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Ayabe, Japan

Kyoto · Japan

Ayabe is a mid-size city in Kyoto, Japan with a population of 31,846. Elevation: 151 ft (46 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
31,846 Population 238/sq mi density
151 ft Elevation 46 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
64.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$34,200 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$34,200 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,000 home value, $470/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population31,846
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density238/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$34,200
Unemployment2.7%

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,000
Rent$470
Housing Units12,738

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain64.9 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Population31,846
Population Density238 / sq mi
Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Coordinates35.3000°, 135.2500°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKyoto
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation64.9 inches (1,649 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$34,200
Median Age47.6 years

About Ayabe

Ayabe is a mid-size city in Japan (Kyoto) with a population of 31,846. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet (46 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 64.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Ayabe has a population of 31,846 with a density of 238 people per square mile, spread across 134.0 square miles. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

31,846
Total Population
238
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above Japan avg
134.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ayabe vs Japan Average

The median household income in Ayabe is $34,200, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,019 business establishments.

Income: Ayabe vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,200
54% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)1,019

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ayabe 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 12,738 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, 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 Units12,738

Property Tax

Climate in Ayabe

Ayabe has an average annual temperature of 15.3°C (60°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.9°C), the coldest is Jan (4.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1925 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.2°C / 40°F 0.7° / 7.7° 180.8
Feb 4.6°C / 40°F 0.6° / 8.5° 146.9
Mar 7.6°C / 46°F 2.7° / 12.5° 142.7
Apr 12.8°C / 55°F 7.2° / 18.5° 116.8
May 18°C / 64°F 12.6° / 23.5° 143.2
Jun 22.2°C / 72°F 17.8° / 26.6° 157.6
Jul 26.5°C / 80°F 22.3° / 30.7° 193.5
Aug 27.9°C / 82°F 23.3° / 32.5° 146.2
Sep 23.5°C / 74°F 19.4° / 27.7° 229.4
Oct 17.6°C / 64°F 13.2° / 22° 167.9
Nov 11.8°C / 53°F 7.4° / 16.2° 136.0
Dec 6.6°C / 44°F 2.8° / 10.4° 164.4
Ayabe 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 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above Japan avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Geography

Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Area134.0 sq mi (347.1 km²)
Population Density238/sq mi
Coordinates35.3000°N, 135.2500°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 64.9"
71% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 8.11"
Driest Month (Dec) 3.62"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

264 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 24, 2025.

Jan 16, 1995 8 km S of Akashi, Japan M6.9 83 km
Apr 11, 1990 11 km ENE of Maizuru, Japan M6.1 27 km
Apr 12, 2013 6 km WNW of Sumoto, Japan M5.8 111 km
Aug 7, 1992 21 km N of Miyazu, Japan M5.8 48 km
Aug 20, 1999 22 km SE of Kainan, Japan M5.7 143 km
Apr 21, 2000 27 km NNE of Maizuru, Japan M5.5 46 km
Jun 17, 2018 near the south coast of western Honshu, Japan M5.5 64 km
Oct 30, 2000 western Honshu, Japan M5.5 142 km
Sep 24, 2003 5 km WNW of Ayabe, Japan M5.4 5 km
Sep 16, 2002 24 km SW of Kurayoshi, Japan M5.3 145 km
Jan 11, 2001 15 km E of Tottori, Japan M5.3 79 km
Jan 30, 1996 67 km NNE of Miyazu, Japan M5.2 93 km
Apr 22, 1998 18 km SE of Hikone, Japan M5.2 108 km
Feb 7, 1996 10 km SE of Ono, Japan M5.1 138 km
Apr 15, 2007 11 km ENE of Ueno-ebisumachi, Japan M5.1 105 km
Mar 16, 1999 10 km WNW of Kitahama, Japan M5.1 53 km
May 28, 1994 12 km WNW of Nagahama, Japan M5.1 81 km
Apr 16, 1994 16 km ENE of Maizuru, Japan M5.0 33 km
Jan 16, 1995 20 km SW of Akashi, Japan M5.0 92 km
Jul 5, 2011 12 km NNW of Gob?, Japan M5.0 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 1 183 km
2018 Jebi Category 2 39 km
2018 Trami Category 1 168 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 93 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 191 km
2017 Lan Category 1 277 km
2017 Noru Category 1 145 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 270 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 205 km
2011 Roke Category 3 211 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 198 km
2009 Melor Category 1 190 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 250 km
2007 Usagi Category 1 293 km
2004 Ma-on Category 4 300 km
2004 Songda Category 2 215 km
2004 Chaba Category 1 107 km
2003 Etau Category 2 57 km
1999 Bart Category 1 234 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 84 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 36 km
1510 OSAKA BAY Earthquake 2.0 m - 79 km
1909 ANEGAWA, JAPAN Earthquake 1.8 m 41 96 km
1995 KOBE, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 6,434 81 km
1791 OASAKA BAY Earthquake - - 90 km
1726 KATSUYAMA Earthquake - - 130 km
1666 AICHI PREFECTURE Earthquake - - 145 km
1586 ISE BAY Earthquake - 8,000 145 km
745 OSAKA BAY, JAPAN Earthquake - - 78 km
701 SEA OF JAPAN Earthquake - - 47 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hakusan (167 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Hakusan Stratovolcano 2,702 m (8,865 ft) 1659 167 km
Oki-Dogo Shield 151 m (495 ft) Unknown 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 4.3 in
March 43°F (6°C) 4.8 in
April 54°F (12°C) 5.0 in
May 62°F (17°C) 5.6 in
June 70°F (21°C) 7.7 in
July 77°F (25°C) 7.2 in
August 79°F (26°C) 5.1 in Warmest
September 71°F (22°C) 8.1 in Wettest
October 60°F (16°C) 5.0 in
November 50°F (10°C) 4.3 in
December 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in Driest

