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Anan, Japan

Tokushima · Japan

Anan is a mid-size city in Tokushima, Japan with a population of 70,285. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
70,285 Population 652/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
69.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,400 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$28,400 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population70,285
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density652/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,400
Unemployment2.4%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units28,114

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain69.1 in/yr
Sunny Days211/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population70,285
Population Density652 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates33.9167°, 134.6500°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceTokushima
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation69.1 inches (1,754 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,400
Median Age51.0 years

About Anan

Anan is a mid-size city in Japan (Tokushima) with a population of 70,285. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Anan has a population of 70,285 with a density of 652 people per square mile, spread across 107.9 square miles. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

70,285
Total Population
652
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above Japan avg
107.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Anan vs Japan Average

The median household income in Anan is $28,400, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 26 business establishments, including 1 restaurants.

Income: Anan vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,400
62% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)26

Business (County)

Restaurants1
Healthcare9
Retail6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Anan is $68,000, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $340 (71% below the national average of $1,163). There are 28,114 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,000
76% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$340
71% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units28,114

Property Tax

Climate in Anan

Anan has an average annual temperature of 17.1°C (63°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.6°C), the coldest is Jan (6.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1597 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6.4°C / 44°F 2.9° / 10° 34.5
Feb 7.1°C / 45°F 3.3° / 10.9° 57.2
Mar 10.2°C / 50°F 6° / 14.3° 89.9
Apr 14.8°C / 59°F 10.3° / 19.4° 111.9
May 19.6°C / 67°F 15.4° / 23.9° 144.6
Jun 23.3°C / 74°F 19.9° / 26.7° 198.7
Jul 27.2°C / 81°F 23.8° / 30.6° 181.2
Aug 28.6°C / 83°F 25° / 32.3° 193.0
Sep 25°C / 77°F 21.4° / 28.5° 261.2
Oct 19.6°C / 67°F 15.9° / 23.2° 177.1
Nov 14°C / 57°F 10.1° / 17.8° 86.7
Dec 8.9°C / 48°F 5.2° / 12.6° 61.3
Anan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above Japan avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days211 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area107.9 sq mi (279.4 km²)
Population Density652/sq mi
Coordinates33.9167°N, 134.6500°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 69.1"
82% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.54"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

218 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.2 on Mar 6, 2025.

Jan 16, 1995 8 km S of Akashi, Japan M6.9 81 km
Apr 12, 2013 6 km WNW of Sumoto, Japan M5.8 53 km
Jun 1, 1998 17 km SW of Owase, Japan M5.8 133 km
Aug 20, 1999 22 km SE of Kainan, Japan M5.7 71 km
Jun 17, 2018 near the south coast of western Honshu, Japan M5.5 136 km
Mar 13, 2019 22 km ESE of Anan, Japan M5.2 22 km
Apr 14, 2000 10 km SSW of Tanabe, Japan M5.1 67 km
Oct 20, 1991 45 km SSW of Tanabe, Japan M5.1 85 km
Apr 26, 2007 15 km ESE of Niihama, Japan M5.1 111 km
Jan 16, 1995 20 km SW of Akashi, Japan M5.0 72 km
Jun 20, 2023 8 km E of Shingū, Japan M5.0 133 km
Jul 5, 2011 12 km NNW of Gob?, Japan M5.0 45 km
Oct 13, 1995 10 km ESE of Akashi, Japan M4.9 88 km
Dec 22, 1994 6 km NNW of Takatsuki, Japan M4.9 140 km
Sep 28, 1990 24 km NNW of Kariya, Japan M4.9 120 km
Aug 22, 1994 39 km S of Anan, Japan M4.9 40 km
Jun 16, 2022 5 km S of Komatsushimach?, Japan M4.9 8 km
Jul 20, 2010 8 km WSW of Hashimoto, Japan M4.9 91 km
Feb 21, 2011 12 km NNW of Tanabe, Japan M4.9 63 km
Oct 4, 2011 14 km SW of Wakimachi, Japan M4.8 57 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

53 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lan (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 2 100 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 14 km
2018 Trami Category 1 80 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 25 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 234 km
2017 Lan Category 2 243 km
2017 Noru Category 1 38 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 164 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 107 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 123 km
2014 Halong Category 1 162 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 148 km
2011 Roke Category 4 162 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 36 km
2009 Melor Category 1 162 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 126 km
2007 Man-yi Category 1 219 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 266 km
2004 Ma-on Category 4 249 km
2004 Songda Category 2 272 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

