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Kuji, Japan
Iwate · Japan
Kuji is a mid-size city in Iwate, Japan with a population of 34,418. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kuji
Kuji is a city in Iwate Prefecture, Japan. As of 3 March 2020, the city had an estimated population of 34,418 in 15,675 households, and a population density of 55 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 623.50 square kilometres (240.73 sq mi).
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| Population | 34,418 |
| Population Density | 143 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.1878°, 141.7689° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Iwate |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.8 inches (1,138 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.7 inches (22 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,100 |
| Median Age | 51.2 years |
About Kuji
Kuji is a mid-size city in Japan (Iwate) with a population of 34,418. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kuji vs Japan Average
Income: Kuji vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,100 |
| 65% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,101 |
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 | 13,767 |
Property Tax
Climate in Kuji
Kuji has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (23.1°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1526 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 240.7 sq mi (623.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 143/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1878°N, 141.7689°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1968 | OFF EAST COAST OF HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 6.0 m | 52 | 139 km |
| 1763 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | - | 71 km |
| 2008 | ARATOZAWA, JAPAN | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.5 m | 23 | 150 km |
| 1846 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 99 km |
| 1960 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 146 km |
| 1968 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 144 km |
| 1989 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.9 m | - | 93 km |
| 2025 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.7 m | - | 97 km |
| 1901 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 71 km |
| 1994 | TOHUKU, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 3 | 145 km |
| 1912 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 40 km |
| 1928 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 124 km |
| 1945 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 2 | 84 km |
| 1931 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.4 m | - | 128 km |
| 1960 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 63 km |
| 2015 | HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 102 km |
| 1901 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 18 | 64 km |
| 2025 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 116 km |
| 1901 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.0 m | - | 71 km |
| 1954 | MIYAGI, JAPAN | Earthquake | - | - | 148 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
13 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Iwatesan (75 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Iwatesan | Complex | 2,038 m (6,686 ft) | 1919 | 75 km |
| Hachimantai | Stratovolcano | 1,613 m (5,292 ft) | -5350 | 82 km |
| Towada | Caldera | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | 915 | 83 km |
| Akita-Yakeyama | Stratovolcano | 1,366 m (4,482 ft) | 1997 | 90 km |
| Hakkodasan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,585 m (5,200 ft) | 1550 | 92 km |
| Akita-Komagatake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,637 m (5,371 ft) | 1971 | 95 km |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 133 km |
| Iwakisan | Stratovolcano | 1,625 m (5,331 ft) | 1863 | 135 km |
| Kurikomayama | Stratovolcano | 1,627 m (5,338 ft) | 1950 | 160 km |
| Megata | Maar(s) | 291 m (955 ft) | -2050 | 176 km |
| Naruko | Caldera | 470 m (1,542 ft) | 837 | 185 km |
| Esan | Lava dome(s) | 618 m (2,028 ft) | 1874 | 187 km |
| Chokaisan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,236 m (7,336 ft) | 1974 | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 35°F (1°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 5.4 in | |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 6.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 2.1 in |
Kuji has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 29°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.8") and January the driest (1.8").
Schools in Kuji
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taiyama Elementary School 久慈市立平山小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| Kuji Shiritsu Natsui Elementary School 久慈市立夏井小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| Kuji Shiritsu Natsui Junior High School 久慈市立夏井中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| Kujiminato Elementary School 久慈市立久慈湊小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| Kujiminato Nursery 久慈湊保育園 | - | - | - | - |
| 大川目小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 大川目小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 久慈自動車学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 久慈高校 | - | - | - | - |
| 久慈市立長内小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 久慈市立小久慈小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 岩手県立久慈高等学校長内高 | - | - | - | - |
| 久慈市立長内中学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kuji
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kuji
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 久慈地下水族科学館もぐらんぴあ | ||||
| 久慈市歴史民俗資料室 | ||||
| 久慈市立三船十段記念館 | ||||
| 久慈琥珀博物館 | ||||
| 昭和の想い出博物館 レトロ館 |
Libraries in Kuji
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 久慈市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 宮脇書店 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Kuji
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kuji
34 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kuji
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Kuji
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kuji
4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kuji
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kuji
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kuji
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kuji
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Kuji
4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Kuji
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kuji
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Kuji
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Okunakayamakogen Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Kuji
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| JMSDF Hachinohe Air Base / Hachinohe Airport | HHE | Medium Airport |
| Misawa Airport / Misawa Air Base | MSJ | Medium Airport |
| Kawayo Green Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kuji
9 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kokuji Post Office | |
| Kuji Minato Post Office | |
| Kuji Osanai Post Office | |
| Kuji Post Office | |
| Natsui Summary Post office | |
| Okawame Post Office | |
| Saiwaicho Summry Post Office | |
| Samuraihama Post Office | |
| Tamanowaki Summary Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kuji
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 久慈カトリック教会 | |
| 八幡宮 | |
| 創価学会 | |
| 大神宮 | |
| 巽山稲荷神社 | |
| 巽山稲荷神社社務所 | |
| 愛宕神社 | |
| 慈光寺 | |
| 東光寺 | |
| 津島神社 | |
| 稲荷神社 | |
| 羽黒山神社 | |
| 羽黒山神社 | |
| 諏訪神社 | |
| 長福寺 | |
| 駒形神社 |
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16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kuji
What is the population of Kuji?
Kuji has a population of 34,418 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 143 people per square mile, spread across 240.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kuji expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,100, 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 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Kuji?
Kuji has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches, with 8.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kuji?
The job market in Kuji is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,101 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kuji?
The median home value in Kuji is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.