Ayabe has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 37°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 64.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.1") and December the driest (3.6").

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Schools in Ayabe

26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立細見小学校 - - - -
府立綾部高等学校東分校 - - - -
吉美小学校 - - - -
京都府立中丹支援学校 - - - -
府立綾部高等学校 - - - -
京都府立農業大学校 - - - -
市立綾部小学校 - - - -
府立福知山高等学校三和分校 - - - -
市立豊里小学校 - - - -
市立豊里中学校 - - - -
市立西八田小学校 - - - -
市立菟原小学校 - - - -
市立綾部中学校 - - - -
中丹養護学校 - - - -
市立物部小学校 - - - -
市立東綾小学校 - - - -
市立東綾中学校 - - - -
市立東八田小学校 - - - -
市立志賀小学校 - - - -
市立川合小学校 - - - -
市立吉美小学校 - - - -
市立八田中学校 - - - -
市立何北中学校 - - - -
市立中筋小学校 - - - -
市立上六人部小学校 - - - -
市立三和中学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Ayabe

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Ayabe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aoyama History Museum
Buke-yashiki Samurai House Anma's Histrical Museum
Histrical Artifacts Museum
Japan Oni Cultural Museum
Maizuru Chiegura
Sasayama Castle Oshoin
World Brick Museum
エル・マール まいづる
ちりめん織機展示・実演場
与謝野町立江山文庫
丹後ちりめん歴史観
丹波古陶館
丹波市立植野記念美術館
丹波市立青垣歴史民俗資料館
丹波杜氏酒造記念館
丹波篠山デカンショ館
京都大学フィールド科学教育研究センター舞鶴水産実験所水産生物標本館
北前船資料館
南丹市立文化博物館
古墳公園はにわ資料館
大手門美術館
宮津市みやづ歴史の館
御徒士町武家屋敷群
旧加悦鉄道加悦駅舎
旧尾藤家住宅
春日歴史民俗資料館
柏原歴史民俗資料館
柏原藩陣屋跡
水分かれ資料館
河原町妻入商家群
海軍記念館
福知山市 治水記念館
福知山市丹波生活衣館
福知山市佐藤太清記念美術館
福知山市児童科学館
福知山鉄道館 ポッポランド2号館
篠山チルドレンズミュージアム
綾部市天文館パオ
能楽資料館
舞鶴引揚記念館

Libraries in Ayabe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
East Library0.0
South Branch, East Library0.0
West Public Library0.0
与謝野町立図書館 野田川分室0.0
与謝野町立図書館加悦分室0.0
丹波市立中央図書館0.0
丹波市立山南図書館0.0
丹波市立春日図書館0.0
丹波市立柏原図書館0.0
丹波市立青垣図書館0.0
園部町立園部中央図書館0.0
大江町立図書館0.0
宮津市立図書館0.0
江山文庫0.0
福知山市立図書館 中央館0.0
福知山市立日新図書館0.0
篠山市立中央図書館0.0
綾部市図書館0.0
舞鶴市立東図書館中分館0.0
舞鶴市立西図書館加佐分館0.0
遊you日吉0.0

Farmers Markets in Ayabe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
つねよし百貨店
ととまーと
やさいの駅
宮津漁港
宮津食品卸売市場
青空朝市

Hotels in Ayabe

11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ayabe Hotel
Hotel Alpha Ayabe
Hotel Cosmo
Kikkouya
Konishiya
Ryokan Nishimura
Ryokan Tangoya
Yoshinoya Ryokan
アールイン綾部
料理旅館 萬家
旅館 松本屋

