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Hayashino, Japan

Okayama · Japan

Hayashino is a small city in Okayama, Japan with a population of 25,939. Elevation: 272 ft (83 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
25,939 Population 94/sq mi density
272 ft Elevation 83 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
59.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$30,800 Median Income
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Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$30,800 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,000 home value, $380/mo rent

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About Hayashino

Hayashino

Hayashino Station is a passenger railway station located in the city of Mimasaka, Okayama Prefecture, Japan, operated by West Japan Railway Company.

People

Population25,939
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density94/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,800
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,000
Rent$380
Housing Units10,376

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain59.1 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Population25,939
Population Density94 / sq mi
Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Coordinates35.0000°, 134.1500°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkayama
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation59.1 inches (1,501 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$30,800
Median Age48.6 years

About Hayashino

Hayashino is a small city in Japan (Okayama) with a population of 25,939. The city sits at an elevation of 272 feet (83 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Hayashino has a population of 25,939 with a density of 94 people per square mile, spread across 274.9 square miles. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

25,939
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above Japan avg
274.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Hayashino vs Japan Average

The median household income in Hayashino is $30,800, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 830 business establishments.

Income: Hayashino vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,800
59% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)830

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hayashino is $76,000, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $380 (67% below the national average of $1,163). There are 10,376 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,000
73% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$380
67% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units10,376

Property Tax

Climate in Hayashino

Hayashino has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1450 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / 7.4° 37.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / 8.3° 65.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / 12.2° 111.9
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / 19.5° 141.2
May 0°C / 32°F — / 23.5° 149.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / 26.8° 239.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / 30.1° 269.9
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / 31.8° 106.5
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / 27.3° 167.5
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / 21.6° 75.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / 15° 54.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / 9.4° 32.4
Hayashino enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 272 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above Japan avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Geography

Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Area274.9 sq mi (711.9 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates35.0000°N, 134.1500°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.1"
56% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.98"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

184 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 29, 2025.

Jan 16, 1995 8 km S of Akashi, Japan M6.9 92 km
Oct 6, 2000 8 km ESE of Matsue, Japan M6.7 105 km
Apr 11, 1990 11 km ENE of Maizuru, Japan M6.1 129 km
Apr 12, 2013 6 km WNW of Sumoto, Japan M5.8 94 km
Aug 7, 1992 21 km N of Miyazu, Japan M5.8 122 km
Apr 8, 2018 8 km NNE of ?dach?-?da, Japan M5.7 148 km
Jun 17, 2018 near the south coast of western Honshu, Japan M5.5 137 km
Apr 21, 2000 27 km NNE of Maizuru, Japan M5.5 142 km
Aug 28, 1991 9 km SSW of Yasugich?, Japan M5.5 94 km
Oct 8, 2000 32 km N of Sh?bara, Japan M5.4 102 km
Sep 24, 2003 5 km WNW of Ayabe, Japan M5.4 101 km
Sep 16, 2002 24 km SW of Kurayoshi, Japan M5.3 54 km
Jan 11, 2001 15 km E of Tottori, Japan M5.3 58 km
Sep 3, 1997 21 km S of Yasugich?, Japan M5.3 88 km
Mar 13, 2019 22 km ESE of Anan, Japan M5.2 147 km
Oct 8, 2000 8 km SSW of Yonago, Japan M5.2 86 km
Apr 26, 2007 15 km ESE of Niihama, Japan M5.1 138 km
Apr 16, 1994 16 km ENE of Maizuru, Japan M5.0 135 km
Jan 16, 1995 20 km SW of Akashi, Japan M5.0 80 km
Jul 5, 2011 12 km NNW of Gob?, Japan M5.0 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