16 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 28.0 m (92 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1854 NANKAIDO Earthquake 28.0 m 3,000 96 km
1707 NANKAIDO Earthquake 25.7 m 5,000 81 km
1605 NANKAIDO Earthquake 10.0 m 5,000 105 km
1946 HONSHU: S COAST Earthquake 6.6 m 1,362 146 km
1711 SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 1,000 74 km
1510 OSAKA BAY Earthquake 2.0 m - 103 km
1808 E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 1.5 m - 14 km
1948 TOKAIDO Earthquake 0.6 m - 127 km
1995 KOBE, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 6,434 84 km
1791 OASAKA BAY Earthquake - - 95 km
1498 NANKAIDO Earthquake - - 69 km
1361 NANKAIDO Earthquake - 660 107 km
1331 OFF TANABE, WAKAYAMA PREFECTURE Earthquake - - 56 km
1099 NANKAIDO Earthquake - - 129 km
887 NANKAIDO Earthquake - - 118 km
745 OSAKA BAY, JAPAN Earthquake - - 97 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 42°F (6°C) 2.6 in
March 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in
April 58°F (14°C) 6.3 in
May 65°F (18°C) 6.6 in
June 72°F (22°C) 10.2 in
July 79°F (26°C) 7.3 in
August 81°F (27°C) 7.1 in Warmest
September 74°F (24°C) 11.5 in Wettest
October 64°F (18°C) 5.9 in
November 55°F (13°C) 4.0 in
December 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in Driest

Anan has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 42°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 69.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.5") and December the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Anan

37 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
阿南市立新野小学校 - - - -
阿南市立羽ノ浦小学校 - - - -
阿南市立横見小学校 - - - -
阿南市立大野小学校 - - - -
阿南市立橘小学校 - - - -
阿南市立桑野小学校 - - - -
阿南市立見能林小学校 - - - -
阿南市立山口小学校 - - - -
阿南市立中野島小学校 - - - -
阿南市立新野東小学校 - - - -
阿南市立岩脇小学校 - - - -
阿南市立長生小学校 - - - -
阿南市立津乃峰小学校 - - - -
阿南市立椿小学校 - - - -
阿南市立椿泊小学校 - - - -
阿南市立平島小学校 - - - -
阿南市立今津小学校 - - - -
阿南市立福井小学校 - - - -
阿南市立宝田小学校 - - - -
阿南市立那賀川中学校 - - - -
徳島県立富岡東高等学校 - - - -
徳島県立富岡東中学校 - - - -
阿南市立富岡小学校 - - - -
徳島県立南部テクノスクール - - - -
徳島県立富岡西高等学校 - - - -
徳島県立阿南光高等学校宝田キャンパス - - - -
徳島県立阿南光高等学校新野キャンパス - - - -
徳島県立富岡東高等学校羽ノ浦校 - - - -
徳島県立阿南支援学校 - - - -
阿南市立阿南第二中学校 - - - -
阿南市立新野中学校 - - - -
阿南市立椿町中学校 - - - -
阿南市立阿南中学校 - - - -
阿南市立阿南第一中学校 - - - -
阿南市立福井中学校 - - - -
阿南市立羽ノ浦中学校 - - - -
阿南自動車学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Anan

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Anan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aizumi Town History Museum Ai no Yakata
Anan Science Center
Hiwasa Sea Turtle Museum
Moraes Museum
The Naruto German House
Tokushima Castle Museum
Tokushima City Archaeological Museum
Tokushima Prefectural Museum of Literature and Calligraphy
ネイチャーセンター(徳島県立佐那河内いきものふれあいの里)
彩りの館
徳島市天狗久資料館
徳島県立あすたむらんど子ども科学館
徳島県立博物館
徳島県立文書館
徳島県立近代美術館
徳島県立鳥居龍蔵記念博物館
徳島県郷土文化会館阿波木偶資料館
松茂町歴史民俗資料館・人形浄瑠璃芝居資料館
相生森林美術館
貝の資料館「モラスコむぎ」
賀川豊彦記念館
那賀町山のおもちゃ美術館
阿南市立阿波公方・民俗資料館
阿波おどり会館・阿波おどりミュージアム
阿波十郎兵衛屋敷

