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Hirao, Japan
Yamaguchi · Japan
Hirao is a small city in Yamaguchi, Japan with a population of 11,914. Elevation: -7 ft (-2 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
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| Population | 11,914 |
| Population Density | 435 / sq mi |
| Elevation | -7 ft (-2 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.9383°, 132.0717° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Yamaguchi |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.8 inches (1,722 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $29,400 |
| Median Age | 51.6 years |
About Hirao
Hirao is a small city in Japan (Yamaguchi) with a population of 11,914. The city sits at an elevation of -7 feet (-2 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Hirao vs Japan Average
Income: Hirao vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $29,400 |
| 61% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 381 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $68,000 |
| 76% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $340 |
| 71% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 4,766 |
Property Tax
Climate in Hirao
Hirao has an average annual temperature of 16.1°C (61°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.6°C), the coldest is Jan (5.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1680 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.3°F |
| 10% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 213 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | -7 ft (-2 m) |
| Area | 27.4 sq mi (71.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 435/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9383°N, 132.0717°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | 99 km |
| 1596 | BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU | Eruption + Earthquake | 8.0 m | 708 | 79 km |
| 1872 | SW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 804 | 107 km |
| 1899 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 139 km |
| 1715 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 79 km |
| 1698 | SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 79 km |
| 1597 | BEPPU BAY, JAPAN | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 40 | 83 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Abu (76 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Abu | Shield(s) | 641 m (2,103 ft) | -6850 | 76 km |
| Yufu-Tsurumi | Lava dome(s) | 1,584 m (5,197 ft) | 867 | 97 km |
| Kujusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,791 m (5,876 ft) | 1996 | 122 km |
| Sanbesan | Stratovolcano | 1,126 m (3,694 ft) | 650 | 143 km |
| Asosan | Caldera | 1,592 m (5,223 ft) | 2020 | 148 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 7.3 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 7.3 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 11.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 9.8 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 7.8 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
Hirao has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 41°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 67.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.1") and December the driest (1.9").
Schools in Hirao
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立佐賀小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立平生中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立平生小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立麻郷小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立麻里府小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Hirao
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Hirao
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kashiwabara Museum | ||||
| Kikkawa Historical Museum | ||||
| 伊藤公資料館 | ||||
| 光ふるさと郷土館 | ||||
| 光市文化センター | ||||
| 周防大島町久賀歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 商家博物館・むろやの園 | ||||
| 大島歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 岩国しろへびの館 | ||||
| 岩国城 | ||||
| 岩国学校教育資料館 | ||||
| 岩国徴古館 | ||||
| 岩国石人形ミニ資料館 | ||||
| 平生町歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 平生町民具館 | ||||
| 日本ハワイ移民資料館 | ||||
| 月性展示館 | ||||
| 海来館 | ||||
| 田布施郷土館 | ||||
| 由宇歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 石城の里三国志城 | ||||
| 酒井酒造美術館・五橋文庫 | ||||
| 阿多田交流館 |
Libraries in Hirao
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 下松市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 光市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 周南市立熊毛図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 周防大島町立久賀図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 周防大島町立大島図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 周防大島町立橘図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 周防大島町立橘図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 岩国市福祉会館図書室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 岩国市立中央図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 岩国市立岩国図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 岩国市立玖珂図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 岩国市立由宇図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 市立図書館 大和分室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 平生町立平生図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 柳井市立大畠図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 柳井市立柳井図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 田布施町立田布施図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Hirao
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 地方卸売市場 | |||||
| 室積生鮮市場 | |||||
| 岩国市地方卸売市場 |
Stadiums & Teams in Hirao
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Hirao
3 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 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Hirao
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Matsuyama Airport | MYJ | Large Airport |
| Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport | IWK | Medium Airport |
| Iwami Airport | IWJ | Medium Airport |
| JASDF Hofu Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| Oita Airport | OIT | Medium Airport |
| Fukuda Nishidai Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hoei Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hofu Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Suginohaku Hobby Field Ultralightport | — | Small Airport |
| Tachibana Wind Park | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Hirao
8 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Atsuki Post Office | |
| Hirao Post Office | |
| Hirao Sone Post Office | |
| Marifu Post Office | |
| Ogo Post Office | |
| Saga Post Office | |
| Suo Ono Summary Post Office | |
| 平生曽根郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hirao
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 心光寺 | |
| 白鳥神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Hirao
What is the population of Hirao?
Hirao has a population of 11,914 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 435 people per square mile, spread across 27.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Hirao expensive to live in?
The median household income is $29,400, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $68,000 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $340 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Hirao?
Hirao enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.8 inches.
How is the job market in Hirao?
The job market in Hirao is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 381 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Hirao?
The median home value in Hirao is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.