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Itoshima, Japan

Fukuoka · Japan

Itoshima is a mid-size city in Fukuoka, Japan with a population of 98,877. Elevation: 253 ft (77 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
98,877 Population 407/sq mi density
253 ft Elevation 77 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
67.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$32,000 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$32,000 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,000 home value, $420/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population98,877
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density407/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,000
Unemployment2.9%

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,000
Rent$420
Housing Units39,551

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain67.8 in/yr
Sunny Days213/yr
Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Population98,877
Population Density407 / sq mi
Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Coordinates33.5423°, 130.1842°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceFukuoka
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation67.8 inches (1,722 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,000
Median Age47.0 years

About Itoshima

Itoshima is a mid-size city in Japan (Fukuoka) with a population of 98,877. The city sits at an elevation of 253 feet (77 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Itoshima has a population of 98,877 with a density of 407 people per square mile, spread across 242.8 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

98,877
Total Population
407
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Japan avg
242.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Itoshima vs Japan Average

The median household income in Itoshima is $32,000, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 34 business establishments, including 10 restaurants.

Income: Itoshima vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,000
57% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)34

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare13
Retail5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Itoshima is $84,000, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $420 (64% below the national average of $1,163). There are 39,551 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,000
70% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$420
64% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units39,551

Property Tax

Climate in Itoshima

Itoshima has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.9°C), the coldest is Jan (7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1696 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 7°C / 45°F 3.9° / 10.2° 74.9
Feb 8°C / 46°F 4.5° / 11.5° 69.1
Mar 11°C / 52°F 7.1° / 14.9° 105.6
Apr 15.5°C / 60°F 11.3° / 19.7° 118.8
May 20.1°C / 68°F 16° / 24.2° 134.0
Jun 23.8°C / 75°F 20.3° / 27.2° 248.4
Jul 27.8°C / 82°F 24.5° / 31° 300.7
Aug 28.9°C / 84°F 25.4° / 32.4° 213.5
Sep 25.1°C / 77°F 21.6° / 28.6° 175.3
Oct 19.8°C / 68°F 16° / 23.7° 96.3
Nov 14.4°C / 58°F 10.6° / 18.1° 91.6
Dec 9.2°C / 49°F 5.8° / 12.6° 67.6
Itoshima enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 253 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above Japan avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days213 days/yr

Geography

Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Area242.8 sq mi (628.8 km²)
Population Density407/sq mi
Coordinates33.5423°N, 130.1842°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.8"
78% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 11.34"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

206 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 6, 2025.

Apr 15, 2016 6 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M7.0 99 km
Mar 20, 2005 28 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M6.6 30 km
Jun 11, 2006 15 km S of Tsukawaki, Japan M6.3 100 km
Apr 14, 2016 2 km SSE of Kumamoto, Japan M6.2 97 km
Apr 14, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M6.0 106 km
Apr 15, 2016 6 km S of Kikuchi, Japan M5.7 90 km
Apr 18, 2016 8 km NNE of Aso, Japan M5.5 103 km
Apr 19, 2005 8 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M5.5 11 km
Apr 15, 2016 10 km NE of Aso, Japan M5.5 108 km
May 22, 1998 9 km NE of Bungo-Takada-shi, Japan M5.5 124 km
Apr 14, 2016 14 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.4 107 km
Apr 15, 2016 5 km WSW of Aso, Japan M5.4 104 km
Apr 15, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M5.3 105 km
Apr 19, 2016 6 km NNE of Honmachi, Japan M5.3 117 km
Apr 14, 2016 4 km NNE of Uto, Japan M5.3 103 km
Apr 15, 2016 13 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.3 105 km
Oct 28, 1991 13 km SSW of Ube, Japan M5.2 101 km
Apr 16, 2016 8 km ENE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.2 96 km
Apr 15, 2016 13 km E of Uto, Japan M5.2 110 km
Apr 16, 2016 4 km N of Uto, Japan M5.1 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 2 116 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 2 39 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 2 205 km
2020 Haishen Category 2 118 km
2020 Maysak Category 2 189 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 81 km
2018 Trami Category 1 288 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 96 km
2017 Noru Category 1 277 km
2016 Malakas Category 2 249 km
2016 Chaba Category 1 215 km
2015 Goni Category 3 49 km
2014 Halong Category 1 291 km
2013 Danas Category 2 157 km
2012 Sanba Category 3 202 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 289 km
2007 Usagi Category 3 104 km
2007 Man-yi Category 2 226 km
2007 Nari Category 1 278 km
2006 Shanshan Category 2 55 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

