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Hioki, Japan

Kagoshima · Japan

Hioki is a small town in Kagoshima, Japan with a population of 0. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
104.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$26,600 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$26,600 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,000 home value, $320/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population0
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$26,600
Unemployment2.6%

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,000
Rent$320

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
Rain104.1 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates31.5833°, 130.3500°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKagoshima
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation104.1 inches (2,645 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.3 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$26,600
Median Age49.1 years

About Hioki

Hioki is a small town in Japan (Kagoshima) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 104.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Hioki has a population of 0 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 316.1 square miles. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

0
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above Japan avg
316.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Hioki vs Japan Average

The median household income in Hioki is $26,600, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average).

Income: Hioki vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,600
65% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)0

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hioki is $64,000, 77% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $320 (72% below the national average of $1,163). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$64,000
77% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$320
72% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units0

Property Tax

Climate in Hioki

Hioki has an average annual temperature of 19.1°C (66°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.3°C), the coldest is Jan (9°C). Average annual precipitation is 2425 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 9°C / 48°F 4.8° / 13.1° 80.3
Feb 10.2°C / 50°F 5.8° / 14.6° 113.4
Mar 13°C / 55°F 8.6° / 17.5° 158.6
Apr 17.1°C / 63°F 12.6° / 21.6° 191.6
May 21.4°C / 71°F 17.2° / 25.5° 205.5
Jun 24.5°C / 76°F 21.3° / 27.6° 569.6
Jul 28.6°C / 83°F 25.2° / 31.9° 365.6
Aug 29.3°C / 85°F 25.9° / 32.7° 232.1
Sep 26.6°C / 80°F 23.1° / 30.2° 209.8
Oct 21.8°C / 71°F 17.8° / 25.8° 100.2
Nov 16.3°C / 61°F 12° / 20.6° 102.4
Dec 11°C / 52°F 6.8° / 15.3° 95.6
Hioki enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 272 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 104.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above Japan avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area316.1 sq mi (818.7 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates31.5833°N, 130.3500°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 104.1"
174% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 16.20"
Driest Month (Dec) 3.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

655 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M5.5 on Aug 16, 2025.

Aug 8, 2024 2024 Hyuganada Sea, Japan Earthquake M7.1 111 km
Apr 15, 2016 6 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M7.0 140 km
Jan 13, 2025 15 km SE of Miyazaki, Japan M6.8 117 km
Oct 19, 1996 5 km SE of Miyazaki, Japan M6.7 111 km
Dec 2, 1996 17 km SW of Miyazaki, Japan M6.7 94 km
Oct 18, 1996 20 km SSE of Nishinoomote, Japan M6.6 133 km
Jan 24, 1999 15 km SSE of Nishinoomote, Japan M6.4 128 km
Jan 8, 2019 16 km SSE of Nishinoomote, Japan M6.3 129 km
Sep 3, 2009 32 km WSW of Makurazaki, Japan M6.2 59 km
Apr 14, 2016 2 km SSE of Kumamoto, Japan M6.2 138 km
May 9, 2019 43 km ESE of Miyazaki, Japan M6.2 143 km
Mar 26, 1997 16 km NE of Satsumasendai, Japan M6.1 38 km
May 13, 1997 1 km WNW of Satsumasendai, Japan M6.1 28 km
Apr 2, 2025 56 km ENE of Nishinoomote, Japan M6.1 130 km
Dec 16, 1998 22 km S of Kushima, Japan M6.0 95 km
Apr 14, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M6.0 129 km
Jun 25, 2000 33 km S of Kushima, Japan M6.0 93 km
Apr 30, 1994 8 km SSE of Kushima, Japan M5.9 91 km
May 3, 2020 139 km WSW of Kushikino, Japan M5.9 145 km
Sep 23, 1992 17 km SSW of Makurazaki, Japan M5.8 52 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

74 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Shanshan (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 3 27 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 3 25 km
2020 Haishen Category 3 111 km
2020 Maysak Category 2 284 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 113 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 274 km
2018 Trami Category 2 131 km
2018 Soulik Category 2 267 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 208 km
2017 Noru Category 1 111 km
2016 Malakas Category 3 45 km
2016 Namtheun Category 2 97 km
2015 Goni Category 3 33 km
2014 Phanfone Category 3 207 km
2014 Halong Category 1 206 km
2013 Danas Category 3 287 km
2012 Sanba Category 3 243 km
2012 Damrey Category 1 166 km
2012 Guchol Category 1 248 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 233 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

