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Iwaizumi, Japan
Iwate · Japan
Iwaizumi is a small city in Iwate, Japan with a population of 8,987. Elevation: 364 ft (111 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
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| Population | 8,987 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 364 ft (111 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.8500°, 141.8000° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Iwate |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.7 inches (1,313 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.8 inches (25 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,100 |
| Median Age | 51.2 years |
About Iwaizumi
Iwaizumi is a small city in Japan (Iwate) with a population of 8,987. The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet (111 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Iwaizumi vs Japan Average
Income: Iwaizumi vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,100 |
| 65% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 288 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $64,000 |
| 77% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $320 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 3,595 |
Property Tax
Climate in Iwaizumi
Iwaizumi has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (22.6°C), the coldest is Jan (0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1330 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.8°F |
| 15% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 242 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 364 ft (111 m) |
| Area | 756.4 sq mi (1,959.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8500°N, 141.8000°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1763 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | — | 107 km |
| 2008 | ARATOZAWA, JAPAN | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.5 m | 23 | 121 km |
| 1846 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 71 km |
| 1960 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 137 km |
| 1968 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 122 km |
| 1989 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.9 m | — | 82 km |
| 2025 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.7 m | — | 132 km |
| 1901 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 94 km |
| 1912 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 74 km |
| 1928 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 121 km |
| 1945 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 2 | 120 km |
| 1992 | HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 140 km |
| 1960 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 78 km |
| 2015 | HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 92 km |
| 1901 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 18 | 94 km |
| 2025 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 143 km |
| 2025 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 147 km |
| 1989 | N. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 135 km |
| 1898 | HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 140 km |
| 1901 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 94 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Iwatesan (68 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Iwatesan | Complex | 2,038 m (6,686 ft) | 1919 | 68 km |
| Hachimantai | Stratovolcano | 1,613 m (5,292 ft) | -5350 | 82 km |
| Akita-Komagatake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,637 m (5,371 ft) | 1971 | 86 km |
| Akita-Yakeyama | Stratovolcano | 1,366 m (4,482 ft) | 1997 | 90 km |
| Towada | Caldera | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | 915 | 107 km |
| Hakkodasan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,585 m (5,200 ft) | 1550 | 119 km |
| Kurikomayama | Stratovolcano | 1,627 m (5,338 ft) | 1950 | 132 km |
| Naruko | Caldera | 470 m (1,542 ft) | 837 | 155 km |
| Iwakisan | Stratovolcano | 1,625 m (5,331 ft) | 1863 | 156 km |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 169 km |
| Chokaisan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,236 m (7,336 ft) | 1974 | 172 km |
| Megata | Maar(s) | 291 m (955 ft) | -2050 | 177 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 31°F (-0°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 65°F (19°C) | 6.3 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.3 in |
Iwaizumi has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 25°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.4") and January the driest (2.0").
Schools in Iwaizumi
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 岩泉町立岩泉小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 岩手県立岩泉高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Iwaizumi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Iwaizumi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sakiyama Shell Mound Jomon-no-mori Museum 崎山貝塚縄文の森ミュージアム | ||||
| 岩泉町歴史民俗資料館 |
Libraries in Iwaizumi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 宮古市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 岩泉町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Iwaizumi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 中古市場 | |||||
| 宮古市場 | |||||
| 宮古魚市場 | |||||
| 生産者販売 |
Hotels in Iwaizumi
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Iwaizumi
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Iwaizumi
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Iwaizumi
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Iwaizumi
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Iwaizumi
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Iwaizumi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Iwaizumi
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akabane Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Okunakayamakogen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Iwaizumi
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Iwate Hanamaki Airport | HNA | Medium Airport |
| JMSDF Hachinohe Air Base / Hachinohe Airport | HHE | Medium Airport |
| Yamatanigawa Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Iwaizumi
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Horowata Post Office | |
| Iwaizumi Post Office | |
| Iwate Asanai Summary Post Office | |
| Iwate Okawa Post Office | |
| Kogawa Post Office | |
| Ugei Summary Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Iwaizumi
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 郷社大神宮 |
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What is the population of Iwaizumi?
Iwaizumi has a population of 8,987 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 756.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Iwaizumi expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,100, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $64,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $320 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 Iwaizumi?
Iwaizumi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.7 inches, with 9.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Iwaizumi?
The job market in Iwaizumi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 288 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Iwaizumi?
The median home value in Iwaizumi is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.