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Funagoshi, Japan

Shimane · Japan

Funagoshi is a small town in Shimane, Japan with a population of 2,788. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,788 Population 216/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
65.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$27,200 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$27,200 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$66,000 home value, $330/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population2,788
Median Age51.4 yrs
Density216/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$27,200
Unemployment1.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$66,000
Rent$330
Housing Units1,115

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain65.0 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population2,788
Population Density216 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates36.1053°, 133.0093°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceShimane
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation65.0 inches (1,650 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,200
Median Age51.4 years

About Funagoshi

Funagoshi is a small town in Japan (Shimane) with a population of 2,788. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Funagoshi has a population of 2,788 with a density of 216 people per square mile, spread across 12.9 square miles. The median age is 51.4 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,788
Total Population
216
People / sq mi
51.4yrs
Median Age
32% above Japan avg
12.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Funagoshi vs Japan Average

The median household income in Funagoshi is $27,200, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 89 business establishments.

Income: Funagoshi vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,200
64% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)89

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Funagoshi is $66,000, 77% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $330 (72% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,115 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$66,000
77% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$330
72% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,115

Property Tax

Climate in Funagoshi

Funagoshi has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.4°C), the coldest is Jan (4.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1818 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.6°C / 40°F 1.2° / 8.1° 160.0
Feb 4.7°C / 40°F 0.8° / 8.6° 112.7
Mar 7.2°C / 45°F 2.6° / 11.7° 128.4
Apr 11.8°C / 53°F 6.9° / 16.6° 122.1
May 16.5°C / 62°F 12.1° / 20.9° 134.7
Jun 20.6°C / 69°F 16.9° / 24.3° 166.1
Jul 24.8°C / 77°F 21.7° / 27.9° 204.5
Aug 26.4°C / 80°F 23° / 29.9° 154.1
Sep 22.4°C / 72°F 18.7° / 26.2° 230.2
Oct 17°C / 63°F 12.7° / 21.3° 120.7
Nov 12°C / 54°F 7.8° / 16.1° 124.0
Dec 7.1°C / 45°F 3.4° / 10.8° 160.9
Funagoshi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above Japan avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area12.9 sq mi (33.4 km²)
Population Density216/sq mi
Coordinates36.1053°N, 133.0093°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.0"
71% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.83"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

39 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 29, 2025.

Oct 6, 2000 8 km ESE of Matsue, Japan M6.7 73 km
Apr 8, 2018 8 km NNE of ?dach?-?da, Japan M5.7 103 km
Aug 28, 1991 9 km SSW of Yasugich?, Japan M5.5 87 km
Oct 8, 2000 32 km N of Sh?bara, Japan M5.4 107 km
Sep 16, 2002 24 km SW of Kurayoshi, Japan M5.3 111 km
Sep 3, 1997 21 km S of Yasugich?, Japan M5.3 100 km
Jan 11, 2001 15 km E of Tottori, Japan M5.3 144 km
Oct 8, 2000 8 km SSW of Yonago, Japan M5.2 87 km
Jun 3, 2011 9 km ENE of G?tsuch?, Japan M5.0 135 km
Apr 8, 2018 6 km S of ?dach?-?da, Japan M4.7 117 km
Oct 6, 2000 9 km S of Yonago, Japan M4.7 89 km
Nov 23, 1990 23 km NNW of Niimi, Japan M4.6 108 km
Jun 26, 2018 8 km NNW of Miyoshi, Japan M4.6 138 km
Apr 8, 2018 9 km S of ?dach?-?da, Japan M4.6 121 km
Apr 8, 2018 14 km SSE of ?dach?-?da, Japan M4.5 121 km
Jan 19, 2001 35 km NE of Tottori, Japan M4.5 137 km
Aug 17, 2021 14 km NNE of Sh?bara, Japan M4.5 126 km
Aug 2, 2021 21 km N of Sh?bara, Japan M4.4 118 km
Jan 15, 2001 21 km E of Tottori, Japan M4.4 147 km
Oct 6, 2000 4 km W of Yasugich?, Japan M4.4 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

24 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Hinnamnor (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Hinnamnor Category 1 223 km
2018 Jebi Category 2 243 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 227 km
2015 Goni Category 2 208 km
2007 Usagi Category 1 85 km
2005 Nabi Category 1 191 km
2004 Songda Category 2 116 km
2004 Chaba Category 2 113 km
2003 Etau Category 2 258 km
1999 Bart Category 2 58 km
1998 Zeb Category 1 194 km
1997 Rosie Category 1 181 km
1996 Kirk Category 2 119 km
1995 Ryan Category 2 113 km
1993 Yancy Category 2 148 km
1993 Robyn Category 1 163 km
1992 Janis Category 1 123 km
1991 Mireille Category 2 93 km
1991 Kinna Category 1 107 km
1991 Caitlin Category 1 175 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Oki-Dogo (30 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Oki-Dogo Shield 151 m (495 ft) Unknown 30 km
Sanbesan Stratovolcano 1,126 m (3,694 ft) 650 113 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 6.3 in
February 40°F (4°C) 5.0 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 4.3 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in Driest
May 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
June 68°F (20°C) 6.1 in
July 75°F (24°C) 7.1 in
August 78°F (26°C) 4.8 in Warmest
September 71°F (22°C) 7.8 in Wettest
October 62°F (16°C) 4.8 in
November 53°F (12°C) 5.2 in
December 45°F (7°C) 5.4 in

Funagoshi has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 40°F in February to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 65.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.8") and April the driest (3.9").

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Schools in Funagoshi

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
美田コミュニティセンター - - - -
町立黒木小学校 - - - -
西ノ島町立西ノ島小中学校 - - - -
旧浦郷小学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Funagoshi

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Funagoshi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
村上家資料館
海士町後鳥羽院資料館
西ノ島ふるさと館
隠岐郷土館
黒木御所碧風館

Libraries in Funagoshi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
海士町中央図書館0.0

Hotels in Funagoshi

6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

リゾ隠岐ロザージュ
国賀荘
民宿 福来朗
海福屋
隠岐シーサイドホテル鶴丸
鶴陽旅館

Gas Stations in Funagoshi

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

どうまえ石油GS

Banks in Funagoshi

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

山陰合同銀行浦郷支店

Airports Near Funagoshi

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Izumo Enmusubi AirportIZOMedium Airport
Oki Global Geopark AirportOKIMedium Airport
Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air BaseYGJMedium Airport
Suika Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Funagoshi

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Beppu Post Office
Mita Post Office
Urago Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Funagoshi

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
国賀神社
焼火神社
由良比女神社
黒木神社

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 Funagoshi

What is the population of Funagoshi?

Funagoshi has a population of 2,788 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 216 people per square mile, spread across 12.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Funagoshi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,200, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $66,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $330 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 Funagoshi?

Funagoshi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.0 inches.

How is the job market in Funagoshi?

The job market in Funagoshi is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 89 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Funagoshi?

The median home value in Funagoshi is $66,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $330.

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