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Hamada, Japan
Shimane · Japan
Hamada is a mid-size city in Shimane, Japan with a population of 57,142. Elevation: 466 ft (142 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 57,142 |
| Population Density | 214 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 466 ft (142 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.8833°, 132.0833° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Shimane |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.1 inches (1,781 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,200 |
| Median Age | 51.4 years |
About Hamada
Hamada is a mid-size city in Japan (Shimane) with a population of 57,142. The city sits at an elevation of 466 feet (142 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Hamada vs Japan Average
Income: Hamada vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,200 |
| 64% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,829 |
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 | 22,857 |
Property Tax
Climate in Hamada
Hamada has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.2°C), the coldest is Jan (6.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1640 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 209 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 466 ft (142 m) |
| Area | 266.7 sq mi (690.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 214/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8833°N, 132.0833°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1026 | OFF MASUDA, SHIMANE PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 1,001 | 28 km |
| 1872 | SW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 804 | 8 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sanbesan (57 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sanbesan | Stratovolcano | 1,126 m (3,694 ft) | 650 | 57 km |
| Abu | Shield(s) | 641 m (2,103 ft) | -6850 | 61 km |
| Oki-Dogo | Shield | 151 m (495 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
| Yufu-Tsurumi | Lava dome(s) | 1,584 m (5,197 ft) | 867 | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 5.7 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 8.9 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 10.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 8.0 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 3.8 in |
Hamada has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 40°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 70.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.1") and February the driest (3.7").
Colleges & Universities in Hamada
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 島根県立大学（総合政策学部） | University | - | , |
| 浜田市消防本部 多目的訓練施設 | College | - | , |
Schools in Hamada
26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 市立浜田第四中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 浜田市立石見小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 浜田市立第一中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 島根県立浜田高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 県立浜田水産高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 県立浜田商業高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 浜田養護学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 浜田ろう学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立雲雀丘小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立雲城小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立長浜小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立金城中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立美川小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立三階小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立浜田第二中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立浜田第三中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立浜田東中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立松原小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立後野小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立弥栄小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立国府小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立周布小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立原井小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立今福小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立井野小学校室谷分校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立井野小学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Hamada
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Hamada
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 大久保石州和紙資料館 | ||||
| 島根県立石見美術館 | ||||
| 歯の歴史資料館 | ||||
| 歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 江津市郷土資料館 | ||||
| 浜田市世界こども美術館創作活動館 | ||||
| 浜田市郷土資料館 | ||||
| 浜田市金城民俗資料館 | ||||
| 益田市立雪舟の郷記念館 | ||||
| 石正美術館 | ||||
| 石見安達美術館 | ||||
| 石見畳ヶ浦資料館 | ||||
| 石見美術館 | ||||
| 芸北民俗博物館 |
Libraries in Hamada
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 江津市図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 浜田市立中央図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 浜田市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 益田市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 益田市立美都図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 金城町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Hamada
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Hamada
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Hamada
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Hamada
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Hamada
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Hamada
7 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hamada
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Hamada
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Hamada
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Hamada
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Hamada
11 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tokusagamine Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Osorakan Snow Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Yawata Highland 191 Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Geihoku Kokusai | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Osa Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Utopia Saioto | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ski Park Kanbiki | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mizuho Highland | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Asahi Tengston Snow Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kotobiki Forest Park Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Hamada
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport | IWK | Medium Airport |
| Iwami Airport | IWJ | Medium Airport |
| Fukuda Nishidai Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hoei Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Suginohaku Hobby Field Ultralightport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Hamada
24 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hamada Asahimachi Post Office | |
| Hamada Ekimae Post Office | |
| Hamada Kamiarizaka Summary Post Office | |
| Hamada Kokubu Post Office | |
| Hamada Kurokawa Post Office | |
| Hamada Matsubara Post Office | |
| Hamada Nagahama Post Office | |
| Hamada Post Office | |
| Hamada Takadamachi Post Office | |
| Hamada Uchida Post Office | |
| Imafuku Post Office | |
| Ino Post Office | |
| Kamiko Summary Post Office | |
| Kitsuka Post Office | |
| Kumogi Post Office | |
| Sano Summary Post Office | |
| Shimoko Summary Post Office | |
| Sufu Post Office | |
| Taima Summary Post Office | |
| Uno Summary Post Office | |
| Yasugi Post Office | |
| 上来原簡易郵便局 | |
| 浜田長沢簡易郵便局 | |
| 浜田駅裏簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hamada
55 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 三階神社 | |
| 上府伊甘地蔵堂 | |
| 上来原八幡宮 | |
| 下山稲荷神社 | |
| 久光山八幡宮 | |
| 今宮神社 | |
| 伊南神社 | |
| 伊甘神社 | |
| 八幡宮 | |
| 出雲大社石見分祠 | |
| 厳島神社 | |
| 善福寺 | |
| 善福寺 | |
| 嚴島神社 | |
| 多賀山八幡宮 | |
| 多陀寺 | |
| 大元神社 | |
| 大元神社 | |
| 大元神社 | |
| 大島天満宮 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Hamada
What is the population of Hamada?
Hamada has a population of 57,142 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 214 people per square mile, spread across 266.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Hamada 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 Hamada?
Hamada enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.1 inches.
How is the job market in Hamada?
The job market in Hamada is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,829 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Hamada?
The median home value in Hamada is $66,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $330.