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Ginowan, Japan

Okinawa · Japan

Ginowan is a large city in Okinawa, Japan with a population of 100,125. Elevation: 344 ft (105 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
100,125 Population 13,105/sq mi density
344 ft Elevation 105 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
82.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$24,800 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$24,800 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,000 home value, $370/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population100,125
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density13,105/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,800
Unemployment3.6%

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,000
Rent$370
Housing Units40,050

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain82.9 in/yr
Sunny Days186/yr
Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Population100,125
Population Density13,105 / sq mi
Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Coordinates26.2627°, 127.7615°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkinawa
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation82.9 inches (2,105 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,800
Median Age44.2 years

About Ginowan

Ginowan is a large city in Japan (Okinawa) with a population of 100,125. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet (105 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Ginowan has a population of 100,125 with a density of 13,105 people per square mile, spread across 7.6 square miles. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

100,125
Total Population
13,105
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above Japan avg
7.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ginowan vs Japan Average

The median household income in Ginowan is $24,800, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 260 business establishments, including 128 restaurants.

Income: Ginowan vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,800
67% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)260

Business (County)

Restaurants128
Healthcare41
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ginowan is $74,000, 74% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $370 (68% below the national average of $1,163). There are 40,050 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,000
74% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$370
68% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units40,050

Property Tax

Climate in Ginowan

Ginowan has an average annual temperature of 23°C (73°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.2°C), the coldest is Feb (16.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2131 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C / 63°F 14.3° / 19.6° 123.2
Feb 16.4°C / 62°F 13.7° / 19.2° 156.9
Mar 18.8°C / 66°F 15.9° / 21.6° 196.3
Apr 21.6°C / 71°F 18.8° / 24.4° 145.7
May 24.2°C / 76°F 21.6° / 26.9° 233.5
Jun 27.2°C / 81°F 24.6° / 29.7° 227.8
Jul 29.2°C / 85°F 26.6° / 31.9° 173.0
Aug 29°C / 84°F 26.4° / 31.6° 205.3
Sep 27.5°C / 82°F 24.9° / 30.1° 291.1
Oct 24.7°C / 76°F 22° / 27.4° 174.1
Nov 21.8°C / 71°F 19° / 24.5° 109.0
Dec 18.6°C / 65°F 15.8° / 21.3° 95.1
Ginowan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 186 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 82.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above Japan avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days186 days/yr

Geography

Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Area7.6 sq mi (19.8 km²)
Population Density13,105/sq mi
Coordinates26.2627°N, 127.7615°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 82.9"
118% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.65"
Driest Month (Dec) 4.25"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

932 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 28, 2025.

Feb 26, 2010 70 km SE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M7.0 76 km
Mar 2, 2014 109 km NW of Nago, Japan M6.5 136 km
Jul 22, 2004 91 km E of Nago, Japan M6.1 116 km
Apr 14, 1991 82 km NW of Nago, Japan M6.0 105 km
Aug 7, 2007 136 km WNW of Nago, Japan M6.0 147 km
May 1, 2023 69 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.9 76 km
Jul 31, 2007 134 km NW of Nago, Japan M5.9 148 km
Jun 2, 1996 102 km NNE of Nago, Japan M5.8 148 km
May 17, 1990 13 km W of Nago, Japan M5.8 41 km
Apr 20, 2007 102 km NNE of Nago, Japan M5.7 148 km
Jun 13, 2013 90 km E of Nago, Japan M5.6 116 km
Feb 8, 2022 Ryukyu Islands, Japan M5.6 139 km
Apr 13, 2022 145 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.6 150 km
Feb 21, 2022 143 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.6 148 km
Jun 3, 2022 140 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.6 145 km
May 1, 1993 46 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.5 52 km
May 7, 2022 137 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.5 142 km
Apr 11, 1997 66 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.5 75 km
Apr 9, 1997 69 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.5 78 km
May 5, 2011 57 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.5 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

