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Kishimoto, Japan

Tottori · Japan

Kishimoto is a small city in Tottori, Japan with a population of 10,696. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
10,696 Population 146/sq mi density
262 ft Elevation 80 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
66.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$27,600 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
3.2 / 5.0
$27,600 median income, 2.0% unemployment
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Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

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About Kishimoto

Kishimoto was a town in Saihaku District, Tottori Prefecture, Japan.

People

Population10,696
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density146/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$27,600
Unemployment2.0%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units4,278

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain66.0 in/yr
Sunny Days216/yr
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Population10,696
Population Density146 / sq mi
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Coordinates35.3833°, 133.4167°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceTottori
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation66.0 inches (1,676 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,600
Median Age50.2 years

About Kishimoto

Kishimoto is a small city in Japan (Tottori) with a population of 10,696. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet (80 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Kishimoto has a population of 10,696 with a density of 146 people per square mile, spread across 73.1 square miles. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

10,696
Total Population
146
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
73.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kishimoto vs Japan Average

The median household income in Kishimoto is $27,600, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 342 business establishments.

Income: Kishimoto vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,600
63% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)342

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kishimoto 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 4,278 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, 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 Units4,278

Property Tax

Climate in Kishimoto

Kishimoto has an average annual temperature of 15.5°C (60°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.7°C), the coldest is Jan (4.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1793 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.9°C / 41°F 1.4° / 8.3° 156.7
Feb 5.4°C / 42°F 1.4° / 9.4° 127.3
Mar 8.2°C / 47°F 3.5° / 13° 121.5
Apr 13.2°C / 56°F 8° / 18.4° 107.9
May 18.2°C / 65°F 13.4° / 23.1° 127.2
Jun 22.2°C / 72°F 18.3° / 26.2° 172.9
Jul 26.1°C / 79°F 22.6° / 29.6° 237.1
Aug 27.7°C / 82°F 23.8° / 31.6° 142.5
Sep 23.4°C / 74°F 19.6° / 27.2° 206.1
Oct 17.6°C / 64°F 13.3° / 22° 138.8
Nov 12.2°C / 54°F 7.9° / 16.5° 108.9
Dec 7.2°C / 45°F 3.5° / 10.9° 146.5
Kishimoto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above Japan avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days216 days/yr

Geography

Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Area73.1 sq mi (189.2 km²)
Population Density146/sq mi
Coordinates35.3833°N, 133.4167°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 66.0"
74% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.54"
Driest Month (Dec) 3.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

50 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 29, 2025.

Oct 6, 2000 8 km ESE of Matsue, Japan M6.7 27 km
Apr 8, 2018 8 km NNE of ?dach?-?da, Japan M5.7 80 km
Aug 28, 1991 9 km SSW of Yasugich?, Japan M5.5 20 km
Oct 8, 2000 32 km N of Sh?bara, Japan M5.4 43 km
Sep 16, 2002 24 km SW of Kurayoshi, Japan M5.3 26 km
Sep 3, 1997 21 km S of Yasugich?, Japan M5.3 25 km
Jan 11, 2001 15 km E of Tottori, Japan M5.3 90 km
Oct 8, 2000 8 km SSW of Yonago, Japan M5.2 10 km
Jun 3, 2011 9 km ENE of G?tsuch?, Japan M5.0 107 km
Sep 28, 1990 24 km NNW of Kariya, Japan M4.9 91 km
May 26, 2005 6 km SSW of Kan’onjich?, Japan M4.8 147 km
Apr 8, 2018 6 km S of ?dach?-?da, Japan M4.7 88 km
Oct 6, 2000 9 km S of Yonago, Japan M4.7 9 km
Jun 26, 2018 8 km NNW of Miyoshi, Japan M4.6 79 km
Nov 23, 1990 23 km NNW of Niimi, Japan M4.6 22 km
Apr 8, 2018 9 km S of ?dach?-?da, Japan M4.6 89 km
Aug 17, 2021 14 km NNE of Sh?bara, Japan M4.5 56 km
Apr 8, 2018 14 km SSE of ?dach?-?da, Japan M4.5 84 km
Jan 19, 2001 35 km NE of Tottori, Japan M4.5 103 km
Apr 8, 2018 13 km S of ?dach?-?da, Japan M4.4 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

36 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Lan (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 1 281 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 1 286 km
2018 Jebi Category 2 181 km
2018 Trami Category 1 259 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 146 km
2017 Noru Category 1 218 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 287 km
2015 Goni Category 3 220 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 277 km
2014 Halong Category 1 265 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 225 km
2007 Usagi Category 1 132 km
2005 Nabi Category 1 195 km
2004 Songda Category 2 111 km
2004 Chaba Category 2 37 km
2003 Etau Category 2 175 km
1999 Bart Category 2 82 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 232 km
1998 Zeb Category 1 107 km
1997 Rosie Category 1 96 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1872 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 3.0 m 804 140 km
1711 SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 1,000 132 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sanbesan (77 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sanbesan Stratovolcano 1,126 m (3,694 ft) 650 77 km
Oki-Dogo Shield 151 m (495 ft) Unknown 89 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 193 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 4.6 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 4.6 in
March 44°F (6°C) 4.5 in
April 54°F (12°C) 4.6 in
May 62°F (17°C) 4.8 in
June 69°F (21°C) 7.4 in
July 77°F (25°C) 8.5 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 5.5 in Warmest
September 71°F (22°C) 8.3 in
October 61°F (16°C) 4.9 in
November 51°F (11°C) 4.4 in
December 43°F (6°C) 4.0 in Driest

Kishimoto has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 38°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 66.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.5") and December the driest (4.0").

