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Kokubu-matsuki, Japan

Kagoshima · Japan

Kokubu-matsuki is a mid-size city in Kagoshima, Japan with a population of 57,896. Elevation: -3 ft (-1 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
57,896 Population 200/sq mi density
-3 ft Elevation -1 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
92.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$26,600 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$26,600 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,000 home value, $320/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population57,896
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density200/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$26,600
Unemployment2.6%

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,000
Rent$320
Housing Units23,158

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain92.9 in/yr
Sunny Days179/yr
Elevation-3 ft (-1 m)
Population57,896
Population Density200 / sq mi
Elevation-3 ft (-1 m)
Coordinates31.7333°, 130.7667°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKagoshima
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation92.9 inches (2,360 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,600
Median Age50.0 years

About Kokubu-matsuki

Kokubu-matsuki is a mid-size city in Japan (Kagoshima) with a population of 57,896. The city sits at an elevation of -3 feet (-1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Kokubu-matsuki has a population of 57,896 with a density of 200 people per square mile, spread across 290.1 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

57,896
Total Population
200
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
290.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kokubu-matsuki vs Japan Average

The median household income in Kokubu-matsuki is $26,600, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,853 business establishments.

Income: Kokubu-matsuki vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,600
65% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)1,853

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kokubu-matsuki is $64,000, 77% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $320 (72% below the national average of $1,163). There are 23,158 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$64,000
77% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$320
72% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units23,158

Property Tax

Climate in Kokubu-matsuki

Kokubu-matsuki has an average annual temperature of 19.1°C (66°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.3°C), the coldest is Jan (9°C). Average annual precipitation is 2425 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 9°C / 48°F 4.8° / 13.1° 80.3
Feb 10.2°C / 50°F 5.8° / 14.6° 113.4
Mar 13°C / 55°F 8.6° / 17.5° 158.6
Apr 17.1°C / 63°F 12.6° / 21.6° 191.6
May 21.4°C / 71°F 17.2° / 25.5° 205.5
Jun 24.5°C / 76°F 21.3° / 27.6° 569.6
Jul 28.6°C / 83°F 25.2° / 31.9° 365.6
Aug 29.3°C / 85°F 25.9° / 32.7° 232.1
Sep 26.6°C / 80°F 23.1° / 30.2° 209.8
Oct 21.8°C / 71°F 17.8° / 25.8° 100.2
Nov 16.3°C / 61°F 12° / 20.6° 102.4
Dec 11°C / 52°F 6.8° / 15.3° 95.6
Kokubu-matsuki enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 179 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 92.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of -3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above Japan avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days179 days/yr

Geography

Elevation-3 ft (-1 m)
Area290.1 sq mi (751.4 km²)
Population Density200/sq mi
Coordinates31.7333°N, 130.7667°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 92.9"
145% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 16.93"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

730 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 27, 2025.