103 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Bebinca (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Bebinca Category 1 295 km
2023 Khanun Category 4 91 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 4 144 km
2021 In-fa Category 2 230 km
2020 Maysak Category 4 127 km
2020 Bavi Category 2 193 km
2019 Lingling Category 4 256 km
2019 Neoguri Category 2 224 km
2019 Tapah Category 1 249 km
2018 Maria Category 3 254 km
2018 Trami Category 2 39 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 96 km
2018 Kong-rey Category 1 147 km
2017 Talim Category 3 247 km
2017 Saola Category 1 113 km
2016 Chaba Category 5 116 km
2016 Namtheun Category 3 254 km
2015 Chan-hom Category 4 174 km
2015 Goni Category 4 134 km
2015 Noul Category 1 228 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.2 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1768 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 1.2 m - 27 km
2010 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m - 76 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Io-Torishima (186 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Io-Torishima Complex 212 m (696 ft) 1968 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 5.0 in
March 66°F (19°C) 6.7 in
April 71°F (21°C) 7.4 in
May 75°F (24°C) 9.5 in
June 80°F (27°C) 9.1 in
July 84°F (29°C) 6.9 in Warmest
August 83°F (29°C) 9.7 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in
October 77°F (25°C) 6.7 in
November 71°F (22°C) 5.2 in
December 65°F (19°C) 4.3 in Driest

Ginowan has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 62°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 82.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.7") and December the driest (4.3").

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Schools in Ginowan

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ginowan City Futenma Second Elementary School - - - -
Ginowan City Nagata Elementary School - - - -
Ginowan City Oyama Elementary School - - - -
Ginowan City Ginowan Elementary School - - - -
Ginowan City Ginowan Junior High School - - - -
Okinawa Prefectural Chubu Commercial High School - - - -
Ginowan City Shimashi Elementary School - - - -
市立普天間中学校 - - - -
Okinawa Prefectural Chubu Commercial High School - - - -
宜野湾市立 志真志小学校 - - - -
宜野湾市立 大山小学校 - - - -
宜野湾市立 長田小学校 - - - -
宜野湾市立 宜野湾中学校 - - - -
宜野湾市立 普天間第二小学校 - - - -
宜野湾市立 宜野湾小学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Ginowan

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FM Kahoku 78.7 (FMかほく, JOZZ5AM-FM, 78.7 MHz, Kahoku City, Ishikawa) enka, japan MP3 96 kbps
FM那覇 (FM Naha) - UNKNOWN

Museums in Ginowan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BLISSTIA
Chatan Museum
Fukutsukan (Kamejiro Senaga and the People's History Museum)
Fukutsukan (Kamejiro Senaga and the People's History Museum)
Ginowan City Museum
Ginowan City Museum
Ginoza Okinawa State Museum
Gushichan History and Fork Museum
Haebaru Town Museum
Haebaru Town Museum
Himeyuri Peace Museum
Kinjo Tetsuo Museum
Kinjo Tetsuo Museum
Moromi Folk Crafts Museum
Naha Hārī Museum
Naha Hārī Museum
Naha Traditional Craft Center
Naha Traditional Craft Center
Nakamurake Residence
Nanjo Art Museum
Okinawa City Museum of Postwar Culture and History HISTREET
Okinawa city Music Archives - Ongakumura
Okinawa Prefectural Art Museum (Okimyu)
Okinawa Prefectural Art Museum (Okimyu)
Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum
Okinawa World
Onna Village museum
Ryukyu simpo newspaper museum
Ryukyu simpo newspaper museum
Ryukyu-mura
Sakima Art Museum
Shuri castle park
Shuri castle park
Tsuboya Pottery Museum
Tsuboya Pottery Museum
Tsushimamaru Memorial museum
Tsushimamaru Memorial museum
Urasoe Castle Site and Youdore Museum
Urasoe Castle Site and Youdore Museum
Urasoe city museum
Urasoe city museum
Uruma City Ishikawa museum
Yonabaru Light Rail Station Museum
Yonabaru Light Rail Station Museum
Yuntanza Museum
うるま市立海の文化資料館
エイサー会館
バーチャルミュージアム
与那原大綱引資料館
与那原大綱引資料館
埋蔵文化財センター
埋蔵文化財センター
展示広場
展示広場
昭和博物館~私はレトロ~
昭和博物館~私はレトロ~
木のふれあい館
東風平歴史民俗資料館
東風平歴史民俗資料館
森のふしぎ館
歴史民俗資料展示室
歴史民俗資料展示室
沖縄地区税関広報展示室
沖縄地区税関広報展示室
沖縄市立郷土博物館
浦添市 歴史にふれる館
浦添市 歴史にふれる館
王国歴史博物館
糸満海人工房資料館
糸満海人工房資料館
西原劇場
西原劇場
風樹館
風樹館

