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Hachijō, Japan
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Hachijō is a small city in Tokyo, Japan with a population of 7,211. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 7,211 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.1028°, 139.7788° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Tokyo |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 103.2 inches (2,622 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $45,800 |
| Median Age | 44.7 years |
About Hachijō
Hachijō is a small city in Japan (Tokyo) with a population of 7,211. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 103.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Hachijō vs Japan Average
Income: Hachijō vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,800 |
| 39% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 231 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $166,000 |
| 41% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $830 |
| 29% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 2,884 |
Property Tax
Climate in Hachijō
Hachijō has an average annual temperature of 18.4°C (65°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.2°C), the coldest is Jan (10.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 3324 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.0°F |
| 20% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 150 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 901.5 sq mi (2,334.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.1028°N, 139.7788°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
16 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1953 | MYOJINSHO SUBMARINE VOLCANO | Astronomical | 6.0 m | — | 136 km |
| 1972 | CHICHI JIMA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 89 km |
| 1952 | MYOJINSHO SUBMARINE VOLCANO | Astronomical | 0.5 m | 31 | 136 km |
| 1972 | EAST OFF HACHIJO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 98 km |
| 1952 | MYOJINSHO SUBMARINE VOLCANO | Astronomical | 0.4 m | — | 136 km |
| 1952 | MYOJINSHO SUBMARINE VOLCANO | Astronomical | 0.3 m | — | 136 km |
| 1990 | W. OF BONIN ISLANDS, IZU IS., JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 107 km |
| 1982 | S. OF HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 87 km |
| 2000 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 96 km |
| 2000 | KOZU-SHIMA ISLAND, HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 1 | 138 km |
| 2000 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 144 km |
| 1953 | MYOJINSHO SUBMARINE VOLCANO | Astronomical | 0.1 m | — | 136 km |
| 1952 | MYOJINSHO SUBMARINE VOLCANO | Astronomical | — | — | 136 km |
| 1915 | MYOJINSHO SUBMARINE VOLCANO | Astronomical | — | — | 136 km |
| 1606 | CHICHIJIMA-TOKAIDO | Astronomical | — | — | 135 km |
| 1605 | ENSHUNADA | Earthquake | — | 1,001 | 127 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hachijojima (4 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Hachijojima | Stratovolcano(es) | 854 m (2,802 ft) | 1606 | 4 km |
| Aogashima | Stratovolcano | 423 m (1,388 ft) | 1785 | 72 km |
| Mikurajima | Stratovolcano | 851 m (2,792 ft) | -4100 | 87 km |
| Kita-Bayonnaise | Submarine | -360 m (-1,181 ft) | Unknown | 112 km |
| Miyakejima | Stratovolcano | 775 m (2,543 ft) | 2010 | 113 km |
| Myojinsho | Submarine | 11 m (36 ft) | 1970 | 136 km |
| Kozushima | Lava dome(s) | 572 m (1,877 ft) | 838 | 137 km |
| Niijima | Lava dome(s) | 432 m (1,417 ft) | 886 | 151 km |
| Toshima | Stratovolcano | 508 m (1,667 ft) | -4550 | 164 km |
| Izu-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 758 m (2,487 ft) | 1990 | 184 km |
| Sumisujima | Submarine | 136 m (446 ft) | 1916 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 5.3 in | |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 5.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 7.9 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 8.4 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 10.0 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 12.8 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 7.0 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 11.1 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 13.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 8.6 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 5.2 in | Driest |
Hachijō has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 52°F in February to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 103.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.1") and December the driest (5.2").
Schools in Hachijō
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 三原小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立三根小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立大賀郷中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Hachijo High School | — | — | — | — |
| 町立三原中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立富士中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立大賀郷小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立樫立小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Hachijō
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Hachijō
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hachijō-jima History and Folk Museum | ||||
| 八丈島地熱館 |
Libraries in Hachijō
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 八丈町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Hachijō
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Hachijō
14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Hachijō
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Hachijō
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hachijō
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Hachijō
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Hachijō
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hachijojima Airport | HAC | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Hachijō
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hachijojima Kashitate Post Office | |
| 三根川向簡易郵便局 | |
| 三根郵便局 | |
| 中ノ郷郵便局 | |
| 八丈島郵便局 | |
| 末吉郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hachijō
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 三島神社(樫立） | |
| 優婆夷宝明神社 | |
| 八幡神社 | |
| 天照皇大神宮 | |
| 天照皇大神宮 | |
| 浅間神社 |
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What is the population of Hachijō?
Hachijō has a population of 7,211 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 901.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Hachijō expensive to live in?
The median household income is $45,800, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $166,000 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Hachijō?
Hachijō enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 150 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 103.2 inches.
How is the job market in Hachijō?
The job market in Hachijō is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 231 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Hachijō?
The median home value in Hachijō is $166,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $830.