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Kawai is a small town in Nara, Japan with a population of 1,176. Elevation: 2,382 ft (726 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
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About Kawai
Kawai is a town located in Kitakatsuragi District, Nara Prefecture, Japan. As of 30 September 2024, the town had an estimated population of 16,636 in 7968 households, and a population density of 2000 persons per km2. The total area of the town is 8.23 km2 (3.18 sq mi).
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| Population | 1,176 |
| Population Density | 42 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,382 ft (726 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.2468°, 135.8586° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Nara |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 85.9 inches (2,181 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.1 inches (15 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $31,600 |
| Median Age | 49.4 years |
About Kawai
Kawai is a small town in Japan (Nara) with a population of 1,176. The city sits at an elevation of 2,382 feet (726 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kawai vs Japan Average
Income: Kawai vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $31,600 |
| 58% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 38 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $80,000 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $400 |
| 66% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 470 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.7°F |
| 6% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 180 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,382 ft (726 m) |
| Area | 28.2 sq mi (72.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 42/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.2468°N, 135.8586°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1944 | OFF SOUTHEAST COAST KII PENINSULA | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 1,223 | 118 km |
| 1946 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 6.6 m | 1,362 | 125 km |
| 1520 | KII, KUMANANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 83 km |
| 1510 | OSAKA BAY | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 58 km |
| 1408 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 108 km |
| 1403 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 85 km |
| 922 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 92 km |
| 1909 | ANEGAWA, JAPAN | Earthquake | 1.8 m | 41 | 134 km |
| 1808 | E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 105 km |
| 1945 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 2,306 | 133 km |
| 2004 | SOUTH COAST HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 149 km |
| 1948 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 130 km |
| 1995 | KOBE, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 6,434 | 82 km |
| 1791 | OASAKA BAY | Earthquake | — | — | 51 km |
| 1708 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 109 km |
| 1666 | AICHI PREFECTURE | Earthquake | — | — | 120 km |
| 1586 | ISE BAY | Earthquake | — | 8,000 | 120 km |
| 1498 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 103 km |
| 1360 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | — | — | 99 km |
| 1331 | OFF TANABE, WAKAYAMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | — | — | 86 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-0°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 7.8 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 8.4 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 12.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 10.8 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 10.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 11.4 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 7.0 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
Kawai has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 31°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 85.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.4") and December the driest (2.4").
Schools in Kawai
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tenkawa Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Dorogawa Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Tenkawa Elementary & Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kawai
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| R/a/dio | anime, jpop | MP3 | |
| SOUND UP STATION NFRS | indie, jpop | MP3 96 kbps | |
| REPLAY NEWS - 日本語 5分ごとのニュースラジオ | information, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NFRS Radio | country, dj sets | MP3 96 kbps | |
| R/a/dio (US) | 4chan, jpop | MP3 |
Museums in Kawai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asuka Historical Museum | ||||
| Chihaya Nature and Astronomy Museum | ||||
| Ichijitsu Bungaku Sansakukan | ||||
| Kaki Persimmon Museum | ||||
| Kashihara City Museum of Insects | ||||
| Nara Prefecture Complex of Man'yo Culture | ||||
| Nyoirin-ji Temple Treasure House | ||||
| Takamatsuzuka Mural Museum | ||||
| The Museum, Archaeological Institute of Kashihara, Nara Prefecture | ||||
| くすり資料館 | ||||
| まちなみギャラリー石景庵 | ||||
| まちや館 | ||||
| 五條市民俗資料館 | ||||
| 千早赤阪村郷土資料館 | ||||
| 大宇陀歴史文化館「薬の館」 | ||||
| 天川村洞川エコミュージアムセンター | ||||
| 天川村立資料館 | ||||
| 宝物館 | ||||
| 山上ケ岳歴史博物館 | ||||
| 市立五條文化博物館 | ||||
| 明日香民族資料館 | ||||
| 松源院民芸館 | ||||
| 森と水の源流館 | ||||
| 橿原市昆虫館新館 | ||||
| 歴史に憩う橿原市博物館 | ||||
| 水平社博物館 | ||||
| 葛城の道歴史文化館 | ||||
| 葛城市歴史博物館 | ||||
| 賀名生の里歴史民俗資料館 |
Libraries in Kawai
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yoshino Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| くどやま森の童話館 | 0.0 | |||||
| ゆかいな図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 下市町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 五條市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 大淀町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 川上村立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 御所市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 橿原市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 葛城市立新庄図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kawai
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 小さな道の駅ひよしのさとマルシェ | |||||
| 森谷醤油 | |||||
| 橋本魚市場株式会社 |
Hotels in Kawai
12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kawai
14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kawai
9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kawai
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kawai
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kawai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Good Wolf Brewery | ||||
| The Good Wolf Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Kawai
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kawai
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kansai International Airport | KIX | Large Airport |
| Kobe Airport | UKB | Large Airport |
| Osaka Itami International Airport | ITM | Large Airport |
| Nanki Shirahama Airport | SHM | Medium Airport |
| Yao Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Ichishicho Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Shinodayama Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kushidagawa Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Ryu's Skypark | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kawai
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Dorogawa Post Office | |
| Tatekawado Post Office | |
| Tennokawa Post Office | |
| Tsujido Post Office | |
| Wada Post Office | |
| 西日裏簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kawai
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dorogawahachimangu 洞川八幡宮 | |
| Misen-jinja Shrine | |
| Ominesanji Temple | |
| Ominesanji Temple | |
| Ryūsen-ji Temple | |
| 天水分神社 | |
| 天河大弁財天社 | |
| 櫃ヶ岳八幡神社 | |
| 母公堂 | |
| 永豊寺 | |
| 蛇之倉七尾山 |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kawai
What is the population of Kawai?
Kawai has a population of 1,176 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 28.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kawai expensive to live in?
The median household income is $31,600, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $80,000 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $400 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 Kawai?
Kawai has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 180 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.9 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kawai?
The job market in Kawai is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 38 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kawai?
The median home value in Kawai is $80,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.