Libraries in Ginowan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ayakari no mori Library0.0
Camp Courtney Library0.0
Chatan Town Library0.0
Ginowan City Library0.0
Ginowan City Library0.0
Ginoza village culture center library0.0
Haebaru Town Library0.0
Haebaru Town Library0.0
Itoman City Central Library0.0
Kadena Town Library0.0
Kin Town Library0.0
Library & Education Center0.0
Library（Kadena base）0.0
Naha City Central Library0.0
Naha City Hantagawa Library0.0
Naha City Hantagawa Library0.0
Naha City Ishimine Library0.0
Naha City Ishimine Library0.0
Naha City Oroku South Library0.0
Naha City Oroku South Library0.0
Naha City Shuri Library0.0
Naha City Shuri Library0.0
Naha City Wakasa Public Library0.0
Nanjo City Library Sashiki Branch0.0
Nanjo City Library Tamagusuku branch0.0
Nanjyo City Chinen Library0.0
Nanjyo City Library Osato branch0.0
Nanjyo City Library Osato branch0.0
Nishihara Town Library0.0
Nishihara Town Library0.0
Okinawa Christian College Junior College Library0.0
Okinawa Christian College Junior College Library0.0
Okinawa City Library0.0
Okinawa International University Library0.0
Okinawa Prefectural Archives0.0
Okinawa Prefectural College of Nursing University Library0.0
Okinawa Prefectural College of Nursing University Library0.0
Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts Art Library0.0
Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts Art Library0.0
Okinawa Prefecture Library0.0
Okinawa Prefecture Library0.0
Okinawa University Library0.0
Okinawa University Library0.0
Okinawa Women's Junior College Library0.0
Okinawa Women's Junior College Library0.0
Ryukyu University Library0.0
Tomigusuku City Central Library0.0
Tomigusuku City Central Library0.0
Urasoe City Library0.0
Urasoe City Library0.0
Uruma City Central Library0.0
Uruma City Ishikawa Library0.0
Uruma City Katsuren Library0.0
Yonabaru Town Library0.0
八重瀬町図書館・こども学習センター0.0
八重瀬町図書館・こども学習センター0.0
宜野湾市民図書館0.0
恩納村文化情報センター0.0
読谷村立図書館0.0
那覇市立牧志駅前ほしぞら図書館0.0
那覇市立牧志駅前ほしぞら図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Ginowan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
First Makishi public market
Happy More Market
Ishikawa no Eki
JA Farmer’s Market Chanpuru Ichiba
JAファーマーズマーケット西原 うんたま市場
NOREN PLAZA
Onna No Eki
Sakaemachi Market
Sakaemachi Market
Sakaemachi Market
Tomari Port Fish Market (Tomari Iyumachi)
Yunta Ichiba: Yomitan Farmers' Market
ファーマーズマーケットいとまん うまんちゅ市場
ファーマーズマーケットいとまん うまんちゅ市場
ファーマーズマーケット与那原あがりはま市場
ファーマーズマーケット与那原あがりはま市場
糸満市場いとま～る
西原さわふじマルシェ

Hotels in Ginowan

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mr.KINJO
THE GRAND HOTEL GINOWAN

Restaurants in Ginowan

37 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

bistro oialc
Bulldog Burger
Coby
Gusto
Habu Pit
HINOE
Joyfull
KESO Diner
Marukyu Ramen
MCAS Futenma Chowhall
MYHOUSE
NATURAL TONE
Partida!
PePePe
Pizza Hut
Sapporoya
SNCO & Officers Lounge
Sprout
Taco Maria
TEECH
University of the Ryukyus Co-op
Yayoiken
がぶり食堂
しゃぶしゃぶ温野菜
ドラゴン
なんじぁぁれ
ポケットマーニー
みどり屋食堂
ラブメン本店
三色屋
中央食堂
味千拉麺
安安
最強食堂
沖縄そば エッチャン
焼肉食堂 こうや
酒とおつまみクチパーク