17 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 15,000 130 km
1780 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Astronomical 6.0 m 33 km
1914 SEIKAIDO Eruption 3.0 m 63 30 km
1961 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.7 m 2 137 km
1996 KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.6 m 111 km
2024 HYUGANADA SEA Earthquake 0.5 m 112 km
1970 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.3 m 145 km
2025 HYUGANADA SEA Earthquake 0.2 m 118 km
1996 SEA OF JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m 94 km
1996 KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.2 m 133 km
1987 KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.0 m 2 149 km
1828 AMAKUSA SEA Earthquake 121 km
1781 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Astronomical 38 30 km
1780 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Astronomical 33 km
1619 YATSUSHIRO, JAPAN Earthquake 105 km
766 N. KAGOSHIMA BAY Astronomical 33 km
744 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1,520 92 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aira (29 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Aira Caldera 1,117 m (3,665 ft) 2020 29 km
Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike Maar(s) 40 m (131 ft) -6200 31 km
Ata Caldera(s) 924 m (3,031 ft) 885 46 km
Kirishimayama Shield 1,700 m (5,577 ft) 2018 62 km
Kikai Caldera 704 m (2,310 ft) 2020 88 km
Kuchinoerabujima Stratovolcano(es) 657 m (2,156 ft) 2020 127 km
Unzendake Complex 1,483 m (4,865 ft) 1996 131 km
Asosan Caldera 1,592 m (5,223 ft) 2020 161 km
Kuchinoshima Stratovolcano(es) 628 m (2,060 ft) 1190 184 km
Fukue Shield(s) 315 m (1,033 ft) -400 185 km
Kujusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,791 m (5,876 ft) 1996 187 km
Nakanoshima Stratovolcano(es) 979 m (3,212 ft) 1914 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
February 45°F (7°C) 4.3 in Coldest
March 51°F (10°C) 6.1 in
April 59°F (15°C) 8.5 in
May 66°F (19°C) 9.6 in
June 72°F (22°C) 16.2 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 13.3 in
August 80°F (27°C) 8.8 in Warmest
September 75°F (24°C) 8.5 in
October 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in
November 56°F (14°C) 3.7 in
December 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in Driest

Hioki has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 45°F in February to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 90.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (16.2") and December the driest (3.4").

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Schools in Hioki

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立吹上中学校
市立日吉中学校
日置市立吹上中学校
日置市立花田小学校
日置市立日吉学園
日置市立伊作小学校
鹿児島県立吹上高等学校
日置市立永吉小学校
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Radio Stations near Hioki

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Hioki

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chiran Peace Museum for Kamikaze Pilots
Chiran Regional Museum
Jigenryu History Museum
Kagoshima City Museum of Art
Kasasa ebisu
Museum of the Meiji Restoration
Reimeikan, Kagoshima Prefectural Center for Historical Material
Saigo Nanshu memorial museum
Sakurajima Visitor Centre
Satsuma Students Museum
Sengan-En
Sengan-en
Shōko Shūsei-kan
The Firefly Pavilion - Tomiya Resutaurant (reproduction)
The Firefly Pavilion - Tomiya Resutaurant (reproduction)
The Kagoshima University Museum
The Kagoshima University Museum
かごしま環境未来館
かごしま近代文学館・かごしまメルヘン館
せんだい宇宙館
ふるさと考古歴史館
万世特攻平和祈念館
三宅美術館
中村晋也美術館
元外相東郷茂徳記念館
児玉美術館
入来郷土館
南さつま市加世田郷土資料館
南さつま市歴史交流館金峰
南薩鉄道記念館
吉井淳二美術館
大浦くじら館
宇宙情報館
川内まごころ文学館
川内原子力発電所展示館
日置市吹上歴史民俗資料館
杜氏の里焼酎づくり伝承展示館
焼酎資料館
石橋記念公園記念館
笠沙美術館
美山陶遊館
苗代川民陶館
薩摩川内市入来郷土館
薩摩川内市川内歴史資料館
薩摩川内市樋脇郷土館
諏訪運動公園管理事務所郷土科学館
野間岬ウィンドパーク展示館
長島美術館
陽山美術館
鹿児島国際大学博物館実習施設考古学ミュージアム
鹿児島市立科学館
鹿児島県立博物館

