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Iga, Japan

Mie · Japan

Iga is a mid-size city in Mie, Japan with a population of 88,895. Elevation: 499 ft (152 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
88,895 Population 313/sq mi density
499 ft Elevation 152 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
63.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$32,200 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$32,200 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $400/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population88,895
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density313/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,200
Unemployment2.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$400
Housing Units35,558

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain63.8 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Population88,895
Population Density313 / sq mi
Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Coordinates34.7580°, 136.1347°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceMie
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation63.8 inches (1,621 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,200
Median Age48.8 years

About Iga

Iga is a mid-size city in Japan (Mie) with a population of 88,895. The city sits at an elevation of 499 feet (152 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Iga has a population of 88,895 with a density of 313 people per square mile, spread across 283.9 square miles. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

88,895
Total Population
313
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above Japan avg
283.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Iga vs Japan Average

The median household income in Iga is $32,200, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 45 business establishments, including 14 restaurants.

Income: Iga vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,200
57% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)45

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare18
Retail4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Iga is $80,000, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $400 (66% below the national average of $1,163). There are 35,558 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$80,000
72% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$400
66% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units35,558

Property Tax

Climate in Iga

Iga 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 1365 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / 8° 49.9
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / 9.2° 71.6
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / 12.7° 98.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / 19.4° 105.9
May 0°C / 32°F - / 24.5° 99.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / 26.9° 164.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / 31.2° 200.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / 32.5° 140.9
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / 28.2° 151.1
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / 22.2° 143.7
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / 16.3° 71.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / 10.6° 67.5
Iga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 499 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above Japan avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Geography

Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Area283.9 sq mi (735.2 km²)
Population Density313/sq mi
Coordinates34.7580°N, 136.1347°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.8"
68% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.45"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

550 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 24, 2025.

Jan 16, 1995 8 km S of Akashi, Japan M6.9 104 km
Apr 11, 1990 11 km ENE of Maizuru, Japan M6.1 101 km
Jul 7, 1995 62 km SSE of Toba, Japan M6.0 126 km
Apr 12, 2013 6 km WNW of Sumoto, Japan M5.8 127 km
May 23, 1997 38 km SSE of Tahara, Japan M5.8 131 km
Jun 1, 1998 17 km SW of Owase, Japan M5.8 91 km
Aug 7, 1992 21 km N of Miyazu, Japan M5.8 140 km
Feb 26, 2025 38 km ESE of Shingū, Japan M5.8 130 km
Aug 20, 1999 22 km SE of Kainan, Japan M5.7 106 km
Nov 18, 2013 25 km SE of Toba, Japan M5.6 96 km
Mar 16, 1997 5 km NE of Toyokawa, Japan M5.6 120 km
Apr 21, 2000 27 km NNE of Maizuru, Japan M5.5 117 km
Oct 30, 2000 western Honshu, Japan M5.5 51 km
Jun 17, 2018 near the south coast of western Honshu, Japan M5.5 46 km
Aug 1, 2007 42 km ESE of Owase, Japan M5.5 105 km
Jan 18, 2003 67 km SSE of Toba, Japan M5.5 132 km
Sep 24, 2003 5 km WNW of Ayabe, Japan M5.4 106 km
May 9, 2022 7 km NE of Toba, Japan M5.3 74 km
Jan 6, 2004 36 km S of Ise, Japan M5.3 83 km
Apr 22, 1998 18 km SE of Hikone, Japan M5.2 51 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

49 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lan (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 2 124 km
2019 Faxai Category 4 273 km
2019 Hagibis Category 2 223 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 96 km
2018 Trami Category 1 121 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 132 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 93 km
2017 Lan Category 2 180 km
2017 Noru Category 1 127 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 259 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 109 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 266 km
2011 Roke Category 3 113 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 191 km
2010 Chaba Category 1 298 km
2009 Melor Category 1 95 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 157 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 246 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 204 km
2004 Ma-on Category 4 205 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