8 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 89 km
1596 BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU Eruption + Earthquake 8.0 m 708 143 km
1828 AMAKUSA SEA Earthquake - - 108 km
1715 SEIKAIDO Earthquake - - 143 km
1698 SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO Earthquake - - 143 km
1619 YATSUSHIRO, JAPAN Earthquake - - 122 km
1597 BEPPU BAY, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake - 40 134 km
744 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake - 1,520 130 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Unzendake (88 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Unzendake Complex 1,483 m (4,865 ft) 1996 88 km
Kujusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,791 m (5,876 ft) 1996 111 km
Asosan Caldera 1,592 m (5,223 ft) 2020 113 km
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 116 km
Fukue Shield(s) 315 m (1,033 ft) -400 159 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 168 km
Kirishimayama Shield 1,700 m (5,577 ft) 2018 190 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in
March 48°F (9°C) 4.3 in
April 57°F (14°C) 5.6 in
May 65°F (18°C) 5.8 in
June 71°F (22°C) 11.3 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 10.8 in
August 80°F (27°C) 6.9 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 8.0 in
October 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in
November 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
December 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in Driest

Itoshima has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 42°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 67.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.3") and December the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Itoshima

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立加布里小学校 - - - -
市立南風小学校 - - - -
市立長糸小学校 - - - -
町立一貴山小学校 - - - -
町立引津小学校 - - - -
町立深江小学校 - - - -
糸島市立福吉中学校 - - - -
町立福吉小学校 - - - -
糸島市立二丈中学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Itoshima

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Itoshima

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Flower Museum
Folk History Data House
Former Karatsu Bank Head Office
Fukuoka Asian Art Museum
Fukuoka City Art Museum
Fukuoka City Museum
Fukuoka City Science Museum
Hakata History Museum
Hakata Machiya Folk Museum
Hakata Port Bayside Museum
Machiya Hall
Matsuro-kan Museum
Medical Museum of Kyushu University
Nokonoshima Museum
Old Takatori Family Residence
Tateishi Harumi Memorial Art Museum
Yasushima museum
さが水ものがたり館
上峰町郷土資料館
上峰町郷土資料館
九州大学総合研究博物館
伊都国歴史博物館
伊都民俗資料館
伊都郷土美術館
修猷資料館
動物科学館
博多の食と文化の博物館ハクハク
古代植物館
吉野ケ里遺跡展示室
味楽窯美術館
唐津市少年科学館
唐津曳山展示場
小笠原記念館
徐福長寿館
志摩町歴史資料館
旧大島邸
村田英雄記念館
東名縄文館
河村美術館
浜崎祇園山囃子保存会館
福岡東洋陶磁美術館
福岡県立糸島高等学校郷土博物館
福岡県立美術館
西南学院大学博物館
野方遺跡住居跡展示館

Libraries in Itoshima

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fukuoka City Public Library0.0
Kamimine Town Library0.0
Kamimine Town Library0.0
Kanzaki City Library0.0
Kanzaki City Library Sefuri Branch0.0
Karatsu City Modern Library0.0
Karatsu City Ouchi Library0.0
Kyushu University Central Library0.0
Nishikyushu University Library0.0
Science and Technology Library0.0
佐賀市立図書館三瀬館0.0
佐賀市立図書館大和館0.0
佐賀市立図書館富士館0.0
佐賀市立図書館金立分室0.0
前原市移動図書館0.0
吉野ヶ里町中央公民館図書室0.0
吉野ヶ里町東脊振公民館図書室0.0
唐津市七山公民館図書室0.0
唐津市北波多公民館図書室0.0
唐津市厳木公民館図書室0.0
唐津市浜玉公民館図書室0.0
城南図書館0.0
城南図書館0.0
早良南図書館0.0
福岡大学中央図書館0.0
福岡市 南図書館0.0
福岡市 南図書館0.0
福岡市中央図書館0.0
福岡市南図書館0.0
福岡市南図書館0.0
福岡市博多図書館0.0
福岡市博多図書館0.0
福岡市早良図書館0.0
福岡市早良図書館0.0
福岡市西図書館0.0
福岡市西図書館0.0
福岡市西部図書館0.0
福岡県立図書館0.0
福岡県立図書館 別館・こども図書館0.0
糸島市総合図書館0.0
西南学院大学図書館0.0
農村環境改善センター図書室0.0
農村環境改善センター図書室0.0
那珂川図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Itoshima

