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Katagami, Japan

Akita · Japan

Katagami is a mid-size city in Akita, Japan with a population of 31,720. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
31,720 Population 841/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
61.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$25,100 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$25,100 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,000 home value, $300/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population31,720
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density841/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$25,100
Unemployment2.9%

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,000
Rent$300
Housing Units12,688

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain61.7 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population31,720
Population Density841 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates39.8787°, 139.9977°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceAkita
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation61.7 inches (1,566 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.9 inches (23 cm)
Median Household Income$25,100
Median Age53.0 years

About Katagami

Katagami is a mid-size city in Japan (Akita) with a population of 31,720. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Katagami has a population of 31,720 with a density of 841 people per square mile, spread across 37.7 square miles. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

31,720
Total Population
841
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above Japan avg
37.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Katagami vs Japan Average

The median household income in Katagami is $25,100, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,015 business establishments.

Income: Katagami vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,100
67% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)1,015

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Katagami is $60,000, 79% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $300 (74% below the national average of $1,163). There are 12,688 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,000
79% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$300
74% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units12,688

Property Tax

Climate in Katagami

Katagami has an average annual temperature of 12.2°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.4°C), the coldest is Jan (0.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1748 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0.4°C / 33°F -2.2° / 3.1° 128.7
Feb 1°C / 34°F -2.1° / 4° 99.2
Mar 4°C / 39°F 0.3° / 7.7° 98.3
Apr 9.4°C / 49°F 5° / 13.9° 108.8
May 15.2°C / 59°F 10.9° / 19.4° 123.7
Jun 20°C / 68°F 16.1° / 23.8° 122.4
Jul 23.6°C / 74°F 20.3° / 27° 198.1
Aug 25.4°C / 78°F 21.6° / 29.1° 180.2
Sep 21.2°C / 70°F 17.1° / 25.4° 160.1
Oct 14.8°C / 59°F 10.5° / 19.1° 173.9
Nov 8.4°C / 47°F 4.5° / 12.3° 193.9
Dec 2.9°C / 37°F 0° / 5.8° 160.2
Katagami experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below Japan avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area37.7 sq mi (97.7 km²)
Population Density841/sq mi
Coordinates39.8787°N, 139.9977°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.7"
62% above Japan avg
Snowfall 8.9"
Wettest Month (Sep) 6.81"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.62"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

470 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 14, 2025.

Jun 13, 2008 24 km WSW of Mizusawa, Japan M6.9 121 km
Jul 23, 2008 29 km ENE of Morioka, Japan M6.8 126 km
Dec 2, 2001 3 km NW of Hanamaki, Japan M6.5 107 km
Jun 18, 2019 31 km WSW of Tsuruoka, Japan M6.4 145 km
Mar 11, 2011 88 km WNW of Noshiro, Japan M6.2 105 km
Aug 10, 1996 25 km NE of Shinj?, Japan M6.0 117 km
Apr 1, 2024 7 km SW of Kuji, Japan M5.9 148 km
Sep 3, 1998 19 km W of Shizukuishi, Japan M5.9 68 km
Apr 16, 2008 6 km ENE of Yuza, Japan M5.8 95 km
Mar 11, 2011 31 km N of T?no, Japan M5.8 139 km
Aug 10, 1996 31 km ENE of Shinj?, Japan M5.7 124 km
Nov 23, 1997 97 km W of Tenn?, Japan M5.6 100 km
Oct 26, 1997 8 km WSW of Yokote, Japan M5.6 76 km
Jun 14, 2008 35 km SSE of Yuzawa, Japan M5.5 125 km
Jun 14, 2014 12 km WNW of Hanamaki, Japan M5.5 98 km
Aug 10, 1996 26 km S of Yuzawa, Japan M5.5 115 km
Jul 9, 2015 15 km S of Hachinohe, Japan M5.5 136 km
Jun 14, 2008 27 km WSW of Mizusawa, Japan M5.4 120 km
Aug 15, 2019 19 km NW of Misawa, Japan M5.4 149 km
May 12, 2002 12 km WSW of Kitakami, Japan M5.4 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Hagibis (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Hagibis Category 1 243 km
2002 Higos Category 1 138 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 256 km
1998 Vicki Category 1 130 km
1995 Ryan Category 1 162 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