19 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 3,022 133 km
1944 OFF SOUTHEAST COAST KII PENINSULA Earthquake 10.0 m 1,223 122 km
1855 ENSHUNADA Earthquake 3.0 m - 137 km
1520 KII, KUMANANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 130 km
1510 OSAKA BAY Earthquake 2.0 m - 69 km
1408 KUMANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 128 km
1403 KUMANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 122 km
922 KUMANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 119 km
1909 ANEGAWA, JAPAN Earthquake 1.8 m 41 73 km
1945 TOKAIDO Earthquake 1.0 m 2,306 98 km
1995 KOBE, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 6,434 99 km
1791 OASAKA BAY Earthquake - - 73 km
1708 TOKAIDO Earthquake - - 116 km
1666 AICHI PREFECTURE Earthquake - - 66 km
1586 ISE BAY Earthquake - 8,000 66 km
1331 OFF TANABE, WAKAYAMA PREFECTURE Earthquake - - 146 km
745 OSAKA BAY, JAPAN Earthquake - - 78 km
704 KUMANONADA Earthquake - - 119 km
701 SEA OF JAPAN Earthquake - - 124 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hakusan (166 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Hakusan Stratovolcano 2,702 m (8,865 ft) 1659 166 km
Ontakesan Complex 3,067 m (10,062 ft) 2014 176 km
Norikuradake Stratovolcano(es) 3,026 m (9,928 ft) -50 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 2.6 in
March 43°F (6°C) 4.3 in
April 53°F (12°C) 5.9 in
May 62°F (17°C) 6.2 in
June 69°F (21°C) 9.5 in Wettest
July 76°F (25°C) 8.6 in
August 78°F (26°C) 6.4 in Warmest
September 71°F (22°C) 8.5 in
October 60°F (16°C) 5.3 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
December 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in Driest

Iga has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 37°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 63.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.5") and December the driest (1.7").

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Colleges & Universities in Iga

Institution Type Founded Website
近畿大学工業高等専門学校 College - Visit →

Schools in Iga

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立中瀬小学校 - - - -
市立依那古小学校 - - - -
市立友生小学校 - - - -
市立河合小学校 - - - -
市立猪田小学校 - - - -
市立西柘植小学校 - - - -
市立阿山中学校 - - - -
市立霊峰中学校 - - - -
市立鞆田小学校 - - - -
市立府中小学校 - - - -
伊賀白鳳高校グラウンド - - - -
県立伊賀白鳳高等学校 - - - -
市立緑ヶ丘中学校 - - - -
市立上野東小学校 - - - -
市立大山田小学校 - - - -
市立大山田中学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Iga

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AshiyaRadio〜アシヤ・ラヂヲ〜 bossa nova, jazz AAC 192 kbps

Museums in Iga

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
akaike
Akame Natural History Museum
Kenzen gama kilns and clay gallery
Miho Museum
Old Ot elementary school
Old Sumo school
Shiga Prefectural Museum of Modern Art
Shiga Safari Museum
Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park
Shigaraki Pottery Museum
Tanikan gama clay port gallery
こうもり博物館
まつながたかを美術館
みなくち子どもの森
みなくち子どもの森自然館
ルーブル彫刻美術館
伊賀信楽古陶館
伊賀越資料館
名張市埋蔵文化財センター
大和玉仙閣美術館
大和高原民俗資料館
宗宝蔵
展示館
巖谷一六・小波記念室
数寄和ギャラリー
旧柳生藩小山田家老屋敷
東海道石部宿歴史民俗資料館
東町だんじり蔵
柘植歴史民俗資料館
水のめぐみ館 アクア琵琶
滋賀県埋蔵文化センター
田上郷土史料館
田上郷土史料館収蔵庫
田上鉱物博物館
甲南ふれあいの館
甲賀市水口城資料館
甲賀市水口城資料館
甲賀市水口歴史民俗資料館
甲賀市立信楽産業展示館
甲賀市立甲賀歴史民俗資料館
甲賀忍術博物館
美杉ふるさと資料館
膳所歴史資料室
膳所焼美術館
芭蕉翁記念館

Libraries in Iga

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Iga Ueno City Library0.0
Koka city Minakuchi library0.0
Tsuchiyama Public Library0.0
うぐいす図書館0.0
メディアライブラリー0.0
メディアライブラリー0.0
上野点字図書館0.0
名張市立図書館0.0
図書館0.0
図書館0.0
大山田図書室0.0
榛原町立図書館0.0
滋賀県立図書館0.0
甲西図書館0.0
甲賀市信楽図書館0.0
甲賀市甲南図書交流館0.0
甲賀市甲賀図書情報館0.0
草津市立南草津図書館0.0
草津市立南草津図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Iga