Libraries in Anan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
佐那河内村立図書館0.0
勝浦町立図書館0.0
北島町立図書館・創世ホール0.0
徳島大学付属図書館0.0
徳島大学付属図書館 蔵本分館0.0
徳島市立図書館0.0
徳島市立図書館0.0
徳島県立図書館0.0
日和佐町立図書・資料館0.0
松茂町立図書館0.0
板野町文化の館・図書館0.0
牟岐町立図書館0.0
生涯学習センター小松島市立図書館0.0
生涯学習センター小松島市立図書館0.0
羽ノ浦町図書館0.0
那賀川町立図書館0.0
阿南市立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Anan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
みはらしの丘あいさい広場
徳島中央卸売市場
徳島花市場
徳島花市場

Hotels in Anan

25 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Super Hotel
Super Hotel
YMCA阿南国際海洋センター
あたらしや
あなんステーションホテル
えびすや旅館
えもと
かもだ岬温泉保養センター
じょう旅館
つばき荘
ビジネスイン魚井
ビジネスホテル丸の内
ふたば
ベイサイドホテル龍宮
ホテルルートイン阿南
ロイヤルガーデンホテル
入船旅館
山茶花
桧垣旅館
椿活珍亭
椿自然園
玉梅旅館
阿南民宿みゆき荘
阿南第一ホテル GP
阿南第一ホテルアネックス

Restaurants in Anan

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gohanya Ananshokudo
麺場 水や

Cafes in Anan

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

シャラの樹Ⅱ
大菩薩峠

Theatres in Anan

2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

阿南市市民会館
阿南市文化会館 夢ホール

Monuments in Anan

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

たちばな観音
四国最東端

Zoos in Anan

2 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

学習舎(徳島県立出島野鳥公園)
徳島県立出島野鳥公園

Train Stations in Anan

9 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anan
Aratano
Awa-Fukui
Awa-Nakashima
Awa-Tachibana
Hanoura
Kuwano
Minobayashi
Nishibara

Bus Stations in Anan

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

橘営業所

Gas Stations in Anan

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JP #298339872
JP #298339923
JP #298376906
JP #298376960
JP #388198758
羽ノ浦SS

Banks in Anan

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

阿南信用金庫 羽ノ浦支店
阿波銀行
阿波銀行 阿南支店

Shopping Malls in Anan

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

フジグラン 阿南

Golf Courses in Anan

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

阿南カントリークラブ

Stadiums & Teams in Anan

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Anan

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kansai International AirportKIXLarge Airport
Kobe AirportUKBLarge Airport
Takamatsu AirportTAKLarge Airport
Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air BaseTKSLarge Airport
Nanki Shirahama AirportSHMMedium Airport
Kohnan Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Anan

23 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Anan Ono Post Office
Anan Post Office
Anan Sairomi Post Office
Anan Takarada Post Office
Anan Tomiokahigashi Post Office
Anan Tomiokanishi Post Office
Anan Tsunomine Post Office
Anan Yamaguchi Post Office
Aratano Post Office
Fukui Post Office
Hanasaka Summary Post Office
Hanoura Post Office
Imazu Post Office
Kuwano Post Office
Minobayashi Post Office
Nagaike Post Office
Nakanosho Post Office
Nakashima Post Office
Tachibana Post Office
Tsubaki Post Office
Tsubakidomari Summary Post Office
中野島簡易郵便局
阿南大潟簡易郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Anan

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
22 Byodo-ji
光明寺
八鉾神社
千福寺
大峰三城山大権現
天理教入船分教会
天理教徳陽分教会
富岡八幡神社
御嶽神社
正福寺
津峯神社
海正八幡神社御旅所
淡島神社
王子神社
皇子神社
立正佼成会
若宮神社
萬福寺
金光橘教会

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

Around Anan

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 20
Hospitals 8
Pharmacies 1
Restaurants 1
Cafes 1
Supermarkets 6
Banks 2
Museums 1
Hotels 7
Libraries 3
Parks 11
Police Stations 9
Fire Stations 3
Places of Worship 43

🇯🇵 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 Anan

What is the population of Anan?

Anan has a population of 70,285 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 652 people per square mile, spread across 107.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Anan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,400, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $68,000 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $340 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 Anan?

Anan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.1 inches.

How is the job market in Anan?

The job market in Anan is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 26 business establishments in the area, including 1 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Anan?

The median home value in Anan is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.

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