17 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 14.9 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1983 NOSHIRO, JAPAN Earthquake 14.9 m 104 100 km
1833 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 9.0 m 85 131 km
2008 ARATOZAWA, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake 2.5 m 23 121 km
1793 W. OFF AOMORI Earthquake 1.8 m 12 108 km
1939 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1.2 m 27 49 km
1810 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m 57 9 km
1804 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m 450 92 km
1983 NOSHIRO, JAPAN Earthquake 0.6 m - 98 km
1964 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.6 m - 97 km
2019 NIIGATA Earthquake 0.1 m - 144 km
1964 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m - 110 km
1964 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake - - 103 km
1894 YAMAGATA, JAPAN Earthquake - 726 110 km
1766 SANRIKU Earthquake - 1,700 128 km
1644 HONJO, AKITA Earthquake - 117 54 km
1341 JUSANKO, TSUGARU AOMORI PREFECTURE Earthquake - 2,600 132 km
850 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake - - 98 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

14 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Megata (24 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Megata Maar(s) 291 m (955 ft) -2050 24 km
Akita-Yakeyama Stratovolcano 1,366 m (4,482 ft) 1997 65 km
Akita-Komagatake Stratovolcano(es) 1,637 m (5,371 ft) 1971 70 km
Hachimantai Stratovolcano 1,613 m (5,292 ft) -5350 74 km
Iwatesan Complex 2,038 m (6,686 ft) 1919 86 km
Chokaisan Stratovolcano(es) 2,236 m (7,336 ft) 1974 87 km
Iwakisan Stratovolcano 1,625 m (5,331 ft) 1863 90 km
Towada Caldera 1,011 m (3,317 ft) 915 103 km
Hakkodasan Stratovolcano(es) 1,585 m (5,200 ft) 1550 114 km
Kurikomayama Stratovolcano 1,627 m (5,338 ft) 1950 123 km
Naruko Caldera 470 m (1,542 ft) 837 143 km
Osorezan Stratovolcano 878 m (2,881 ft) 1787 182 km
Oshima-Oshima Stratovolcano 732 m (2,402 ft) 1790 189 km
Zaozan [Zaosan] Complex 1,841 m (6,040 ft) 1940 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 5.0 in Coldest
February 33°F (0°C) 3.9 in
March 38°F (3°C) 3.6 in Driest
April 48°F (9°C) 4.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
June 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in
July 72°F (22°C) 6.4 in
August 76°F (24°C) 5.9 in Warmest
September 68°F (20°C) 6.8 in Wettest
October 57°F (14°C) 5.7 in
November 46°F (8°C) 5.8 in
December 37°F (3°C) 6.2 in

Katagami has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 32°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 61.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.8") and March the driest (3.6").

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Schools in Katagami

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
潟上市立大豊小学校 - - - -
秋田市立金足西小学校 - - - -
潟上市立出戸小学校 - - - -
潟上市立天王南中学校 - - - -
秋田県立秋田西高等学校 - - - -
Oiwake Primary School - - - -
秋田県立支援学校 天王みどり学園 - - - -
秋田県立金足農業高等学校 - - - -
秋田市立秋田北中学校 - - - -
潟上市立天王中学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Katagami

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Katagami

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Akita Folklore and Performing Arts Museum
Akita Museum of Art
Akita Prefectural Museum
Design Shop 秋田贔屓
Former Kaneko family residence
Mining Museum of Akita University
Namahage Museum
photo gallery bluehole
Polder Museum of Ogata Village
Satake Historical Museum
Tsuchizaki Minato Port Area Historical Museam
あきた文学資料館
井川町歴史民俗資料館
伝承館 潟上パークセンター
八郎まつり伝承館
刑務所作業品展示場
勝平得之記念館
埋蔵文化財センター
小池板碑群
山本ふるさと文化館
川端角のレトロ博物館
東北石油 豊川油田 展示室
東北石油 豊川油田 展示室
栖秀の郷土人形館
植物園
潟上市 昭和歴史民俗資料館
男鹿真山伝承館
秋田市立千秋美術館
秋田県環境と文化のむら
秋田県環境と文化のむら
秋田県立博物館 分館 旧奈良家住宅
赤れんが郷土館(旧秋田銀行本店本館)

