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Amami, Japan
Kagoshima · Japan
Amami is a mid-size city in Kagoshima, Japan with a population of 41,390. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 41,390 |
| Population Density | 348 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | 28.3769°, 129.4938° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Kagoshima |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 101.3 inches (2,572 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,600 |
| Median Age | 50.0 years |
About Amami
Amami is a mid-size city in Japan (Kagoshima) with a population of 41,390. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Amami vs Japan Average
Income: Amami 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) | 1,324 |
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 | 16,556 |
Property Tax
Climate in Amami
Amami has an average annual temperature of 21.9°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.2°C), the coldest is Jan (14.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 2922 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.5°F |
| 29% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 157 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 119.0 sq mi (308.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 348/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.3769°N, 129.4938°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | - | 83 km |
| 1995 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.5 m | - | 71 km |
| 1901 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 89 km |
| 1911 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | 12 | 65 km |
| 1664 | TORISHIMA, RYUKYU ISLANDS | Astronomical | - | - | 135 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yokoate-jima (67 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yokoate-jima | Stratovolcano(es) | 495 m (1,624 ft) | 1835 | 67 km |
| Akusekijima | Stratovolcano(es) | 555 m (1,821 ft) | Unknown | 121 km |
| Io-Torishima | Complex | 212 m (696 ft) | 1968 | 136 km |
| Suwanosejima | Stratovolcano(es) | 796 m (2,612 ft) | 2020 | 142 km |
| Nakanoshima | Stratovolcano(es) | 979 m (3,212 ft) | 1914 | 169 km |
| Kuchinoshima | Stratovolcano(es) | 628 m (2,060 ft) | 1190 | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 6.3 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 7.4 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 9.7 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 12.3 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 15.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 8.7 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 6.9 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 7.6 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 5.3 in | Driest |
Amami has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 57°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 101.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (15.5") and December the driest (5.3").
Schools in Amami
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 市立伊津部小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立奄美小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立小宿中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立小宿小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立崎原中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立崎原小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立朝日小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立戸口小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 県立大島高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立名瀬小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立名瀬中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立朝日中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 県立奄美高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 鹿児島県立大島高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立金久中学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Amami
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Amami
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| りゅうがく館 | ||||
| 原野豊芸博物館 | ||||
| 奄美市歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 奄美市立奄美博物館 | ||||
| 奄美市立歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 奄美戦史模型資料館 | ||||
| 奄美文化センター | ||||
| 宇宿貝塚遺跡展示館 | ||||
| 瀬戸内町立郷土館 | ||||
| 田中一村記念美術館 |
Libraries in Amami
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 瀬戸内町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 鹿児島県立奄美図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Amami
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 名瀬中央青果 | |||||
| 名瀬中央青果 | |||||
| 末広市場 | |||||
| 永田橋市場 |
Hotels in Amami
16 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Amami
70 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Amami
15 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Amami
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Amami
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Amami
13 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Amami
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Amami
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Amami
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Amami
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Amami Airport | ASJ | Medium Airport |
| Kikai Airport | KKX | Medium Airport |
| Tokunoshima Airport | TKN | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Amami
10 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 名瀬佐大熊郵便局 | |
| 名瀬古田郵便局 | |
| 名瀬郵便局 | |
| 名瀬長浜簡易郵便局 | |
| 小宿郵便局 | |
| 小宿郵便局 | |
| 戸口簡易郵便局 | |
| 朝仁簡易郵便局 | |
| 永田橋郵便局 | |
| 浦上郵便局 |
Treatment Centers in Amami
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| 稲リハビリデイケアセンター |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Amami
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| カトリック古田町マリア教会 | |
| カトリック和光園教会 | |
| カトリック大熊教会 | |
| カトリック浦上教会 | |
| 大熊龍王神社 | |
| 念法眞教奄美念法寺 | |
| 有盛神社 | |
| 本薫寺大島別院 | |
| 東本願寺 | |
| 眞澄寺別院真如苑奄美布教所 | |
| 立安寺 | |
| 立安寺 | |
| 高千穂神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Amami
What is the population of Amami?
Amami has a population of 41,390 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 348 people per square mile, spread across 119.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Amami 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 Amami?
Amami enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 157 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 101.3 inches.
How is the job market in Amami?
The job market in Amami is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,324 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Amami?
The median home value in Amami is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.