Restaurants in Ayabe

55 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cocos
Dip Jyoti 綾部店
Latinos
うどん屋 得兵衛
おたふく食堂
お食事処 若狭お多福
くらまえ
こだま料理店
ジョイフル 綾部店
ステージスター
スナック Luna
そば匠 鼓
ダイニング マツイ
たきたて弁当 綾部うずらや店
たつみ寿し
たらふく 綾部店
トロピカーナ
ひと粒 綾部店
ふしみや
ふじ田
ほーむきっちん 遊膳
ポケット
ポコ&ポコ
み乃里寿司
ゆらり
ラーメンハウ盾
らーめん梅家
三和荘
中華料理 キキ
五郎茶屋
京寿司 都人 綾部店
割烹竹扇
千登利寿司
吟月
味しるべ 盾
味処 桃太郎
大吉食堂
寿し 東助六
寿し舟半
御料理 花月
本家かまどや 綾部味方店
松乃實
柿蔵
焼肉ハヤシダ
百合
綾瀬
花一輪
花山飲食店
茶寮ゆらり 由良川店
餃子の王将
餃子の王将 綾部店
馳走 天じん
鳥飼
麺や 新風館
麺屋キラメキ 京都三条 綾部安国寺店

Cafes in Ayabe

17 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Palette
Nori Cafe
カフェ Piano
カフェ プント
ギャラリーカフェ 日々
くるみ
ザ・クィーン・ビー
ブリッジ
マイルド
モナミ
喫茶 ムラカミ
喫茶Landmark
宗右衛門珈琲
松葉
茶つぼ 吉田
薬膳喫茶 悠々

Theatres in Ayabe

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

綾部市立会館 市民ホール

Clinics in Ayabe

9 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

佐野眼科診療所
大久保医院
大槻医院
安村外科内科診療所
星谷医院
横山医院
由良産婦人科・小児科医院
米谷外科・整形外科
野間医院八田診療所

Dentists in Ayabe

8 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

かずあき歯科
もりたに歯科口腔医院
中島歯科医院
山口歯科
早川歯科医院
松田歯科
柴田歯科医院
梅原歯科医院

Veterinaries in Ayabe

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

南ヶ丘動物病院

Train Stations in Ayabe

6 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ayabe
Fuchigaki
Tachiki
Takatsu
Umezako
Yamaga

Bus Stations in Ayabe

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JP #9025327314

Gas Stations in Ayabe

16 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
IDEMITSU
JA-SS
JP #1970024379
JP #2548952697
JP #5389005533
Showa-shell
コスモ石油
モービル石油
山下石油
福井石油

Banks in Ayabe

8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JA京都丹の国
Kyoto Bank Ayabe Branch
ほくと しんきん
京都北都信用金庫 中筋支店
京都北都信用金庫 渕垣支店
京都北都信用金庫 綾部中央支店
京都北都信用金庫 西町支店
近畿労働金庫 綾部支店

Stadiums & Teams in Ayabe

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Ayabe

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Biwako Valley 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kutsuki Snow Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hyper Bowl Tohachi 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sky Valley Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
UP Kannabe Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Ayabe

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kobe AirportUKBLarge Airport
Osaka Itami International AirportITMLarge Airport
Konotori Tajima AirportTJHMedium Airport
Yao Airport-Medium Airport
JGSDF Aonogahara East Airstrip-Small Airport
JGSDF Aonogahara West Airstrip-Small Airport
JGSDF Osadano Airstrip-Small Airport
Locus Lake Biwa Flying Adventure / Lake Biwa MPPG Paraglider Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Ayabe

19 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ayabe Hommachi Post Office
Ayabe Okayasu Post Office
Ayabe Oshima Post Office
Ayabe Post Office
Ayabe Takatsu Summary Post Office
Fukuchiyama Ikuno Post Office
Hirono Post Office
Hosomi Post Office
Kajiya Summary Post Office
Kimi Post Office
Kisaichi Post Office
Kuchikambayashi Post Office
Miwa Post Office
Monobe Post Office
Shigasato Post Office
Tamba Ohara Post Office
Toyosato Post Office
Umesako Post Office
Yamaga Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ayabe

37 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
上市八幡神社
了円寺
井根山秋葉神社
大原神社(Oohara-jinja)
大本教
大本本部(宗教法人)長生殿
妙徳寺
妙法寺
安国寺
宝住寺
御手槻大明神
心田禅院
愛宕神社
慈音寺
斎神社
斎神社
日蓮宗 実相寺
木祖殿神社
本興稲荷神社
梅岩寺
正暦寺
浄光寺
清現寺
熊野新宮神社
玄功寺
白尾稲荷神社
石田神社
神社
笠原神社
綾部八幡宮
綾部天満宮
西神社
西福院
里宮高倉神社
隆興寺
雲源寺
高津八幡宮

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 Ayabe

What is the population of Ayabe?

Ayabe has a population of 31,846 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 238 people per square mile, spread across 134.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ayabe expensive to live in?

The median household income is $34,200, 54% 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 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Ayabe?

Ayabe 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 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.9 inches.

How is the job market in Ayabe?

The job market in Ayabe is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,019 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ayabe?

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

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