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Iwakuni, Japan
Yamaguchi · Japan
Iwakuni is a large city in Yamaguchi, Japan with a population of 129,125. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
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People
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A+Climate
| Population | 129,125 |
| Population Density | 383 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.1630°, 132.2200° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Yamaguchi |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.0 inches (1,752 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $29,400 |
| Median Age | 51.6 years |
About Iwakuni
Iwakuni is a large city in Japan (Yamaguchi) with a population of 129,125. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Iwakuni vs Japan Average
Income: Iwakuni vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $29,400 |
| 61% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 42 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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 Units | 51,650 |
Property Tax
Climate in Iwakuni
Iwakuni has an average annual temperature of 16.1°C (61°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.6°C), the coldest is Jan (5.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1680 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 211 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 337.4 sq mi (873.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 383/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.1630°N, 132.2200°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1026 | OFF MASUDA, SHIMANE PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 1,001 | 81 km |
| 1596 | BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU | Eruption + Earthquake | 8.0 m | 708 | 107 km |
| 1872 | SW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 804 | 84 km |
| 1715 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 107 km |
| 1698 | SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 107 km |
| 1597 | BEPPU BAY, JAPAN | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 40 | 112 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Abu (68 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Abu | Shield(s) | 641 m (2,103 ft) | -6850 | 68 km |
| Sanbesan | Stratovolcano | 1,126 m (3,694 ft) | 650 | 115 km |
| Yufu-Tsurumi | Lava dome(s) | 1,584 m (5,197 ft) | 867 | 125 km |
| Kujusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,791 m (5,876 ft) | 1996 | 150 km |
| Asosan | Caldera | 1,592 m (5,223 ft) | 2020 | 176 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 7.3 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 7.3 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 11.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 9.7 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 7.7 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
Iwakuni has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 41°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 69.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.5") and December the driest (1.8").
Colleges & Universities in Iwakuni
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 岩国短期大学 | College | — | — |
Schools in Iwakuni
34 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 学校法人高水学園(高等学校/付属中学校) | — | — | — | — |
| 県立岩国高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立御庄小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立通津小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立通津中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立灘小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立平田中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 県立岩国商業高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立平田小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立灘中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立川下小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Kawashimo Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| 市立麻里布中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 山口県立岩国 総合支援学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 県立岩国工業高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立岩国中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立岩国小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立河内小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立六呂師中学校(休校中) | — | — | — | — |
| 市立六呂師小学校(休校中) | — | — | — | — |
| 市立岩国西中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立御庄中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立愛宕小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立杭名小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立柱野中学校(休校中) | — | — | — | — |
| 市立柱野小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立中洋小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立麻里布小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 県立岩国商業高等学校東分校 | — | — | — | — |
| Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| McPerry Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Higashi Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Higashi Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 県立岩国総合高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Iwakuni
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Iwakuni
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art Museum That Sees The Sea | ||||
| Fukuromachi Elementary School Peace Museum | ||||
| Fukuromachi Elementary School Peace Museum | ||||
| Hatsukaichi Miyajima Museum of History and Folklore | ||||
| Hiroshima Castle | ||||
| Hiroshima Castle | ||||
| Hiroshima Children's Museum | ||||
| Hiroshima Children's Museum | ||||
| HIroshima City Ebayama Museum of Meteorogy | ||||
| HIroshima City Ebayama Museum of Meteorogy | ||||
| Hiroshima City Museum of History and Traditional Crafts | ||||
| Hiroshima City Museum of History and Traditional Crafts | ||||
| Hiroshima Museum of Art | ||||
| Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum | ||||
| Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum East Building | ||||
| Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum East Building | ||||
| Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum Main Building | ||||
| Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum Main Building | ||||
| Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum | ||||
| Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum | ||||
| Honkawa Elementary School gymnasium | ||||
| Honkawa Elementary School gymnasium | ||||
| Itsukushima Shrine Museum | ||||
| Kashiwabara Museum | ||||
| Kikkawa Historical Museum | ||||
| Rai Sanyo Shiseki Museum | ||||
| Rai Sanyo Shiseki Museum | ||||
| Treasure Hall | ||||
| アートギャラリーミヤウチ | ||||
| はつかいち美術ギャラリー | ||||
| はつかいち美術ギャラリー | ||||
| 伊藤公資料館 | ||||
| 光ふるさと郷土館 | ||||
| 北大路魯山人美術館 | ||||
| 周防大島町久賀歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 和木町歴史資料館 | ||||
| 和木美術館 | ||||
| 商家博物館・むろやの園 | ||||
| 大島歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 岩国しろへびの館 | ||||
| 岩国城 | ||||
| 岩国学校教育資料館 | ||||
| 岩国徴古館 | ||||
| 岩国石人形ミニ資料館 | ||||
| 平生町歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 平生町民具館 | ||||
| 広島サッカーミュージアム | ||||
| 広島サッカーミュージアム | ||||
| 広島市健康づくりセンター健康科学館 | ||||
| 広島市健康づくりセンター健康科学館 | ||||
| 広島市水産振興センター | ||||
| 広島市水産振興センター | ||||
| 広島芸術センター | ||||
| 広島芸術センター | ||||
| 広島逓信病院旧外来棟被爆資料室 | ||||
| 広島逓信病院旧外来棟被爆資料室 | ||||
