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Hiwasaura, Japan

Tokushima · Japan

Hiwasaura is a small city in Tokushima, Japan with a population of 6,222. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
6,222 Population 15/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
73.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,400 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$28,400 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population6,222
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density15/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,400
Unemployment2.4%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units2,489

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain73.1 in/yr
Sunny Days203/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population6,222
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates33.7326°, 134.5374°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceTokushima
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation73.1 inches (1,856 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,400
Median Age51.0 years

About Hiwasaura

Hiwasaura is a small city in Japan (Tokushima) with a population of 6,222. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Hiwasaura has a population of 6,222 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 412.3 square miles. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,222
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above Japan avg
412.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Hiwasaura vs Japan Average

The median household income in Hiwasaura is $28,400, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 199 business establishments.

Income: Hiwasaura vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,400
62% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)199

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hiwasaura is $68,000, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $340 (71% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,489 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

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 Units2,489

Property Tax

Hiwasaura enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above Japan avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days203 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area412.3 sq mi (1,067.9 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates33.7326°N, 134.5374°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 73.1"
92% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.65"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

186 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.2 on Mar 6, 2025.

Jan 16, 1995 8 km S of Akashi, Japan M6.9 104 km
Jun 1, 1998 17 km SW of Owase, Japan M5.8 145 km
Apr 12, 2013 6 km WNW of Sumoto, Japan M5.8 76 km
Aug 20, 1999 22 km SE of Kainan, Japan M5.7 86 km
Mar 13, 2019 22 km ESE of Anan, Japan M5.2 31 km
Apr 26, 2007 15 km ESE of Niihama, Japan M5.1 102 km
Apr 14, 2000 10 km SSW of Tanabe, Japan M5.1 72 km
Oct 20, 1991 45 km SSW of Tanabe, Japan M5.1 79 km
Jan 16, 1995 20 km SW of Akashi, Japan M5.0 95 km
Jun 20, 2023 8 km E of Shingū, Japan M5.0 142 km
Jul 5, 2011 12 km NNW of Gob?, Japan M5.0 62 km
Jun 16, 2022 5 km S of Komatsushimach?, Japan M4.9 24 km
Feb 21, 2011 12 km NNW of Tanabe, Japan M4.9 74 km
Sep 28, 1990 24 km NNW of Kariya, Japan M4.9 137 km
Aug 22, 1994 39 km S of Anan, Japan M4.9 20 km
Jul 20, 2010 8 km WSW of Hashimoto, Japan M4.9 110 km
Oct 13, 1995 10 km ESE of Akashi, Japan M4.9 111 km
Oct 4, 2011 14 km SW of Wakimachi, Japan M4.8 53 km
Jan 8, 2012 29 km SSW of K?ya, Japan M4.8 91 km
Aug 9, 2011 19 km SSW of K?ya, Japan M4.8 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

56 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Nakri (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Nakri Category 1 291 km
2023 Lan Category 2 108 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 10 km
2018 Trami Category 1 61 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 7 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 251 km
2017 Lan Category 2 245 km
2017 Noru Category 1 15 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 142 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 84 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 114 km
2014 Halong Category 1 141 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 130 km
2011 Roke Category 4 158 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 16 km
2009 Melor Category 1 152 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 109 km
2007 Usagi Category 3 294 km
2007 Man-yi Category 1 198 km
2005 Mawar Category 3 269 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

17 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 28.0 m (92 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1854 NANKAIDO Earthquake 28.0 m 3,000 82 km
1707 NANKAIDO Earthquake 25.7 m 5,000 64 km
1605 NANKAIDO Earthquake 10.0 m 5,000 88 km
1946 HONSHU: S COAST Earthquake 6.6 m 1,362 144 km
684 NANKAIDO Earthquake 3.0 m 146 km
1711 SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 1,000 80 km
1510 OSAKA BAY Earthquake 2.0 m 125 km
1808 E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 1.5 m 31 km
1948 TOKAIDO Earthquake 0.6 m 121 km
1995 KOBE, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 6,434 107 km
1791 OASAKA BAY Earthquake 117 km
1498 NANKAIDO Earthquake 67 km
1361 NANKAIDO Earthquake 660 92 km
1331 OFF TANABE, WAKAYAMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 61 km
1099 NANKAIDO Earthquake 121 km
887 NANKAIDO Earthquake 108 km
745 OSAKA BAY, JAPAN Earthquake 119 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in
March 48°F (9°C) 4.3 in
April 57°F (14°C) 6.8 in
May 65°F (18°C) 7.3 in
June 71°F (22°C) 10.9 in
July 78°F (25°C) 7.9 in
August 80°F (26°C) 7.4 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 11.7 in Wettest
October 64°F (18°C) 6.1 in
November 55°F (13°C) 4.2 in
December 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in Driest

Hiwasaura has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 42°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 73.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.7") and December the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Hiwasaura

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
町立由岐中学校阿部分校
町立阿部小学校
徳島科学技術高等学校日和佐マリンキャンパス
美波町立 日和佐小学校
町立由岐中学校
美波町立日和佐中学校
徳島県立阿南支援学校 ひわさ分校
町立由岐小学校
市立福井南小学校(休校中)
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Radio Stations near Hiwasaura

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Hiwasaura

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Anan Science Center
Hiwasa Sea Turtle Museum
ネイチャーセンター(徳島県立佐那河内いきものふれあいの里)
海洋自然博物館マリンジャム
海陽町立博物館
相生森林美術館
貝の資料館「モラスコむぎ」
那賀町山のおもちゃ美術館
那賀町木沢歴史民俗資料館
阿南市立阿波公方・民俗資料館

Libraries in Hiwasaura

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
勝浦町立図書館0.0
日和佐町立図書・資料館0.0
海陽町海南図書館0.0
牟岐町立図書館0.0
羽ノ浦町図書館0.0
那賀川町立図書館0.0
阿南市立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Hiwasaura

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
みはらしの丘あいさい広場

Hotels in Hiwasaura

8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hiwasa guest house
きよ美旅館
ビジネスホテル.ケアンズ
ふなつき旅館
ホテル白い燈台
むらかみ旅館
平しげ旅館
橋本屋旅館

Restaurants in Hiwasaura

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ひわさ屋

Cafes in Hiwasaura

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

喫茶タートル

Castles in Hiwasaura

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hiwasa Castle

Clinics in Hiwasaura

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

美波町国民健康保険日和佐診療所

Train Stations in Hiwasaura

6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hiwasa
Kiki
Kitagawachi
Tainohama
Yamagawachi
Yuki

Gas Stations in Hiwasaura

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JP #298725383
JP #298725396

Stadiums & Teams in Hiwasaura

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Hiwasaura

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ikawa Ski Resort 0.0 $0

Airports Near Hiwasaura

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kansai International AirportKIXLarge Airport
Takamatsu AirportTAKLarge Airport
Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air BaseTKSLarge Airport

Post Offices in Hiwasaura

6 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Abu Post Office
Hiwasa Post Office
Kiki Post Office
Yuki Post Office
志和岐簡易郵便局
阿南小野簡易郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hiwasaura

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
23 Yakuo-ji
山神社
恵比寿神社
打越寺
日和佐八幡神社
白鳥神社
金光教

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 Hiwasaura

What is the population of Hiwasaura?

Hiwasaura has a population of 6,222 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 412.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Hiwasaura expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,400, 62% 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 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Hiwasaura?

Hiwasaura enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.1 inches.

How is the job market in Hiwasaura?

The job market in Hiwasaura is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 199 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hiwasaura?

The median home value in Hiwasaura is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.

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