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Isshōchi, Japan
Kumamoto · Japan
Isshōchi is a small town in Kumamoto, Japan with a population of 2,433. Elevation: 528 ft (161 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
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| Population | 2,433 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 528 ft (161 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.2423°, 130.6450° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Kumamoto |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 98.0 inches (2,490 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,200 |
| Median Age | 49.0 years |
About Isshōchi
Isshōchi is a small town in Japan (Kumamoto) with a population of 2,433. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet (161 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 98.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Isshōchi vs Japan Average
Income: Isshōchi vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,200 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 78 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $70,000 |
| 75% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $350 |
| 70% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 973 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.7°F |
| 7% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 178 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 528 ft (161 m) |
| Area | 119.7 sq mi (310.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.2423°N, 130.6450°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 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 | 65 km |
| 1780 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Astronomical | 6.0 m | — | 72 km |
| 1662 | HIUGANADA | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 200 | 141 km |
| 1914 | SEIKAIDO | Eruption | 3.0 m | 63 | 74 km |
| 1769 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.5 m | — | 128 km |
| 1941 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 2 | 140 km |
| 1939 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 1 | 128 km |
| 1931 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 1 | 137 km |
| 1961 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.7 m | 2 | 130 km |
| 1996 | KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 87 km |
| 2024 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 102 km |
| 1970 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 99 km |
| 1899 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 133 km |
| 2025 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 99 km |
| 1996 | SEA OF JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 81 km |
| 1984 | KYUSHU, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 123 km |
| 1969 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 137 km |
| 1987 | KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 2 | 115 km |
| 1828 | AMAKUSA SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 80 km |
| 1781 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Astronomical | — | 38 | 74 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kirishimayama (40 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kirishimayama | Shield | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2018 | 40 km |
| Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike | Maar(s) | 40 m (131 ft) | -6200 | 53 km |
| Unzendake | Complex | 1,483 m (4,865 ft) | 1996 | 66 km |
| Aira | Caldera | 1,117 m (3,665 ft) | 2020 | 72 km |
| Asosan | Caldera | 1,592 m (5,223 ft) | 2020 | 83 km |
| Kujusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,791 m (5,876 ft) | 1996 | 110 km |
| Ata | Caldera(s) | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 885 | 114 km |
| Yufu-Tsurumi | Lava dome(s) | 1,584 m (5,197 ft) | 867 | 135 km |
| Kikai | Caldera | 704 m (2,310 ft) | 2020 | 164 km |
| Fukue | Shield(s) | 315 m (1,033 ft) | -400 | 175 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 6.6 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 8.5 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 10.0 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 18.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 18.2 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 9.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 8.5 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
Isshōchi has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 38°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 98.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (18.2") and December the driest (2.8").
Schools in Isshōchi
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 村立一勝地第一小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立一勝地第二小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立一勝地第二小学校俣口分校(休校中) | — | — | — | — |
| 村立球磨中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立神瀬小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Watari Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Isshōchi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Isshōchi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| えびの市歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| つなぎ美術館 | ||||
| 人吉城歴史館 | ||||
| 人吉海軍航空基地資料館 | ||||
| 人吉海軍航空基地資料館 | ||||
| 人吉鉄道ミュージアム MOZOCAステーション868 | ||||
| 伊佐市大口歴史民俗鉄道資料館 | ||||
| 伊佐市歴史民俗鉄道記念資料館 | ||||
| 山の中の海軍の町 にしき ひみつ基地ミュージアム | ||||
| 山の中の海軍の町 にしき ひみつ基地ミュージアム | ||||
| 鉄道資料館 |
Libraries in Isshōchi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| あさぎり町深田校区公民館図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| えびの市民図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 人吉市図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 伊佐市立大口図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 市立姫戸図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 水俣市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 芦北町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 菱刈町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 錦町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 錦町図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Isshōchi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ひめんなきなっせ市場 | |||||
| 吉無田商店 |
Train Stations in Isshōchi
6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Isshōchi
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gokase Highland Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Isshōchi
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kagoshima Airport | KOJ | Large Airport |
| Kumamoto Airport | KMJ | Large Airport |
| Nagasaki Airport | NGS | Large Airport |
| Amakusa Airport | AXJ | Medium Airport |
| JMSDF Omura Air Base | OMJ | Small Airport |
| Shirakawa Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Taragi Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ubuyama Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Isshōchi
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 一勝地郵便局 | |
| 渡郵便局 | |
| 神瀬郵便局 |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Isshōchi?
Isshōchi has a population of 2,433 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 119.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Isshōchi expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,200, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $70,000 (75% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $350 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 Isshōchi?
Isshōchi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 98.0 inches.
How is the job market in Isshōchi?
The job market in Isshōchi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 78 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Isshōchi?
The median home value in Isshōchi is $70,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $350.