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Amaji, Japan

Hyōgo · Japan

Amaji is a small city in Hyōgo, Japan with a population of 11,231. Elevation: 292 ft (89 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
11,231 Population 321/sq mi density
292 ft Elevation 89 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
55.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$33,400 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$33,400 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,000 home value, $470/mo rent

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About Amaji

Amaji

Amaji Station is a passenger railway station located in the town of Ichikawa, Kanzaki District, Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan, operated by West Japan Railway Company.

People

Population11,231
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density321/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$33,400
Unemployment2.7%

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,000
Rent$470
Housing Units4,492

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain55.1 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Population11,231
Population Density321 / sq mi
Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Coordinates34.9915°, 134.7585°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHyōgo
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation55.1 inches (1,400 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$33,400
Median Age47.8 years

About Amaji

Amaji is a small city in Japan (Hyōgo) with a population of 11,231. The city sits at an elevation of 292 feet (89 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Amaji has a population of 11,231 with a density of 321 people per square mile, spread across 35.0 square miles. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,231
Total Population
321
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above Japan avg
35.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Amaji vs Japan Average

The median household income in Amaji is $33,400, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 359 business establishments.

Income: Amaji vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,400
56% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)359

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Amaji is $94,000, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $470 (60% below the national average of $1,163). There are 4,492 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

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 Units4,492

Property Tax

Climate in Amaji

Amaji 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / 9.6° 0.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / 9.8° 0.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / 13.7° 0.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / 19.2° 0.0
May 0°C / 32°F - / 24.4° 0.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / 27.1° 0.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / 30.9° 0.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / 33.1° 0.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / 29.6° 0.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / 23.6° 0.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / 17.1° 0.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / 11.4° 0.0
Amaji enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 292 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above Japan avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Geography

Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Area35.0 sq mi (90.6 km²)
Population Density321/sq mi
Coordinates34.9915°N, 134.7585°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.1"
45% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.99"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

261 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 29, 2025.

Jan 16, 1995 8 km S of Akashi, Japan M6.9 51 km
Apr 11, 1990 11 km ENE of Maizuru, Japan M6.1 83 km
Apr 12, 2013 6 km WNW of Sumoto, Japan M5.8 70 km
Aug 7, 1992 21 km N of Miyazu, Japan M5.8 89 km
Aug 20, 1999 22 km SE of Kainan, Japan M5.7 123 km
Aug 28, 1991 9 km SSW of Yasugich?, Japan M5.5 146 km
Jun 17, 2018 near the south coast of western Honshu, Japan M5.5 82 km
Apr 21, 2000 27 km NNE of Maizuru, Japan M5.5 100 km
Sep 24, 2003 5 km WNW of Ayabe, Japan M5.4 54 km
Sep 3, 1997 21 km S of Yasugich?, Japan M5.3 143 km
Jan 11, 2001 15 km E of Tottori, Japan M5.3 63 km
Sep 16, 2002 24 km SW of Kurayoshi, Japan M5.3 105 km
Mar 13, 2019 22 km ESE of Anan, Japan M5.2 132 km
Jan 30, 1996 67 km NNE of Miyazu, Japan M5.2 137 km
Oct 8, 2000 8 km SSW of Yonago, Japan M5.2 138 km
Apr 15, 2007 11 km ENE of Ueno-ebisumachi, Japan M5.1 137 km
Mar 16, 1999 10 km WNW of Kitahama, Japan M5.1 100 km
May 28, 1994 12 km WNW of Nagahama, Japan M5.1 133 km
Apr 16, 1994 16 km ENE of Maizuru, Japan M5.0 89 km
Jan 16, 1995 20 km SW of Akashi, Japan M5.0 50 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 2 168 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 78 km
2018 Trami Category 1 149 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 44 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 221 km
2017 Lan Category 1 286 km
2017 Noru Category 1 115 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 270 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 225 km
2014 Halong Category 1 259 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 216 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 266 km
2011 Roke Category 3 223 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 155 km
2009 Melor Category 1 202 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 231 km
2007 Usagi Category 2 261 km
2004 Songda Category 2 226 km
2004 Chaba Category 1 124 km
2003 Etau Category 2 62 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

