jp
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Japan

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day 元日
Jan 12 Coming of Age Day 成人の日
Feb 11 Foundation Day 建国記念の日
Feb 23 The Emperor's Birthday 天皇誕生日
Mar 20 Vernal Equinox Day 春分の日
Apr 29 Shōwa Day 昭和の日
May 4 Greenery Day みどりの日
May 5 Children's Day こどもの日
May 6 Constitution Memorial Day 憲法記念日
Jul 20 Marine Day 海の日
Aug 11 Mountain Day 山の日
Sep 21 Respect for the Aged Day 敬老の日
Sep 23 Autumnal Equinox Day 秋分の日
Oct 12 Sports Day スポーツの日
Nov 3 Culture Day 文化の日
Nov 23 Labour Thanksgiving Day 勤労感謝の日

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aki-takata

What is the population of Aki-takata?

Aki-takata has a population of 32,323 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 148 people per square mile, spread across 218.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Aki-takata expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,400, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $84,000 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $420 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Aki-takata?

Aki-takata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 214 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.5 inches.

How is the job market in Aki-takata?

The job market in Aki-takata is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,034 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Aki-takata?

The median home value in Aki-takata is $84,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $420.

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