Libraries in Hioki

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Satsuma Students Library0.0
串木野市立図書館0.0
加世田市立図書館0.0
川辺町立図書館0.0
日置市立中央図書館0.0
日置市立中央図書館日吉分館0.0
日置市立東市来図書館0.0
泉町児童図書館0.0
知覧町立図書館0.0
笠沙町立図書館0.0
薩摩川内市立中央図書館0.0
薩摩川内市立図書館入来分館0.0
薩摩川内市立図書館樋脇分館0.0
鹿児島大学附属図書館中央図書館0.0
鹿児島市松元公民館図書室0.0
鹿児島市立図書館0.0
鹿児島県立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Hioki

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Asaichi Morning Market
Asaichi Morning Market
市来えびす市場
鹿児島中央卸売市場魚類市場
鹿児島中央家畜市場
鹿児島市中央卸売市場青果市場
鹿児島花市場

Hotels in Hioki

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

国民宿舎吹上砂丘荘

Restaurants in Hioki

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

そば茶屋吹上庵
ひよし食堂
八重さくら
南湯食堂 恵
正ちゃん

Clinics in Hioki

5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

しいの内科クリニック
みゆきクリニック
前原やすしクリニック
吹上クリニック
山之内クリニック

Bus Stations in Hioki

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Izaku

Gas Stations in Hioki

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cosmo
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
JA-SS
JA-SS
JP #5749401582
JP #6119374600

Banks in Hioki

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JA Bank
JA Bank
Kagoshima Bank
南日本銀行
鹿児島相互信用金庫

Stadiums & Teams in Hioki

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Hioki

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kagoshima AirportKOJLarge Airport
JMSDF Kanoya Air BaseMedium Airport
Taragi Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Hioki

10 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
ヤマト運輸
与倉簡易郵便局
吉利郵便局
吹上永吉郵便局
吹上温泉郵便局
吹上郵便局
日新簡易郵便局
日置住吉簡易郵便局
日置郵便局
花田簡易郵便局

Treatment Centers in Hioki

76 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
JA厚生連健康管理センター
JIN Mental Clinic
KataseClinic
MASUDA CLINIC
Yメンタルクリニック
あいこう皮膚科クリニック
アトール鹿児島スキンクリニック
いとう整形外科クリニック
いまきいれ耳鼻咽喉科
いわや内科・内視鏡クリニック
うえの内科・循環器内科クリニック
うえの耳鼻咽喉科クリニック
おけたにクリニック
かごしまIBD消化器内科クリニック
かごしまたんぽぽ小児科
きじま内科
キタゾノクリニック
きやまクリニック
こうらい町整形外科
ささきクリニック
サテライトろうけん青空
しげのぶ内科クリニック
シモノクリニック
しもほんじ医院
しらさわ歯科
しんやしきクリニック
そふと歯科
ナカノ在宅医療クリニック
ながはまクリニック
はぁと診療所
はやかわ循環器内科クリニック
ひさまつクリニック
ひなたクリニック
ひらやま脳神経外科
ふくだクリニック
プリムラクリニック
みなみクリニック
よしながウイメンズクリニック
よしのぶクリニック
わきた内科・脳神経内科
ヲサメ内科クリニック
七波クリニック
中村(哲)産婦人科・内科
中洲整形外科
今村小児科
健三郎クリニック
健三郎クリニック薬師
入退院支援センター
八重倉医院
前田内科消化器科
厚仁会クリニック
四枝内科
坂元内科胃腸科
大山眼科
宮路胃腸科内科クリニック
山口克也内科
山口浩士クリニック内科・循環器内科
有馬新一クリニック
梅林クリニック
武井内科クリニック
清泉クリニック
福元クリニック
竹ファミリー内科クリニック
竹内レディースクリニック
耳鼻咽喉科ミック
西蔭メディカルクリニック
西陵クリニック
貴島消化器内科クリニック
通所リハビリテーションかがやき
野口クリニック
高見馬場Junクリニック
高見馬場山口クリニック
鴨池生協クリニック
鹿児島三井中央クリニック
鹿児島中央整形外科スポーツクリニック
𠮷井ひふ科

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hioki

15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
三光寺
久多島神社
南方神社
厳浄寺
吹上護国神社
大汝牟遅神社
妙見神社
常楽寺
日置八幡神社
明信寺
最勝寺
福博寺
蛭子神社
鬼丸神社
龍泉寺

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 Hioki

Is Hioki expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,600, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $64,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $320 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 Hioki?

Hioki enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 104.1 inches.

How is the job market in Hioki?

The job market in Hioki is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Hioki?

The median home value in Hioki is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.

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