10 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 74 km
1711 SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 1,000 104 km
1510 OSAKA BAY Earthquake 2.0 m - 73 km
1909 ANEGAWA, JAPAN Earthquake 1.8 m 41 147 km
1808 E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 1.5 m - 121 km
1995 KOBE, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 6,434 53 km
1791 OASAKA BAY Earthquake - - 80 km
1331 OFF TANABE, WAKAYAMA PREFECTURE Earthquake - - 149 km
745 OSAKA BAY, JAPAN Earthquake - - 66 km
701 SEA OF JAPAN Earthquake - - 98 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Oki-Dogo (184 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Oki-Dogo Shield 151 m (495 ft) Unknown 184 km
Sanbesan Stratovolcano 1,126 m (3,694 ft) 650 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in
March 44°F (7°C) 3.8 in
April 55°F (13°C) 5.1 in
May 63°F (17°C) 5.5 in
June 70°F (21°C) 8.0 in Wettest
July 78°F (25°C) 6.6 in
August 80°F (27°C) 4.1 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 8.0 in
October 62°F (16°C) 4.4 in
November 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
December 42°F (6°C) 1.8 in Driest

Amaji has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 38°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.0") and December the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Amaji

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
町立小畑小学校 - - - -
Seka Lower Secondary School - - - -
Seka Elementary School - - - -
町立高岡小学校 - - - -
町立鶴居中学校 - - - -
町立鶴居小学校 - - - -
私立市川高等学校 - - - -
市川町立川辺小学校 - - - -
市立前之庄小学校 - - - -
市立鹿谷中学校 - - - -
県立夢前高等学校 - - - -
市川町立 市川中学校 - - - -
市川町立 甘地小学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Amaji

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Amaji

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ancient Mirror Exhibition Hall, Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Archaeology Kasai Branch
Hemeiji City Shosha Art and Craft Museum
Himeji City Buried Cultural Properties Center
Himeji City Museum of Art
Himeji City Museum of Literature
Himeji Historical Peace Center
Hyogo Perfectural Museum of History
Ichijō-ji Treasure Hall
Japan Toy Museum
Kanzaki Country Museum of History and Folklore
Koko-en History Exhibit
Ono City Museum
Sora Kasai : Kasai City Community Revitalization Base Facility
Western Bailey Corridor
あかりの鹿児資料館
あかりの鹿児資料館
あさご芸術の森美術館
あずきミュージアム
うすくち龍野醤油資料館
えばらの森 かぶと虫ドーム
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
三木市埋蔵文化財展示室
三木市立堀光美術館
三木市立金物資料館
但陽美術館
但陽美術館東館
加古川流域滝野歴史民俗資料館
史跡・生野銀山と生野鉱物館
圓山記念日本工藝美術館
埋蔵文化財センター
多可町立杉原紙研究所
太子町立歴史資料館
姫路科学館
宍粟市歴史資料館
山崎歴史民俗資料館
手柄山交流ステーション
播州織工房館
播磨黒田武士の館
朝来歴史民俗資料館 旧井上家住宅
松風ギャラリー
柳田國男・松岡家顕彰会記念館
水の館
生野資料館
矢野勘治記念館
稲美町郷土資料館
総合文化センター
興濱歴史資料館
西脇市岡之山美術館
西脇市立鍛冶屋線市原駅記念館
西脇市郷土資料館
西脇経緯度地球科学館
銀の馬車道交流館
鍛冶屋線記念館
霞城館
香寺民俗資料館
高砂通運旧本店 高砂町歴史資料館

Libraries in Amaji

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
City Library0.0
City Library Takino Buranch0.0
Himeji City, Koudera a branch library0.0
Kasai City Library0.0
Katō City Library0.0
Science Information Center0.0
Tatsuno Public Library0.0
いちかわ図書館0.0
たつの市立図書館0.0
たつの市立新宮図書館0.0
三木市立中央図書館0.0
兵庫県立大学姫路環境人間学術情報館0.0
加古川ウェルネスパーク図書館0.0
加古川ウェルネスパーク図書館0.0
加古川図書館0.0
加古川図書館0.0
図書コミュニティ公園 桜空0.0
図書情報センター0.0
図書館0.0
多可町図書館0.0
太子町立図書館0.0
太子町立歴史資料館0.0
姫路市立図書館夢前分館0.0
姫路市立図書館安室分館0.0
姫路市立図書館広畑分館0.0
姫路市立図書館手柄分館0.0
姫路市立図書館東光分館0.0
姫路市立図書館東分館0.0
姫路市立図書館東分館0.0
姫路市立図書館白浜分館0.0
姫路市立図書館網干分館0.0
姫路市立図書館花北分館0.0
姫路市立図書館青山分館0.0
姫路市立図書館飾磨分館0.0
姫路市立図書館香寺分館0.0
姫路市立城内図書館0.0
安富町立図書館0.0
宍粟市立図書館0.0
市立中央図書館0.0
市立中央図書館0.0
御津町立図書館0.0
福崎町立図書館0.0
稲美町立図書館0.0
西脇市図書館0.0
高砂市立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Amaji