43 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Lan (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 2 203 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 104 km
2018 Trami Category 1 182 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 67 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 275 km
2017 Noru Category 1 141 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 252 km
2015 Goni Category 1 287 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 223 km
2014 Halong Category 1 236 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 251 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 276 km
2011 Roke Category 3 272 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 161 km
2009 Melor Category 1 251 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 254 km
2007 Usagi Category 2 211 km
2007 Man-yi Category 1 285 km
2005 Nabi Category 1 260 km
2004 Songda Category 2 180 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.3 m (37 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1927 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 11.3 m 3,022 109 km
1711 SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 1,000 79 km
1510 OSAKA BAY Earthquake 2.0 m 123 km
1808 E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 1.5 m 136 km
1995 KOBE, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 6,434 96 km
1791 OASAKA BAY Earthquake 127 km
745 OSAKA BAY, JAPAN Earthquake 114 km
701 SEA OF JAPAN Earthquake 138 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sanbesan (140 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sanbesan Stratovolcano 1,126 m (3,694 ft) 650 140 km
Oki-Dogo Shield 151 m (495 ft) Unknown 150 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.4 in
March 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
April 53°F (12°C) 5.5 in
May 62°F (17°C) 5.9 in
June 69°F (21°C) 8.8 in
July 77°F (25°C) 9.0 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 4.8 in Warmest
September 71°F (22°C) 8.7 in
October 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
December 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in Driest

Hayashino has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 37°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 59.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.0") and December the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Hayashino

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立美作第一小学校
県立林野高等学校
岡山県立林野高等学校
美作市立美作中学校
美作市立英田小学校
美作市立英田中学校
市立城南小学校
市立吉井中学校
市立美作北小学校
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Radio Stations near Hayashino

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Hayashino

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
biotope
Nagi Vicarya Museum
いきいき交流ふるさと館
だんじり展示館
つやま自然のふしぎ館(津山科学教育博物館)
てつどう模型館
てつどう模型館レトロおもちゃ館
上郡町郷土資料館
中島病院旧本館
佐用町立平福郷土館
作州城東屋敷
作州民芸館
備前市吉永美術館
兵庫県立大学西はりま天文台
兵庫県立西はりま天文台公園
勝北歴史民俗資料館
勝央美術文学館
和気町役場 歴史民俗資料館
和気町歴史民俗資料館
和気町田原井堰資料館
国指定史跡 箕作阮甫旧宅
城東むかし町家
奥津歴史資料館
宝物館
岡山市環境学習センター「めだかの学校」
御津町郷土歴史資料館
旧中国銀行林野支店
昭和館
有年考古館
柵原鉱山資料館
武蔵資料館
歴史民俗館
河野美術館
津山まなびの鉄道館
津山土岐家財団記念館
津山城下町歴史館
津山城下町歴史館
津山市加茂町歴史民族資料館
津山弥生の里文化財センター
津山洋学資料館
津山郷土博物館
現代玩具博物館・オルゴール夢館
誕生寺宝物館
赤松の郷 昆虫文化館
赤磐市山陽郷土資料館
郷土芸能伝承館・獅子の館
鏡野郷土博物館
閑谷学校資料館

Libraries in Hayashino

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Nagi Town Library0.0
Takebe Town Library0.0
Ziba Platform0.0
あわくら会館・あわくら図書館0.0
まちなかさろん再々0.0
久米南町図書館0.0
佐用町立図書館0.0
備前市立図書館吉永分館0.0
勝央図書館0.0
和気町立佐伯図書館0.0
和気町立図書館0.0
岡山市立御津図書館0.0
津山市立加茂町図書館0.0
津山市立勝北図書館0.0
津山市立図書館0.0
津山高専図書館0.0
美作市立中央図書館0.0
美作市立作東図書館0.0
美作市立東粟倉図書館0.0
美作市立東粟倉図書館0.0
美作市立英田図書館0.0
美咲町立柵原図書館0.0
赤磐市立中央図書館0.0
赤磐市立吉井図書館0.0
赤磐市立熊山図書館0.0
赤磐市立赤坂図書館0.0
赤穂市立図書館0.0
鏡野町立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Hayashino

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
An Open‐Air Market
Sansaimura
青空市 そよ風

Hotels in Hayashino

8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Katsuragi
ふくます亭
ポピースプリングス リゾート アンド スパ
やさしさの宿 竹亭
ゆのごう美春閣
リゾートイン湯郷
季譜の里
湯郷グランドホテル