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
ITOSAISAI Farmer's Market
Narukaminosho
Yoshiduka Little Asian Market
Yoshiduka Little Asian Market
唐津うまかもん市場
福岡市中央卸売市場 鮮魚市場
蕨野棚田直売所

Hotels in Itoshima

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hill Stone Beachhouse
深江観光ホテル

Restaurants in Itoshima

24 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asahi Sushi
Bistro Bianca
Cafe Hiruneko
Itoshima Burger Restaurant goofy
Kissa Hiruneko
Kokopelli
Miraku
Robatajidori Yamaarashi
Seafood Shirahamaya
Tenjinbori
ドライブイン鳥
のぶりん
中宮丸
大栄丸
大門茶屋いろり
大黒丸
富士丸
徳栄丸
恵比須丸
本場インド料理 サフラン
白糸の滝 ふれあいの里
美咲亭
豊久丸
高栄丸

Cafes in Itoshima

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BAYROCKs
cafe lily
CROWNCOFFEE
Keya Beach Market
おやつ日和。

Dentists in Itoshima

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

かのう歯科

Train Stations in Itoshima

6 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chikuzen-Fukae
Dainyū
Fukuyoshi
Ikisan
Kafuri
Misakigaoka

Gas Stations in Itoshima

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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JP #268200583
JP #268268962
JP #2735335073

Golf Courses in Itoshima

4 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ザ・クイーンズヒルゴルフクラブ
伊都ゴルフ倶楽部
神水川パークゴルフ場
芥屋ゴルフ倶楽部 (Keya Golf Club)

Stadiums & Teams in Itoshima

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Itoshima

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Itoshima

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fukuoka AirportFUKLarge Airport
Kumamoto AirportKMJLarge Airport
Kyushu Saga International AirportHSGLarge Airport
Nagasaki AirportNGSLarge Airport
Iki AirportIKIMedium Airport
JASDF Ashiya Air Base-Medium Airport
Imari Flying Club Airfield-Small Airport
JGSDF Metabaru Airfield-Small Airport
JMSDF Omura Air BaseOMJSmall Airport
Kita-Ariake Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Itoshima

8 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
七山郵便局
二丈郵便局
加布里郵便局
北山郵便局
小富士郵便局
福吉郵便局
芥屋郵便局
長糸郵便局

Treatment Centers in Itoshima

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
LETSクラブ高取
たろうクリニック
丘の上皮膚科アレルギー科
博多レディスクリニック
坂本眼科クリニック
天神頭痛クリニック
明仁会都築病院
肛門科胃腸科コロプロクリニック
黒田整形外科

Churches & Religious Organizations in Itoshima

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kamiari Shrine
Raizansennyoji Taihion
Shiodo Shrine
勝善寺
十六天神社
可也神社
小蔵寺
武観音堂
箱島神社

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Waterfalls
6
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

Around Itoshima

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 26
Hospitals 8
Pharmacies 5
Restaurants 10
Cafes 1
Bars 1
Supermarkets 5
Banks 4
Museums 3
Libraries 2
Parks 23
Police Stations 7
Fire Stations 3
Places of Worship 15

Things to See Near Itoshima

2 places within 15 km

🌄 Viewpoints (2)
  • • Observation deck
  • • Tori Viewpoint

🇯🇵 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 Itoshima

What is the population of Itoshima?

Itoshima has a population of 98,877 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 407 people per square mile, spread across 242.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Itoshima expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,000, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $84,000 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $420 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Itoshima?

Itoshima 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 79°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.8 inches.

How is the job market in Itoshima?

The job market in Itoshima is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 34 business establishments in the area, including 10 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Itoshima?

The median home value in Itoshima is $84,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $420.

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