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Kawaharada, Japan

Fukushima · Japan

Kawaharada is a small town in Fukushima, Japan with a population of 4,885. Elevation: 961 ft (293 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
4,885 Population 460/sq mi density
961 ft Elevation 293 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
50.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,300 Median Income
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Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$28,300 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population4,885
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density460/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,300
Unemployment2.7%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units1,954

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation961 ft (293 m)
Population4,885
Population Density460 / sq mi
Elevation961 ft (293 m)
Coordinates37.1275°, 140.3505°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceFukushima
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation50.5 inches (1,283 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$28,300
Median Age50.2 years

About Kawaharada

Kawaharada is a small town in Japan (Fukushima) with a population of 4,885. The city sits at an elevation of 961 feet (293 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Kawaharada has a population of 4,885 with a density of 460 people per square mile, spread across 10.6 square miles. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,885
Total Population
460
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
10.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kawaharada vs Japan Average

The median household income in Kawaharada is $28,300, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 156 business establishments.

Income: Kawaharada vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,300
62% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)156

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kawaharada is $68,000, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $340 (71% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,954 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$68,000
76% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$340
71% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,954

Property Tax

Climate in Kawaharada

Kawaharada has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1305 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / 4.5° 26.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / 4.6° 41.1
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / 8.3° 79.8
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / 15.3° 108.3
May 0°C / 32°F — / 20.2° 115.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / 22.4° 157.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / 26.4° 176.9
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / 28.6° 241.6
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / 23.3° 174.3
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / 18° 104.4
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / 12.3° 55.4
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / 7.2° 24.0
Kawaharada experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 961 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below Japan avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation961 ft (293 m)
Area10.6 sq mi (27.5 km²)
Population Density460/sq mi
Coordinates37.1275°N, 140.3505°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.5"
33% above Japan avg
Snowfall 3.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.32"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,943 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.9. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 29, 2025.

Mar 11, 2011 47 km E of ?arai, Japan M7.9 116 km
Mar 16, 2022 57 km ENE of Namie, Japan M7.3 127 km
Feb 13, 2021 73 km ENE of Namie, Japan M7.1 142 km
May 7, 2008 78 km NE of Hasaki, Japan M6.9 150 km
Apr 11, 2011 17 km SSW of Ishikawa, Japan M6.6 15 km
Mar 14, 2010 59 km ENE of Namie, Japan M6.5 129 km
Aug 4, 2019 61 km ENE of Namie, Japan M6.3 131 km
Jul 30, 2011 13 km SSE of Iwaki, Japan M6.3 58 km
Jul 24, 2011 43 km NE of Namie, Japan M6.3 114 km
Mar 11, 2011 near the east coast of Honshu, Japan M6.3 144 km
Mar 11, 2011 30 km NNE of Namie, Japan M6.3 98 km
Mar 11, 2011 61 km ESE of Namie, Japan M6.2 111 km
Aug 19, 2011 61 km ENE of Namie, Japan M6.2 130 km
May 7, 2008 80 km NE of Hasaki, Japan M6.2 150 km
Mar 11, 2011 70 km ESE of Kitaibaraki, Japan M6.2 119 km
May 13, 2011 31 km ESE of Namie, Japan M6.1 93 km
Mar 22, 2011 72 km ESE of Namie, Japan M6.1 129 km
Aug 5, 1990 43 km E of ?arai, Japan M6.1 111 km
Sep 15, 2011 68 km E of ?arai, Japan M6.1 131 km
Mar 12, 2011 29 km SSE of Namie, Japan M6.1 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

24 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ampil (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Ampil Category 3 266 km
2024 Jebi Category 1 243 km
2019 Faxai Category 2 109 km
2019 Hagibis Category 1 29 km
2018 Shanshan Category 1 267 km
2016 Lionrock Category 1 243 km
2011 Roke Category 1 171 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 199 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 138 km
2004 Ma-on Category 3 108 km
2002 Higos Category 1 126 km
2001 Danas Category 1 81 km
2000 Sonamu Category 1 281 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 110 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 174 km
1998 Stella Category 1 118 km
1996 Violet Category 1 173 km
1996 Dan Category 1 295 km
1995 Oscar Category 4 229 km
1993 Vernon Category 1 102 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

