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Ako, Japan
Hyōgo · Japan
Ako is a small town in Hyōgo, Japan with a population of 0. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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A+Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.7597°, 134.3704° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hyōgo |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.3 inches (1,760 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.6 inches (14 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,400 |
| Median Age | 49.1 years |
About Ako
Ako is a small town in Japan (Hyōgo) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet (2 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Ako vs Japan Average
Income: Ako vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,400 |
| 56% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 0 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $94,000 |
| 67% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $470 |
| 60% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 0 |
Property Tax
Climate in Ako
Ako has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.0°F |
| 7% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 49.0 sq mi (126.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7597°N, 134.3704°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.3 m (37 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1927 | SW. HONSHU ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | 11.3 m | 3,022 | 115 km |
| 1711 | SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 1,000 | 61 km |
| 1510 | OSAKA BAY | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 96 km |
| 1808 | E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 103 km |
| 1995 | KOBE, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 6,434 | 67 km |
| 1791 | OASAKA BAY | Earthquake | — | — | 99 km |
| 1331 | OFF TANABE, WAKAYAMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | — | — | 140 km |
| 745 | OSAKA BAY, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | — | 87 km |
| 701 | SEA OF JAPAN | Earthquake | — | — | 140 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sanbesan (165 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sanbesan | Stratovolcano | 1,126 m (3,694 ft) | 650 | 165 km |
| Oki-Dogo | Shield | 151 m (495 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 5.3 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 5.6 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 8.3 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 7.3 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 8.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
Ako has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 36°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.5") and December the driest (1.5").
Schools in Ako
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 市立赤穂西小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 赤穂養護学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立日生南小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立大多府小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立塩屋小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立赤穂西中学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ako
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Ako
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akō City Museum of History | ||||
| Bizen City History and Folklore Museum | ||||
| Bizen City Museum of Art | ||||
| BIZEN Latin American Museum of Art | ||||
| Gishi Treasury | ||||
| Kakonoura Historical Museum | ||||
| Kei Fujiwara Art Museum | ||||
| MUROTSU MUSEUM OF FOLKLORE | ||||
| MUROTSU MUSEUM OF SEA POAT | ||||
| Oishi Shrine Historical Museum | ||||
| いきいき交流ふるさと館 | ||||
| うすくち龍野醤油資料館 | ||||
| こどもサイエンスひろば | ||||
| そうめんの里 | ||||
| たつの市立龍野歴史文化資料館 | ||||
| てつどう模型館 | ||||
| てつどう模型館レトロおもちゃ館 | ||||
| 上郡町郷土資料館 | ||||
| 備前市吉永美術館 | ||||
| 和気町役場 歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 和気町歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 和気町田原井堰資料館 | ||||
| 埋蔵文化財センター | ||||
| 夢二郷土美術館 夢二生家記念館 | ||||
| 太子町立歴史資料館 | ||||
| 宝物館 | ||||
| 山崎歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 旧中国銀行林野支店 | ||||
| 昭和館 | ||||
| 有年考古館 | ||||
| 桃井ミュージアム | ||||
| 海遊文化館 | ||||
| 瀬戸内市立美術館 | ||||
| 現代玩具博物館・オルゴール夢館 | ||||
| 相生市立歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 矢野勘治記念館 | ||||
| 竹久夢二生家 | ||||
| 興濱歴史資料館 | ||||
| 赤松の郷 昆虫文化館 | ||||
| 赤穂市立歴史博物館 | ||||
| 赤穂市立民俗資料館 | ||||
| 赤穂市立海洋科学館 | ||||
| 赤穂市立美術工芸館田淵記念館 | ||||
| 郷土芸能伝承館・獅子の館 | ||||
| 閑谷学校資料館 | ||||
| 霞城館 | ||||
| 須恵古代館 |
Libraries in Ako
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tatsuno Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| たつの市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| たつの市立新宮図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 佐用町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 備前市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 備前市立図書館吉永分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 備前市立図書館日生分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 和気町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 太子町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 太子町立歴史資料館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 姫路市立図書館網干分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 安富町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 宍粟市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 御津町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 相生市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 美作市立中央図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 美作市立英田図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 赤穂市立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ako
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| とれとれ市場 |
Hotels in Ako
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ako
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ako
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ako
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Ako
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ako
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Ako
11 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chikusa Highland Ski resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski & Board Resort Tsuguro Kogen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Banshu Tokura Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Wakasa Hyonosen Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hyounosen Kokusai Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hyper Bowl Tohachi | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hachikogen Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sky Valley Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hachi Kita Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Azo Koen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mikata Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Ako
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Okayama Momotaro Airport | OKJ | Large Airport |
| Takamatsu Airport | TAK | Large Airport |
| Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air Base | TKS | Large Airport |
| JGSDF Aonogahara East Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Aonogahara West Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Nihonbara Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kohnan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Suika Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yoshiigawa Eku Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ako
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ako Nishi Post Office | |
| Ako Otsu Post Office | |
| Ako Tenwa Post Office | |
| Kashirajima Post Office | |
| 福浦簡易郵便局 |
Treatment Centers in Ako
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| オアシス | ||
| カラダラボ |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ako
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 塩釜神社 | |
| 寒河八幡宮 | |
| 寺社 | |
| 聳香山法光寺 | |
| 龍神社 | |
| 龍神社本殿 |
Quick Facts
🇯🇵 About Japan
Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ako
Is Ako expensive to live in?
The median household income is $33,400, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $94,000 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $470 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Ako?
Ako enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 69.3 inches, with 5.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Ako?
The job market in Ako is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%.
How much does housing cost in Ako?
The median home value in Ako is $94,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $470.