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Schools in Kishimoto

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立福生中学校いずみ分校
南部町立会見第二小学校
伯耆町立八郷小学校
町立大山小学校赤松分校
伯耆町立岸本中学校
伯耆町立岸本小学校
伯耆町立溝口中学校
町立溝口小学校
米子市立伯仙小学校
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Radio Stations near Kishimoto

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Kishimoto

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Adachi Museum of Art
Tottori Flower Park
アジア博物館 井上靖記念館
いにしえ横穴学習館
とっとり自然環境館
メテオプラザ
上淀白凰の丘 展示館
中村元記念館
伯耆町立写真美術館(植田正治写真美術館)
佛谷寺大日堂
和鋼博物館
大前ミニ美術館
大山寺宝物館霊宝閣
大山自然歴史観
妻木晩田遺跡展示施設
安来市立歴史資料館
後藤家住宅
新庄村歴史民俗資料館
日南町美術館
日吉津村民俗資料館
日韓友好資料館
水木しげる記念館
水道記念館
江府町歴史民俗資料館
河本家住宅
海とくらしの史料館
淀江和傘伝承館
祐生出会いの館
米子市埋蔵文化財センター
米子市福市考古資料館
米子市立山陰歴史館
米子市美術館
門脇家住宅
鳥取県立むきばんだ史跡公園

Libraries in Kishimoto

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
キナルなんぶ0.0
伯耆町立溝口図書館0.0
境港市立市民図書館0.0
大山町立図書館0.0
大山町立図書館名和分館0.0
大山町立図書館大山分館0.0
安来JC児童図書館0.0
安来市立図書館0.0
日南町図書館0.0
日野町図書館0.0
江府町立図書館0.0
点字図書館0.0
琴浦町図書館赤碕分館0.0
米子市立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Kishimoto

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
しんかわ

Hotels in Kishimoto

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Royal Hotel Daisen
山の宿 中の原ぎんれい

Restaurants in Kishimoto

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bierhof Ganbarius
郷の鮨たむら
野の花

Cafes in Kishimoto

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

たんぽぽ
森のスープ屋さん

Veterinaries in Kishimoto

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

木嶋動物病院

Train Stations in Kishimoto

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hoki-Mizoguchi
Kishimoto

Bus Stations in Kishimoto

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JP #10209871086

Gas Stations in Kishimoto

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

丸紅石油
大森石油

Banks in Kishimoto

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

銀行
鳥取銀行 岸本出張所

Golf Courses in Kishimoto

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

グリーンパーク大山ゴルフ倶楽部
大山アークカントリークラブ

Breweries in Kishimoto

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
千代むすび酒造株式会社

Stadiums & Teams in Kishimoto

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Kishimoto

12 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Snow Resort Nekoyama 0.0 $0
Kotobiki Forest Park Ski Area 0.0 $0
Dogoyama-Kougen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Kenmin no Mori Ski Area 0.0 $0
Ibukinosato Ski Area 0.0 $0
Ski & Board Resort Tsuguro Kogen 0.0 $0
Hiruzen Bear Valley Ski Resort 0.0 $0
OkuDaisen Ski resort 0.0 $0
Kagamiganaru Ski Area 0.0 $0
Daisen Masumizu Kogen Snow Park 0.0 $0
Daisen White Resort 0.0 $0
Azo Koen Ski Area 0.0 $0

Airports Near Kishimoto

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Okayama Momotaro AirportOKJLarge Airport
Izumo Enmusubi AirportIZOMedium Airport
Tottori Sand Dunes Conan AirportTTJMedium Airport
Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air BaseYGJMedium Airport
JGSDF Nihonbara AirfieldSmall Airport
Suika AirportSmall Airport
Yoshiigawa Eku GliderportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Kishimoto

6 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Agata Post Office
Daisenji Post Office
Kishimoto Post Office
Mizoguchi Post Office
Yago Post Office
金屋谷簡易郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kishimoto

18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
下河原神社
中原神社
久坂山 瑞仙寺
八幡神社
具足山 妙本寺
北原神社
北平神社
巨勢神社
御崎神社
慧照山 要玄寺
摩尼珠山 圓福寺
日下神社
本宮神社
貴布禰神社
赤松日吉神社
金刀比羅大神宮
高福山 道寧寺
鶴田神社

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 Kishimoto

What is the population of Kishimoto?

Kishimoto has a population of 10,696 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 146 people per square mile, spread across 73.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kishimoto expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,600, 63% 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 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Kishimoto?

Kishimoto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.0 inches.

How is the job market in Kishimoto?

The job market in Kishimoto is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 342 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kishimoto?

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

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