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Kōchi, Japan
Shizuoka · Japan
Kōchi is a small city in Shizuoka, Japan with a population of 7,203. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
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About Kōchi
Kōchi Prefecture is a prefecture of Japan located on the island of Shikoku. Kōchi Prefecture has a population of 669,516 and has a geographic area of 7,103 km2. Kōchi Prefecture borders Ehime Prefecture to the northwest and Tokushima Prefecture to the northeast.
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| Population | 7,203 |
| Population Density | 185 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.7001°, 138.9374° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Shizuoka |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 80.2 inches (2,038 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,100 |
| Median Age | 49.0 years |
About Kōchi
Kōchi is a small city in Japan (Shizuoka) with a population of 7,203. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kōchi vs Japan Average
Income: Kōchi vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $33,100 |
| 56% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 230 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $84,000 |
| 70% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $420 |
| 64% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 2,881 |
Property Tax
Climate in Kōchi
Kōchi 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 1875 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.6°F |
| 9% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 190 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Area | 38.9 sq mi (100.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 185/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7001°N, 138.9374°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 21.0 m (69 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1854 | ENSHUNADA SEA | Earthquake | 21.0 m | 1,000 | 123 km |
| 1923 | SAGAMI BAY | Earthquake | 13.0 m | 105,385 | 68 km |
| 1703 | OFF SW BOSO PENINSULA | Earthquake | 11.7 m | 5,233 | 79 km |
| 1707 | ENSHUNADA | Earthquake | 11.0 m | 2,000 | 124 km |
| 1498 | ENSHUNADA SEA | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 5,000 | 109 km |
| 1495 | KAMAKURA, SAGAMI BAY, TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 200 | 68 km |
| 1855 | ENSHUNADA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 124 km |
| 1433 | OFF IZU-OSHIMA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 56 km |
| 2009 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 1 | 62 km |
| 1980 | HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 25 km |
| 1978 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 25 | 32 km |
| 1923 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 117 km |
| 1974 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 30 | 24 km |
| 1982 | S. OF HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 107 km |
| 1990 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 29 km |
| 2000 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 98 km |
| 2000 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 52 km |
| 2000 | KOZU-SHIMA ISLAND, HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 1 | 56 km |
| 1857 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 59 km |
| 1855 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | — | 6,757 | 132 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
14 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Izu-Tobu (27 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Izu-Tobu | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,406 m (4,613 ft) | 1989 | 27 km |
| Toshima | Stratovolcano | 508 m (1,667 ft) | -4550 | 37 km |
| Izu-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 758 m (2,487 ft) | 1990 | 42 km |
| Niijima | Lava dome(s) | 432 m (1,417 ft) | 886 | 45 km |
| Kozushima | Lava dome(s) | 572 m (1,877 ft) | 838 | 57 km |
| Hakoneyama | Complex | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | 2015 | 60 km |
| Fujisan | Stratovolcano | 3,776 m (12,388 ft) | 1708 | 76 km |
| Miyakejima | Stratovolcano | 775 m (2,543 ft) | 2010 | 86 km |
| Mikurajima | Stratovolcano | 851 m (2,792 ft) | -4100 | 110 km |
| Yokodake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,480 m (8,136 ft) | 1200 | 164 km |
| Ontakesan | Complex | 3,067 m (10,062 ft) | 2014 | 187 km |
| Hachijojima | Stratovolcano(es) | 854 m (2,802 ft) | 1606 | 190 km |
| Asamayama | Complex | 2,568 m (8,425 ft) | 2019 | 193 km |
| Harunasan | Stratovolcano | 1,449 m (4,754 ft) | 550 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 7.0 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 7.4 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 10.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 9.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 9.8 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 7.6 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.9 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
Kōchi has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 42°F in February to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 80.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.4") and December the driest (2.8").
Schools in Kōchi
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shirahama Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Inazusa Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Inazusa Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Inozawa Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Shimoda Kita High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kōchi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kōchi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art Wood Wax Doll Museum and Mexico Museum | ||||
| Chinese Ceramic and Glass Museum Yanmo no Ki | ||||
| Chorakuji Temple Museum | ||||
| Dolls Museum "Soleil" | ||||
| Former Residence Of Ita | ||||
| Gyokusenji Temple Harris Memorial Museum | ||||
| Ikeda 20th Century Museum | ||||
| Ikeda Museum of 20th Century Art | ||||
| Ikeda Museum of 20th Century Art | ||||
| Izu Ammonite Museum | ||||
| Izu Antique Jewelry Museum | ||||
| Izu Kogen Stained Glass Museum | ||||
| Izu Music Box Museum | ||||
| Izu Teddy Bear Museum | ||||
| Izu-no-Chouhachi Museum | ||||
| Joukan-ji Chouhachi Memorial Hall | ||||
| Jyogasaki Cultural Museum (Omoshirio Museum) | ||||
| Kogane-zaki Crystal Park | ||||
| Meruhen-no-Mori Art Museum | ||||
| MoBS Museum of Black Ship | ||||
| Murakami Yasunari Art Museum | ||||
| Museum of Ivory and Stone Sculptures Jewelpia | ||||
| Nikuzuki Art Museum | ||||
| Renjyo Photo Memorial Museum | ||||
| Shimoda History Museum | ||||
| Suspicious Boys & Girls Museum | ||||
| The Cat Museum | ||||
| Tojin Okichi Memorial Museum | ||||
| Uehara Museum Of Buddhism Art | ||||
| Uehara Museum Of Modern Art | ||||
| Yuzo Kayama Museum | ||||
| 伊豆一碧湖美術館 | ||||
| 伊豆一碧湖美術館 |
Libraries in Kōchi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Higashi Izu Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Izu City Toi Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kawazu Town Culture House | 0.0 | |||||
| Matsuzaki Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Minami Izu Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shimoda City Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Kōchi
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kōchi
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Kōchi
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Kōchi
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Fuji Shizuoka Airport | FSZ | Large Airport |
| JASDF Shizuhama Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Miyakejima Airport | MYE | Medium Airport |
| Oshima Airport | OIM | Medium Airport |
| Fujikawa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Izu Flying Club Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kannami Glider Park | — | Small Airport |
| Kannami Hang Glider Landing Field | — | Small Airport |
| Kozushima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Miho Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Niijima Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kōchi
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Mitsukuri Post Office | |
| Shimoda Shirahama Post Office | |
| Shimoda Rendaiji Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kōchi
26 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dainichido Shrine | |
| Hayatawake-no-Mikoto Shrine | |
| Hie Shrine | |
| Hojyuji Temple | |
| Kodaiji Temple | |
| Koyoji Temple | |
| Regenji Temple | |
| Rentokuji Temple | |
| Ryumonin Temple | |
| Ryusoin Temple | |
| Swabe Taisha Shrine | |
| Taibaiji Temple | |
| Takane-Hakusan Shrine | |
| Tenjin Shrine | |
| Zenfukuji Temple | |
| 八幡神社 | |
| 報本寺 | |
| 日枝神社 | |
| 日枝神社 | |
| 日枝神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kōchi
What is the population of Kōchi?
Kōchi has a population of 7,203 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 185 people per square mile, spread across 38.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kōchi expensive to live in?
The median household income is $33,100, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $84,000 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $420 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 Kōchi?
Kōchi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 190 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.2 inches.
How is the job market in Kōchi?
The job market in Kōchi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 230 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kōchi?
The median home value in Kōchi is $84,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $420.