Cafes in Ginowan

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

.uki
LOW&SLOW Cafeteria
mofgmona

Castles in Ginowan

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

イシグスク

Clinics in Ginowan

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

いとむクリニック
サンクリニック
琉球大学保健管理センター

Dentists in Ginowan

6 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dental Clinic 88
JP #1225525444
Msデンタルクリニック
Nagata dentistry
ホワイト歯科
もりや歯科

Bus Stations in Ginowan

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JP #1507337525

Gas Stations in Ginowan

7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

apollostation
Carenex
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
Eneos Hagoromo Service Station
Futenma Gas Station

Banks in Ginowan

8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of the Ryukyu
Bank of the Ryukyus Ginowan branch
JAおきなわ
JAおきなわ
Navy Federal Credit Union
Okinawa Kaiho Bank
THE OKINAWA KAIHO BANK
コザ信用金庫

Shopping Malls in Ginowan

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

はにんす宜野湾

Gyms in Ginowan

7 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

chocoZAP
FiT24
McCutcheon Gym
Pine Style
Semper Fit Fitness Center
SONIC BOOM Fitness24
ゆるFit

Breweries in Ginowan

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
NOMU Brewery
チャタンハーバー
桜坂ブルワリー
桜坂ブルワリー
浮島ブルーイング
浮島ブルーイング

Stadiums & Teams in Ginowan

TeamLeagueDivision
Okinawa Cellular Stadium Naha
Onoyama Athletic stadium

Airports Near Ginowan

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kadena Air BaseDNALarge Airport
Naha International AirportOKALarge Airport
Futenma Marine Corps Air Station-Medium Airport
Iejima AirportIEJMedium Airport
Aguni AirportAGJSmall Airport
Iejima Auxiliary Air Base-Small Airport
Ieshima West (LHA) Airfield-Small Airport
Izena Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport
Kerama AirportKJPSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ginowan

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ganeko Post Office
Ginowan Post Office
Nagata Post Office

Treatment Centers in Ginowan

13 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Higa Ophthalmic Hospital
Hikari Clinic
JINON Orthopaedic Clinic
OKA CHILDREN'S CLINIC
OKA CHILDREN'S CLINIC
Reha GRIT
Takamiyagi Derma Clinic
Torihori yōjō Clinic
WAN STYLE CLUB
あらかき内科クリニック
けいわクリニック
デイサービスつばさ
琉球大学保健管理センター

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ginowan

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
MCAS Futenma Chapel
美底山（みそこやま）

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

Around Ginowan

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 88
Hospitals 19
Pharmacies 22
Restaurants 128
Cafes 25
Bars 12
Supermarkets 18
Banks 27
Museums 4
Hotels 9
Libraries 5
Parks 144
Police Stations 10
Fire Stations 4
Places of Worship 34

Things to See Near Ginowan

3 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (1)
  • • Stone Bridge
🏖️ Beaches (1)
  • • Kadena Marina Beach
🏰 Castles (1)
  • • church

🇯🇵 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 Ginowan

What is the population of Ginowan?

Ginowan has a population of 100,125 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 13,105 people per square mile, spread across 7.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ginowan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,800, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $74,000 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $370 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Ginowan?

Ginowan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 186 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 82.9 inches.

How is the job market in Ginowan?

Ginowan has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 260 business establishments in the area, including 128 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Ginowan?

The median home value in Ginowan is $74,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $370.

Nearby Cities

Nishihara 34,984 pop · 1.3 mi Nakagusuku 22,157 pop · 1.6 mi Urasoe 115,690 pop · 2.0 mi Chatan 28,201 pop · 3.3 mi Kishaba 17,969 pop · 3.5 mi Yonabaru 19,695 pop · 4.1 mi Kanegusuku 40,440 pop · 5.0 mi Okinawa 142,752 pop · 5.6 mi Naha 317,625 pop · 6.2 mi Kadena 13,671 pop · 7.1 mi Tomigusuku 64,612 pop · 7.2 mi Nanjō 44,043 pop · 8.2 mi Katsuren-haebaru 34,239 pop · 8.5 mi Gushikawa 65,251 pop · 9.4 mi
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