Aug 8, 2024 2024 Hyuganada Sea, Japan Earthquake M7.1 70 km
Apr 15, 2016 6 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M7.0 118 km
Jan 13, 2025 15 km SE of Miyazaki, Japan M6.8 75 km
Oct 19, 1996 5 km SE of Miyazaki, Japan M6.7 68 km
Dec 2, 1996 17 km SW of Miyazaki, Japan M6.7 52 km
Oct 18, 1996 20 km SSE of Nishinoomote, Japan M6.6 133 km
Jan 24, 1999 15 km SSE of Nishinoomote, Japan M6.4 128 km
Jan 8, 2019 16 km SSE of Nishinoomote, Japan M6.3 130 km
Apr 14, 2016 2 km SSE of Kumamoto, Japan M6.2 117 km
May 9, 2019 43 km ESE of Miyazaki, Japan M6.2 102 km
Sep 3, 2009 32 km WSW of Makurazaki, Japan M6.2 97 km
May 13, 1997 1 km WNW of Satsumasendai, Japan M6.1 47 km
Apr 2, 2025 56 km ENE of Nishinoomote, Japan M6.1 110 km
Mar 26, 1997 16 km NE of Satsumasendai, Japan M6.1 38 km
Apr 14, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M6.0 107 km
Dec 16, 1998 22 km S of Kushima, Japan M6.0 70 km
Jun 25, 2000 33 km S of Kushima, Japan M6.0 74 km
Apr 30, 1994 8 km SSE of Kushima, Japan M5.9 61 km
Sep 23, 1992 17 km SSW of Makurazaki, Japan M5.8 84 km
Apr 5, 2009 10 km N of Miyazaki, Japan M5.8 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 3 57 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 3 30 km
2020 Haishen Category 3 149 km
2020 Chan-hom Category 1 297 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 72 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 238 km
2018 Trami Category 2 114 km
2018 Soulik Category 2 300 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 234 km
2017 Noru Category 1 99 km
2016 Malakas Category 3 65 km
2016 Namtheun Category 2 133 km
2015 Goni Category 3 70 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 197 km
2014 Halong Category 1 171 km
2012 Sanba Category 3 278 km
2012 Damrey Category 1 209 km
2012 Guchol Category 1 241 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 277 km
2011 Roke Category 4 298 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 15,000 121 km
1780 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Astronomical 6.0 m — 16 km
1662 HIUGANADA Earthquake 5.0 m 200 117 km
1914 SEIKAIDO Eruption 3.0 m 63 19 km
1769 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 2.5 m — 132 km
1941 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 1.2 m 2 129 km
1939 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.8 m 1 132 km
1931 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.8 m 1 136 km
1929 HYUGANADA SEA Earthquake 0.7 m — 136 km
1961 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.7 m 2 99 km
1996 KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.6 m — 68 km
2024 HYUGANADA SEA Earthquake 0.5 m — 72 km
1970 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.3 m — 102 km
1899 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.3 m — 118 km
2025 HYUGANADA SEA Earthquake 0.2 m — 76 km
1996 SEA OF JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m — 52 km
1996 KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.2 m — 133 km
1984 KYUSHU, JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m — 133 km
1969 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m — 136 km
1987 KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.0 m 2 106 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike (17 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike Maar(s) 40 m (131 ft) -6200 17 km
Aira Caldera 1,117 m (3,665 ft) 2020 19 km
Kirishimayama Shield 1,700 m (5,577 ft) 2018 24 km
Ata Caldera(s) 924 m (3,031 ft) 885 60 km
Kikai Caldera 704 m (2,310 ft) 2020 113 km
Unzendake Complex 1,483 m (4,865 ft) 1996 122 km
Asosan Caldera 1,592 m (5,223 ft) 2020 132 km
Kuchinoerabujima Stratovolcano(es) 657 m (2,156 ft) 2020 153 km
Kujusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,791 m (5,876 ft) 1996 157 km
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 182 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 4.3 in
March 50°F (10°C) 6.0 in
April 59°F (15°C) 8.9 in
May 66°F (19°C) 9.7 in
June 72°F (22°C) 16.9 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 14.7 in
August 80°F (27°C) 10.6 in Warmest
September 74°F (24°C) 8.6 in
October 66°F (19°C) 4.5 in
November 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
December 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in Driest

Kokubu-matsuki has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 42°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 92.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (16.9") and December the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Kokubu-matsuki

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立上小川小学校 — — — —
市立国分西小学校 — — — —
市立塚脇小学校 — — — —
市立川原小学校 — — — —
市立平山小学校 — — — —
市立牧之原小学校 — — — —
市立福山中学校 — — — —
市立福山小学校 — — — —
牧之原養護学校 — — — —
県立国分高等学校 — — — —
県立福山高等学校 — — — —
天降川小学校 — — — —
霧島市立国分南小学校 — — — —
霧島市立国分南中学校 — — — —
霧島市立舞鶴中学校 — — — —
霧島市立牧之原中学校 — — — —
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Radio Stations near Kokubu-matsuki

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Kokubu-matsuki

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Hayatozuka Historical Site Museum
Jigenryu History Museum
Kagoshima City Museum of Art
Museum Kanoyashi minzokukan
Museum of the Meiji Restoration
Reimeikan, Kagoshima Prefectural Center for Historical Material
Saigo Nanshu memorial museum
Sakurajima Visitor Centre
Sengan-en
Sengan-En
Shōko Shūsei-kan
The Kagoshima University Museum
The Kagoshima University Museum
Uenohara Jomon no Mori
かごしま環境未来館
かごしま近代文学館・かごしまメルヘン館
さつま町ふるさと薩摩の館
なぎさミュージアム
加治木町郷土館
加治木郷土館
大隅郷土館
姶良市歴史民族資料館
宇宙情報館
日本画美術記念館「草文」
松下美術館
椋鳩十文学記念館
椋鳩十文学記念館
椋鳩十文学記念館
石橋記念公園記念館
石蔵ミュージアム
財部郷土館
長島美術館
陽山美術館
霧島市立国分郷土館
霧島市立横川郷土館
霧島歴史民俗資料館
鹿児島市立科学館
鹿児島県立博物館
鹿児島県霧島アートの森
鹿屋市輝北歴史民俗資料館
黒神げんき塾