Libraries in Katagami

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Akita City Araya Library0.0
Akita City Central Library Meitokukan0.0
Akita City Tsuchizaki Library0.0
Akita Prefectural Library0.0
三種鯉川地区センター 橋本五郎文庫0.0
図書館0.0
図書館0.0
壱騎町児童図書館0.0
潟上市図書館0.0
潟上市図書館 昭和分館0.0
潟上市図書館 追分分館0.0
秋田大学附属図書館0.0
秋田大学附属図書館0.0
秋田大学附属図書館 医学図書館0.0
秋田市中央図書館明徳館 河辺分館0.0
秋田県点字図書館0.0
船川港図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Katagami

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
すごえもんマーケット
すごえもんマーケット
朝市通り
矢留食肉直売所
秋田市民市場

Hotels in Katagami

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ラ・シュシュ
ラブホテルFuji
ラブホテルノルウェイの森
ラブホテルフォーシーズン
食彩の宿 北限亭

Restaurants in Katagami

20 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

エスケープゾーン
おふくろの味 萬
カレーハウス ブー
キッチンあかり
シーサイドラルゴ
そば屋 八兵衛
てる吉
ともしび
とりっこ 追分店
ラーメンばんり
レストラン なっぱ・はうす
レストランくらら
中華亭
串焼きポンッ
大清水ドライブイン
大雅
札幌ラーメン どさん子
焼鳥 佐藤
香味
高砂仕出し

Cafes in Katagami

8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Koko
Ref Beauty
カフェ・ブレンナー
サンサン
ピッキオ
ぽっぽの家
ポニーテール
ワッフルカフェサイン

Monuments in Katagami

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

三十三番観音碑

Clinics in Katagami

6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

おおこし眼科
せきクリニック
つしま耳鼻科
吉成医院
斎藤整形外科
藤原記念病院 出戸診療所

Dentists in Katagami

5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

でとまち歯科クリニック
よねざわ歯科
石井歯科クリニック
追分佐藤歯科医院
追分歯科医院

Veterinaries in Katagami

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

クリニックすがわら

Train Stations in Katagami

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Detohama
Futada
Kami-Futada
Oiwake

Gas Stations in Katagami

7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Carnext
ENEOS 日石二田SS
Idemitsu
Idemitsu
JP #5504784555
ペトラス
昭和シェル石油

Banks in Katagami

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Akita Bank Oiwake Branch
JA新あきた 追分支店
秋田なまはげ農業協同組合 天王支店
秋田なまはげ農業協同組合 金融共済部
秋田信用金庫 天王支店

Golf Courses in Katagami

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

天王多目的健康広場

Stadiums & Teams in Katagami

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Katagami

12 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Yashima Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Habayama Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gosannen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Omagari Family Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kyowa Snow Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Taiheizan Ski Area Opus 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Matsumori Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ani Ski Resort (Mt. Moriyoshi) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ani Yuguchinai Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Yakushiyama Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fujisato Choei Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Owani Onsen Ski Resort International Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Katagami

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Akita AirportAXTMedium Airport
Odate Noshiro AirportONJMedium Airport
Arakawa Airstrip-Small Airport
Inazawa Auxiliary Microlight Airport-Small Airport
Tashiro Nanohana Airfield-Small Airport
Yuri Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Katagami

7 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Detohama Summary Post Office
Kamikitano Summary Post Office
Kanaashi Katada Summary Post Office
Oiwake Post Office
Okubo Post Office
Tenno Post Office
大崎簡易郵便局

Treatment Centers in Katagami

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
デイ・リハスポット ワンズライフ八橋

Churches & Religious Organizations in Katagami

28 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
三吉神社
三吉神社
三輪神社
三輪神社・白山神社
二田神社
住吉神社
八郎神社
北野神社
唐松神社
圓福寺
宝蔵神社
岩瀬神社
日吉神社
日吉神社
曹洞宗 龍守山 東泉寺
月山神社
村社諏訪神社
東泉寺
正一位稲荷大明神社
白洲野神社
相染神社
神明神社
稲荷神社
稲荷神社
稲荷神社
金比羅大神
金足神社
高田神社

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Waterfalls
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Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

🇯🇵 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 Katagami

What is the population of Katagami?

Katagami has a population of 31,720 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 841 people per square mile, spread across 37.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Katagami expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,100, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $60,000 (79% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $300 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Katagami?

Katagami has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.7 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Katagami?

The job market in Katagami is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,015 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Katagami?

The median home value in Katagami is $60,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $300.

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