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
JA伊賀南部桐ケ丘店
月ヶ瀬温泉ふれあい市場
月ヶ瀬温泉ふれあい市場
水口卸売市場

Hotels in Iga

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ヒルホテル サンピア伊賀

Restaurants in Iga

12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jidaiya Iga
michiと絲
Takoyaki キッチン 伊賀発 大和
Washoku Sato
うどん こてつ
ビストロマルシェ
べにや
ますだ
ますだ
太陽
寿司丸忠 イオン伊賀上野店
郷(さと)

Cafes in Iga

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafeteria Hanabusa

Castles in Iga

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

福地城

Theme Parks in Iga

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

伊賀の里モクモク手づくりファーム

Clinics in Iga

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

紀平医院

Dentists in Iga

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

馬場

Train Stations in Iga

10 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ichibe
Idamichi
Idamichi
Inako
Kayamachi
Kuwamachi
Sanagu
Shijuku
Shindō
Tsuge

Gas Stations in Iga

11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cosmo
ENEOS
ENEOS
Idemitsu Kosan
Idemitsu Kosan
JA
Showa-shell
太陽石油
宇佐美鉱油
西フリ ガソリンスタンド
西尾

Banks in Iga

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JA
三重銀行
北伊勢上野信用金庫 みなみ支店
百五銀行

Shopping Malls in Iga

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aeon Town Iga Ueno

Golf Courses in Iga

5 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ayama Country Club
Japan Classic Country Club
Meihan Chisun Country Club
Meihan Royal Golf Club
ルート25GC

Breweries in Iga

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
ゆめの里 かずら(農事組合法人)

Stadiums & Teams in Iga

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Iga

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Gozaisho Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Biwako Valley 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kutsuki Snow Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hakodateyama Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Iga

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chubu Centrair International AirportNGOLarge Airport
Osaka Itami International AirportITMLarge Airport
Gifu AirportQGUMedium Airport
Yao Airport-Medium Airport
Hikone Kojinyama Hangglider Park-Small Airport
Ichishicho Gliderport-Small Airport
JGSDF Akeno Airfield-Small Airport
JGSDF Shinodayama Airfield-Small Airport
Kisogawa Gliderport-Small Airport
Kushidagawa Gliderport-Small Airport
Locus Lake Biwa Flying Adventure / Lake Biwa MPPG Paraglider Airfield-Small Airport
Ono Gliderport-Small Airport
Ryu's Skypark-Small Airport
Tatsuda Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Iga

16 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Awa Post Office
Ayama Post Office
Iga Post Office
Iga Yumegaoka Post Office
Inako Post Office
Mibuno Post Office
Oyamada Post Office
Sanagu Post Office
Tomoda Post Office
Tomono Post Office
Tsuge Post Office
Ueno Midorigaoka Post Office
Ueno Nonimachi Post Office
上野桑町郵便局
中瀬簡易郵便局
布引簡易郵便局

Treatment Centers in Iga

26 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
かとう医院
さとうこどもクリニック
たか耳鼻咽喉科医院
ののむら眼科
はえうち診療所
ハピネスバースクリニック
上原医院
加藤内科胃腸科
大道医院
奥村医院
小西医院
岡島内科胃腸科医院
川会内科医院
桂医院
桂川レディースクリニック
棚橋整形外科医院
横田眼科
瀬田クリニック
瀬田耳鼻咽喉科
玉川医院
竹下整形外科
竹林ウィメンズクリニック
藤井皮膚科クリニック
西村外科医院
駒井クリニック
鶴岡眼科医院

Churches & Religious Organizations in Iga

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
北向水掛地蔵尊
増田神社
大光寺
敢國神社
春日寺
春日神社
浅間社
猪田神社
阿弥陀寺

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

Around Iga

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 20
Hospitals 8
Pharmacies 10
Restaurants 14
Cafes 5
Supermarkets 4
Banks 3
Museums 6
Hotels 1
Parks 64
Police Stations 1
Places of Worship 12

🇯🇵 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 Iga

What is the population of Iga?

Iga has a population of 88,895 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 313 people per square mile, spread across 283.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Iga expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,200, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $80,000 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $400 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 Iga?

Iga 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 76°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.8 inches.

How is the job market in Iga?

The job market in Iga is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 45 business establishments in the area, including 14 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Iga?

The median home value in Iga is $80,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

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