Libraries in Kokubu-matsuki

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
くりの図書館0.0
加治木図書館0.0
国分市立図書館0.0
垂水市立図書館0.0
姶良市立中央図書館0.0
泉町児童図書館0.0
町立加治木図書館0.0
隼人町立図書館0.0
鹿児島大学附属図書館中央図書館0.0
鹿児島市立図書館0.0
鹿児島県立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Kokubu-matsuki

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Asaichi Morning Market
Asaichi Morning Market
加治木町青果市場
横川物産館
鹿児島中央卸売市場魚類市場
鹿児島市中央卸売市場青果市場
鹿児島花市場

Restaurants in Kokubu-matsuki

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Earle Swensen's
Joyfull
寿しまどか

Gas Stations in Kokubu-matsuki

13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cosmo
Cosmo
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
JA-SS
JP #7007418265
JP #7021807785
JP #936726940
SOLATO
コーアオートガス

Banks in Kokubu-matsuki

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kagoshima Bank
鹿児島興業信用組合

Gyms in Kokubu-matsuki

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FIT-EASY

Stadiums & Teams in Kokubu-matsuki

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Airports Near Kokubu-matsuki

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kagoshima AirportKOJLarge Airport
Miyazaki AirportKMILarge Airport
Amakusa AirportAXJMedium Airport
JMSDF Kanoya Air Base—Medium Airport
JASDF Nyūtabaru Air Base—Small Airport
Taragi Auxiliary Airfield—Small Airport

Post Offices in Kokubu-matsuki

13 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
上井簡易郵便局
上小川簡易郵便局
下井簡易郵便局
南国分郵便局
名波簡易郵便局
国分中央町郵便局
国分川原簡易郵便局
国分広瀬郵便局
大廻簡易郵便局
敷根郵便局
牧之原郵便局
福山郵便局
福島簡易郵便局

Treatment Centers in Kokubu-matsuki

70 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
JA厚生連健康管理センター
KataseClinic
MASUDA CLINIC
Yメンタルクリニック
あいこう皮膚科クリニック
アトール鹿児島スキンクリニック
いとう整形外科クリニック
いわや内科・内視鏡クリニック
うえの内科・循環器内科クリニック
うえの耳鼻咽喉科クリニック
おけたにクリニック
かごしまIBD消化器内科クリニック
かごしまたんぽぽ小児科
きじま内科
キタゾノクリニック
きやまクリニック
こうらい町整形外科
ささきクリニック
サテライトろうけん青空
しげのぶ内科クリニック
シモノクリニック
しもほんじ医院
しんやしきクリニック
ナカノ在宅医療クリニック
ながはまクリニック
はぁと診療所
はやかわ循環器内科クリニック
ひさまつクリニック
ひなたクリニック
ひらやま脳神経外科
ふくだクリニック
プリムラクリニック
みなみクリニック
よしながウイメンズクリニック
よしのぶクリニック
わきた内科・脳神経内科
ヲサメ内科クリニック
七波クリニック
中村（哲）産婦人科・内科
中洲整形外科
今村小児科
健三郎クリニック
健三郎クリニック薬師
入退院支援センター
八重倉医院
前田内科消化器科
厚仁会クリニック
四枝内科
坂元内科胃腸科
大山眼科
宮路胃腸科内科クリニック
山口克也内科
山口浩士クリニック内科・循環器内科
有馬新一クリニック
武井内科クリニック
清泉クリニック
福元クリニック
竹ファミリー内科クリニック
竹内レディースクリニック
耳鼻咽喉科ミック
西蔭メディカルクリニック
貴島消化器内科クリニック
通所リハビリテーションかがやき
野口クリニック
高見馬場Junクリニック
高見馬場山口クリニック
鴨池生協クリニック
鹿児島三井中央クリニック
鹿児島中央整形外科スポーツクリニック
𠮷井ひふ科

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kokubu-matsuki

15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
久満崎神社
乙宮神社
八坂神社
八坂神社
劔神社
大穴持神社
愛宕神社
正福寺
福島鎮守神社
稲富神社
諏訪神社
醫師神社
長野神社
韓国宇豆峯神社
高座神社

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 Kokubu-matsuki

What is the population of Kokubu-matsuki?

Kokubu-matsuki has a population of 57,896 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 200 people per square mile, spread across 290.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kokubu-matsuki expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,600, 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 Kokubu-matsuki?

Kokubu-matsuki enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 179 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.9 inches.

How is the job market in Kokubu-matsuki?

The job market in Kokubu-matsuki is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,853 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kokubu-matsuki?

The median home value in Kokubu-matsuki is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.

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