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Ko-bae, Japan
Miyazaki · Japan
Ko-bae is a small town in Miyazaki, Japan with a population of 4,826. Elevation: 636 ft (194 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 4,826 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 636 ft (194 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.4667°, 131.3833° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Miyazaki |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 96.6 inches (2,453 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,200 |
| Median Age | 50.2 years |
About Ko-bae
Ko-bae is a small town in Japan (Miyazaki) with a population of 4,826. The city sits at an elevation of 636 feet (194 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 96.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Ko-bae vs Japan Average
Income: Ko-bae vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,200 |
| 65% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 154 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $64,000 |
| 77% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $320 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 1,930 |
Property Tax
Climate in Ko-bae
Ko-bae 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 2162 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.8°F |
| 7% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 171 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 636 ft (194 m) |
| Area | 231.1 sq mi (598.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.4667°N, 131.3833°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 55.0 m (180 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1792 | SHIMABARA BAY, KYUSHU ISLAND | Landslide | 55.0 m | 15,000 | 106 km |
| 1596 | BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU | Eruption + Earthquake | 8.0 m | 708 | 97 km |
| 1780 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Astronomical | 6.0 m | - | 116 km |
| 1662 | HIUGANADA | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 200 | 103 km |
| 1968 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 3.1 m | 1 | 107 km |
| 1914 | SEIKAIDO | Eruption | 3.0 m | 63 | 119 km |
| 1769 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.5 m | - | 61 km |
| 1941 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 2 | 85 km |
| 1939 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 1 | 61 km |
| 1931 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 1 | 74 km |
| 1929 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.7 m | - | 115 km |
| 1961 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.7 m | 2 | 104 km |
| 1996 | KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 65 km |
| 2024 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 84 km |
| 1970 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 42 km |
| 1899 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 86 km |
| 2025 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 75 km |
| 1996 | SEA OF JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 76 km |
| 1984 | KYUSHU, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 54 km |
| 1969 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 74 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Asosan (53 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Asosan | Caldera | 1,592 m (5,223 ft) | 2020 | 53 km |
| Kujusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,791 m (5,876 ft) | 1996 | 70 km |
| Kirishimayama | Shield | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2018 | 77 km |
| Yufu-Tsurumi | Lava dome(s) | 1,584 m (5,197 ft) | 867 | 91 km |
| Unzendake | Complex | 1,483 m (4,865 ft) | 1996 | 107 km |
| Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike | Maar(s) | 40 m (131 ft) | -6200 | 107 km |
| Aira | Caldera | 1,117 m (3,665 ft) | 2020 | 119 km |
| Ata | Caldera(s) | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 885 | 159 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 8.6 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 10.4 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 16.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 14.5 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 11.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 11.1 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 6.2 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
Ko-bae has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 39°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 96.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (16.5") and December the driest (2.1").
Schools in Ko-bae
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 美郷町立美郷北学園 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立南郷中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立小八重小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立山瀬小学校(休校中) | - | - | - | - |
| 町立水清谷小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立田代小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立神門小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立西郷中学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ko-bae
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Ko-bae
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shiiba Museum of Folk Performing Arts | ||||
| 小川城址公園 | ||||
| 木城えほんの郷 | ||||
| 百済の館 | ||||
| 若山牧水生家 | ||||
| 若山牧水記念文学館 | ||||
| 高千穂町コミュニティセンター（歴史民俗資料館） |
Libraries in Ko-bae
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shiba Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ミニライブラリー | 0.0 | |||||
| 北方町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北郷図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 山都町立図書館蘇陽分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 日向市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 都農町民図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高千穂町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ko-bae
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Takachiho Gamadase market |
Stadiums & Teams in Ko-bae
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Ko-bae
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gokase Highland Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kuju Forest Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Ko-bae
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kagoshima Airport | KOJ | Large Airport |
| Kumamoto Airport | KMJ | Large Airport |
| Miyazaki Airport | KMI | Large Airport |
| Aso Auxiliary Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| JASDF Nyūtabaru Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Kuju Gliderport | - | Small Airport |
| Oita Prefectural (Oitakenou) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taragi Auxiliary Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ubuyama Auxiliary Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ko-bae
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 入下郵便局 | |
| 坪谷郵便局 | |
| 宇納間郵便局 | |
| 神門郵便局 | |
| 西郷郵便局 |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ko-bae
What is the population of Ko-bae?
Ko-bae has a population of 4,826 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 231.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Ko-bae expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,200, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $64,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $320 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 Ko-bae?
Ko-bae enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 171 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 96.6 inches.
How is the job market in Ko-bae?
The job market in Ko-bae is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 154 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Ko-bae?
The median home value in Ko-bae is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.