Restaurants in Hayashino

23 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

いろは
インド料理シボン
お好み焼き 竹春
お食事処たかはし
カルビ屋八戒
しらさぎ(お好み焼き・ラーメン)
そば処 やま喜
たまごかけごはんの店らん
ドットカフェ
ぽんぽこりん鉄板焼
ラーメン しんかい
ラーメンショップ夢や
レストラン K'sガーデン
中華そばてんしん美咲店
串神 本店
五十里(いかり)
向日葵
和Shoku たつ実
小正寿司
得正
鉄板焼き 幸
魚清寿
麦とろ ふる里

Cafes in Hayashino

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

アゼリア館
サントス
農園カフェ湯郷

Castles in Hayashino

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

周匝茶臼山城

Dentists in Hayashino

5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JP #1319822807
JP #360603065
野亀歯科医院
駿河歯科医院
鳥越歯科医院

Train Stations in Hayashino

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hayashino
吉ケ原
黄福柵原駅;黄福柵原

Bus Stations in Hayashino

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

バスのりば

Gas Stations in Hayashino

10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
JP #264394999
JP #360603063
JP #360603064
エネオス 美作インター給油所
カーエネクス柵原CS  (有)柴原石油店
マティクス セルフ湯郷SS
勝英農協燃料課美作給油所
豊国石油
青山商店

Banks in Hayashino

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

中国銀行周匝支店
津山信用金庫

Shopping Malls in Hayashino

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ゆめマート美作

Golf Courses in Hayashino

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ザ・オークレットゴルフクラブ
湯郷グラウンド・ゴルフ場
湯郷石橋ゴルフ倶楽部

Stadiums & Teams in Hayashino

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Ski Resorts Near Hayashino

19 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Hyper Bowl Tohachi 0.0 $0
Tajima Farm Park Ski Area 0.0 $0
UP Kannabe Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Ojiro Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Mikata Snow Park 0.0 $0
Azo Koen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hachi Kita Ski Area 0.0 $0
Daisen White Resort 0.0 $0
Sky Valley Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hachikogen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Chikusa Highland Ski resort 0.0 $0
Daisen Masumizu Kogen Snow Park 0.0 $0
Hyounosen Kokusai Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Wakasa Hyonosen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Kagamiganaru Ski Area 0.0 $0
OkuDaisen Ski resort 0.0 $0
Banshu Tokura Snow Park 0.0 $0
Hiruzen Bear Valley Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Ski & Board Resort Tsuguro Kogen 0.0 $0

Airports Near Hayashino

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Okayama Momotaro AirportOKJLarge Airport
Konotori Tajima AirportTJHMedium Airport
Tottori Sand Dunes Conan AirportTTJMedium Airport
JGSDF Nihonbara AirfieldSmall Airport
Kasaoka Air StationSmall Airport
Kohnan AirportSmall Airport
Suika AirportSmall Airport
Yoshiigawa Eku GliderportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Hayashino

16 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Aida Post Office
Kaai Post Office
Manzen Post Office
Mimasaka Hirafuku Post Office
Mimasaka Kose Post Office
Mimasaka Myoken Summary Post Office
Mimasaka Post Office
Minamiwake Summary Post Office
Shimoyama Summary Post Office
Susai Post Office
Toyokuni Post Office
Yanahara Kichigahara Post Office
Yunogo Post Office
北原簡易郵便局
北原簡易郵便局
飯岡簡易郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hayashino

17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
吉ケ原八幡神社
天理教操山分教会
天石門別神社
安養寺
寶鑰山顕密寺
寿林寺
本経寺
法眼寺
湯神社
真木山長福寺
福本神社
荒神社
観音寺
観音寺
観音寺
長興寺
顕密寺

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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 Hayashino

What is the population of Hayashino?

Hayashino has a population of 25,939 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 94 people per square mile, spread across 274.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Hayashino expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,800, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $76,000 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $380 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Hayashino?

Hayashino enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.1 inches.

How is the job market in Hayashino?

The job market in Hayashino is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 830 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hayashino?

The median home value in Hayashino is $76,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $380.

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