12 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.4 m (5 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2016 E. COAST HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1.4 m 96 km
1938 OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 1.3 m 135 km
1938 OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 1.3 m 121 km
1938 JAPAN TRENCH Earthquake 0.8 m 105 km
1938 SANRIKU Earthquake 0.8 m 103 km
1938 SANRIKU Earthquake 0.6 m 1 120 km
1938 SANRIKU Earthquake 0.6 m 120 km
2022 OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 0.3 m 4 127 km
1896 KASHIMA, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 91 km
1935 JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m 110 km
2021 OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 0.1 m 1 141 km
1987 E. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 120 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nasudake (34 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nasudake Stratovolcano(es) 1,915 m (6,283 ft) 1963 34 km
Takaharayama Stratovolcano 1,795 m (5,889 ft) -4570 57 km
Bandaisan Stratovolcano 1,816 m (5,958 ft) 1888 58 km
Adatarayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,728 m (5,669 ft) 1996 58 km
Azumayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,949 m (6,394 ft) 1977 68 km
Numazawa Shield 835 m (2,740 ft) -3400 78 km
Omanago Group Lava dome(s) 2,341 m (7,680 ft) -3050 84 km
Nantaisan Stratovolcano 2,486 m (8,156 ft) -9540 86 km
Nikko-Shiranesan Shield 2,578 m (8,458 ft) 1952 94 km
Hiuchigatake Stratovolcano 2,356 m (7,730 ft) 1544 97 km
Zaozan [Zaosan] Complex 1,841 m (6,040 ft) 1940 113 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 121 km
Harunasan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) 550 152 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 170 km
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 172 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 33°F (0°C) 1.8 in
March 38°F (3°C) 2.9 in
April 49°F (9°C) 4.1 in
May 58°F (14°C) 4.6 in
June 64°F (18°C) 6.3 in
July 71°F (22°C) 6.1 in
August 74°F (23°C) 7.0 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 7.3 in Wettest
October 56°F (13°C) 5.2 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in
December 37°F (3°C) 1.5 in

Kawaharada has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 32°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.3") and January the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Kawaharada

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
白河市立白河東中学校
中島村立吉子川小学校
中島村立中島中学校
矢吹町立中畑小学校
白河市立釜子小学校
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Radio Stations near Kawaharada

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Kawaharada

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Komine-jo Castle History Museum
ふるさとの森
ムシテックワールド
伊王野まつり伝承館
南湖神社 宝物館
特撮アーカイブセンター
白河市歴史民俗資料館
石の美術館 STONE PLAZA
福島県文化財センター白河館まほろん
那須歴史探訪館
那須町民俗資料館
須賀川市立博物館

Libraries in Kawaharada

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
白河市立図書館0.0
那須町立図書館0.0
鏡石町 図書館0.0
須賀川市立図書館0.0
黒羽図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Kawaharada

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
卸売市場

Restaurants in Kawaharada

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Kawaharada

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Ski Resorts Near Kawaharada

21 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Inawashiro Schanze 0.0 $0
Kuriko International Ski & Resort 0.0 $0
Tengendai Kogen 0.0 $0
Sannokura 0.0 $0
Grandeco Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Yokomuki Onsen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Minowa Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Nihonmatsu Shiozawa 0.0 $0
Urabandai Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Numajiri Ski 0.0 $0
Adatara Kogen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Edelweiss Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Hoshino Resorts Nekoma Mountain 0.0 $0
Family Snow Park Bandai X2 0.0 $0
Grand Sunpia Inawashiro Resort Hotel 0.0 $0
Inawashiro Snow Paradise 0.0 $0
Listel Ski Fantasia 0.0 $0
yanaizu onsen ski area 0.0 $0
Ski Resort Tenei 0.0 $0
Grandee Hatoriko Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Hunter Mountain Shiobara Ski Area 0.0 $0

Airports Near Kawaharada

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fukushima AirportFKSMedium Airport
Utsunomiya Air FieldMedium Airport
Abukuma Flying Club AirstripSmall Airport
Fukushima (Iizaka) SkyparkSmall Airport
Fukushima Robot Test Field Minamisoma RunwaySmall Airport
Fukushima Robot Test Field Namie RunwaySmall Airport
Juo AirfieldSmall Airport
Kinugawa GliderportSmall Airport
Shirosato Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Skyfield NasuSmall Airport
Utsunomiya Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Kawaharada

6 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Iwaki Onoda Post Office
Kamanoko Post Office
Nakajima Post Office
Sawada Post Office
Sekihira Post Office
Yoshikogawa Summary Post Office

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 Kawaharada

What is the population of Kawaharada?

Kawaharada has a population of 4,885 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 460 people per square mile, spread across 10.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kawaharada expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,300, 62% 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 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Kawaharada?

Kawaharada 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 71°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kawaharada?

The job market in Kawaharada is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 156 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kawaharada?

The median home value in Kawaharada is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.

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