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Gotō, Japan
Nagasaki · Japan
Gotō is a mid-size city in Nagasaki, Japan with a population of 34,391. Elevation: 151 ft (46 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 34,391 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.6842°, 128.8068° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Nagasaki |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 92.6 inches (2,351 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,000 |
| Median Age | 50.4 years |
About Gotō
Gotō is a mid-size city in Japan (Nagasaki) with a population of 34,391. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet (46 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Gotō vs Japan Average
Income: Gotō vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,000 |
| 64% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,101 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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 Units | 13,756 |
Property Tax
Climate in Gotō
Gotō has an average annual temperature of 17°C (63°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.5°C), the coldest is Jan (7.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2349 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 170 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Area | 4,870.3 sq mi (12,614.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.6842°N, 128.8068°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 55.0 m (180 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1792 | SHIMABARA BAY, KYUSHU ISLAND | Landslide | 55.0 m | 15,000 | 140 km |
| 1828 | AMAKUSA SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 103 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fukue (5 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fukue | Shield(s) | 315 m (1,033 ft) | -400 | 5 km |
| Unzendake | Complex | 1,483 m (4,865 ft) | 1996 | 140 km |
| Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike | Maar(s) | 40 m (131 ft) | -6200 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 9.8 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 10.1 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 13.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 12.4 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 9.7 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 3.8 in | Driest |
Gotō has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 43°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 92.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.7") and December the driest (3.8").
Schools in Gotō
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 市立大浜小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立富江中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立富江小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立山内小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立岐宿中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立岐宿小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立川原小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立本山小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 県立五島南高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 県立富江高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立盈進小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立翁頭中学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gotō
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Gotō
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 五島観光歴史資料館 | ||||
| 堂崎天主堂 |
Libraries in Gotō
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 五島市立図書館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Gotō
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Gotō
7 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gotō
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fukue Airport | FUJ | Medium Airport |
| Kamigoto Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ojika Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gotō
12 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 三井楽郵便局 | |
| 中須簡易郵便局 | |
| 二本楠郵便局 | |
| 五島黒瀬郵便局 | |
| 大浜郵便局 | |
| 富江郵便局 | |
| 山下簡易郵便局 | |
| 岐宿川原郵便局 | |
| 岐宿郵便局 | |
| 幾久山簡易郵便局 | |
| 本山郵便局 | |
| 荒川郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gotō
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 毘沙門天王 | |
| 水ノ浦教会 | |
| 熊野神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gotō
What is the population of Gotō?
Gotō has a population of 34,391 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 4,870.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Gotō expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,000, 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 Gotō?
Gotō enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 170 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.6 inches.
How is the job market in Gotō?
The job market in Gotō is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,101 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Gotō?
The median home value in Gotō is $66,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $330.