| 廿日市市郷土資料室 | ||||
| 教育参考館 | ||||
| 日本ハワイ移民資料館 | ||||
| 旧日本銀行広島支店資料室 | ||||
| 旧日本銀行広島支店資料室 | ||||
| 月性展示館 | ||||
| 本川小学校平和資料館 | ||||
| 本川小学校平和資料館 | ||||
| 本郷歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 水源会館 | ||||
| 泉美術館 | ||||
| 泉美術館 | ||||
| 泉美術館 | ||||
| 泉美術館 | ||||
| 田布施郷土館 | ||||
| 由宇歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 石城の里三国志城 | ||||
| 蜂ヶ峯総合公園キャンプ場 | ||||
| 酒井酒造美術館・五橋文庫 | ||||
| 阿多田交流館 |
Libraries in Iwakuni
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hiroshima City Children's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hiroshima City Children's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Naka Ward Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Naka Ward Library | 0.0 | |||||
| はつかいち市民図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 周防大島町立久賀図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 周防大島町立大島図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 和木町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 図書館棟 | 0.0 | |||||
| 大竹市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 岩国市福祉会館図書室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 岩国市立中央図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 岩国市立岩国図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 岩国市立玖珂図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 岩国市立由宇図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 市立図書館 大和分室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 平生町立平生図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 広島市立佐伯区図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 広島市立佐伯区図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 広島市立南区図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 広島市立南区図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 広島市立西区図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 広島市立西区図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 広島県立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 広島県立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 柳井市立大畠図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 柳井市立柳井図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 江田島市立能美図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 田布施町立田布施図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 美和図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Iwakuni
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| アルパーク | |||||
| アルパーク | |||||
| はつこいマーケット | |||||
| 古江食品 | |||||
| 古江食品 | |||||
| 室積生鮮市場 | |||||
| 岩国市地方卸売市場 | |||||
| 広島市中央卸売市場 |
Hotels in Iwakuni
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Iwakuni
16 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Iwakuni
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Iwakuni
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Iwakuni
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Iwakuni
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Iwakuni
14 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Iwakuni
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Iwakuni
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Iwakuni
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Iwakuni
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Iwakuni
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Iwakuni
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Garden | ||||
| Golden Garden |
Stadiums & Teams in Iwakuni
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Hiroshima Prefectural Sports Center | ||
| 草津球場 |
Ski Resorts Near Iwakuni
12 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOL-FA Oda ski slopes | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kuma Ski Land | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tokusagamine Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Osorakan Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yawata Highland 191 Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Geihoku Kokusai | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Osa Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Utopia Saioto | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Park Kanbiki | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mizuho Highland | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahi Tengston Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Iwakuni
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hiroshima Airport | HIJ | Large Airport |
| Matsuyama Airport | MYJ | Large Airport |
| Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport | IWK | Medium Airport |
| Iwami Airport | IWJ | Medium Airport |
| JASDF Hofu Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| Oita Airport | OIT | Medium Airport |
| Fukuda Nishidai Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hoei Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hofu Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Suginohaku Hobby Field Ultralightport | — | Small Airport |
| Tachibana Wind Park | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Iwakuni
20 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bldg. 955 | |
| Iwakuni Atago Post Office | |
| Iwakuni Fujiu Post Office | |
| Iwakuni Hirata6 Post Office | |
| Iwakuni Imazu Post Office | |
| Iwakuni Kawanishi Post Office | |
| Iwakuni Kawashimo Post Office | |
| Iwakuni Motomachi Post Office | |
| Iwakuni Muronoki Post Office | |
| Iwakuni Nishi Post Office | |
| Iwakuni Nishimi Post Office | |
| Iwakuni Ozu Summary Post Office | |
| Iwakuni Post Office | |
| Kitagochi Post Office | |
| Kuga Post Office | |
| Minamigochi Post Office | |
| Minamiiwakuni3 Post Office | |
| Misho Post Office | |
| Shigino Post Office | |
| Tsuzu Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Iwakuni
13 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| LUCIA CLINIC | ||
| エミナルクリニック | ||
| てんた内科クリニック | ||
| ふじたクリニック | ||
| メイプルクリニック | ||
| わかばクリニック | ||
| 今井耳鼻咽喉科 | ||
| 広島中央健診所 | ||
| 東京中央美容外科 | ||
| 松村循環器・外科医院 | ||
| 河村内科消化器クリニック | ||
| 聖心美容クリニック | ||
| 重川クリニック |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Iwakuni
17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Calvary Chapel | |
| Faith Baptist Church | |
| Faith Baptist Church Annex | |
| Kinosamumoriinari Shrine | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| 佛性寺 | |
| 光福寺 | |
| 大応寺 | |
| 大歳神社 | |
| 専念寺 | |
| 岩国護国神社 | |
| 教蓮寺 | |
| 椎尾八幡宮 | |
| 法寿寺 | |
| 白山比咩神社 | |
| 白崎八幡宮 | |
| 白蛇神社 |
Explore Near Iwakuni
Quick Facts
Around Iwakuni
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Iwakuni
2 places within 15 km
- • Iwakuni Castle
- • View of Kinaikyo bridge
🇯🇵 About Japan
Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Iwakuni
What is the population of Iwakuni?
Iwakuni has a population of 129,125 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 383 people per square mile, spread across 337.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Iwakuni expensive to live in?
The median household income is $29,400, 61% 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 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Iwakuni?
Iwakuni enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.0 inches.
How is the job market in Iwakuni?
The job market in Iwakuni is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 42 business establishments in the area, including 17 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Iwakuni?
The median home value in Iwakuni is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.