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
兵庫県西部合同植木セリ市場
自由空間

Hotels in Amaji

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Refresh Park Ichikawa
かさがた温泉
まるお旅館

Restaurants in Amaji

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

割烹 あまじ助六
繁乃家

Cafes in Amaji

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ひまわり

Theatres in Amaji

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

市川町文化センター

Clinics in Amaji

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

大野整形外科
田隅内科

Dentists in Amaji

3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

吉本歯科
多月歯科医院
山口歯科医院

Train Stations in Amaji

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amaji
Tsurui

Bus Stations in Amaji

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

神姫バス 前之庄出張所

Gas Stations in Amaji

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mobil

Banks in Amaji

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JA兵庫西 市川店
JA兵庫西前之庄支店
但陽信用金庫 甘地支店

Golf Courses in Amaji

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

フォレスト市川GC

Breweries in Amaji

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brew Pub Blanca/加古川麦酒製造所
Brew Pub Blanca/加古川麦酒製造所
Kogane
姫路鳩屋麦酒グランフェスタ店

Stadiums & Teams in Amaji

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Amaji

13 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Chikusa Highland Ski resort 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 - - -
Ojiro Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
UP Kannabe Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tajima Farm Park Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Amaji

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kansai International AirportKIXLarge Airport
Kobe AirportUKBLarge Airport
Osaka Itami International AirportITMLarge Airport
Konotori Tajima AirportTJHMedium Airport
Tottori Sand Dunes Conan AirportTTJMedium Airport
JGSDF Aonogahara East Airstrip-Small Airport
JGSDF Aonogahara West Airstrip-Small Airport
JGSDF Nihonbara Airfield-Small Airport
JGSDF Osadano Airstrip-Small Airport
JGSDF Shinodayama Airfield-Small Airport
Yoshiigawa Eku Gliderport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Amaji

7 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Fukusaki Takaoka Post Office
Ichikawa Misa Post Office
Ichikawa Post Office
Ichikawa Seka Post Office
Obata Post Office
Yakata Post Office
夢前郵便局

Treatment Centers in Amaji

65 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Hiramatsu Eye Clinic
Iwasawa Clinic
Kimura Eye Clinic
Matsuno Eye Clinic
あだちこども診療所
オアシス
かとうクリニック
きたうらクリニック
クリニックたまえ
こもれび心療クリニック
さかい眼科
さくらぎ小児科
ササモト医院
さわたり循環器科内科
ちくご・ひらまつ産婦人科医院
つくだ整形外科
つむぎ整骨院
つむら循環器内科クリニック
はり内科クリニック
はるか訪問看護ステーション
ふせ耳鼻咽喉科
まつだ耳鼻科
よしだ耳鼻咽喉科クリニック
三木内科クリニック
三郎記念クリニック
中山小児科
中田医院
住吉医院
八木医院
前田眼科
原田外科胃腸科医院
友田神経内科
大森整形外科医院
大西医院
大谷医院
天野内科クリニック
小田整形外科医院
小野耳鼻咽喉科
尾上整形外科
山本可菜子 皮膚科クリニック
山本整形外科
川井整形外科
川森医院
平成泌尿器科クリニック
松本医院
枝川内科胃腸科医院
森内科医院
永田泌尿器科
泉外科医院
渡辺眼科
田中泌尿器科医院
眼科多木医院
矢野内科医院
矢野産婦人科
秋山内科医院
秦耳鼻咽喉科
織田医院
金村胃腸科外科
関島産婦人科医院
阪本医院
飯尾内科医院
高嶋内科
魚川医院
鹿岳胃腸科・内科
黒石整形外科

Churches & Religious Organizations in Amaji

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kongōjō-ji
ōshō-ji
八正神社
天神社
小山神社
御子神社
津谷神社
熊野神社
田賀神社
西誓寺
豊岡八幡神社

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Amaji

What is the population of Amaji?

Amaji has a population of 11,231 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 321 people per square mile, spread across 35.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Amaji 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 Amaji?

Amaji enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.1 inches.

How is the job market in Amaji?

The job market in Amaji is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 359 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Amaji?

The median home value in Amaji is $94,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $470.

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