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Kumano, Japan
Mie · Japan
Kumano is a small city in Mie, Japan with a population of 16,232. Elevation: 453 ft (138 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
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About Kumano
Kumano is a city located in Mie Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 July 2021, the city had an estimated population of 16,232 in 8,746 households and a population density of 43 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 373.35 square kilometres (144.15 sq mi).
People
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A+Climate
| Population | 16,232 |
| Population Density | 113 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.9039°, 136.1221° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Mie |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.9 inches (2,131 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $32,200 |
| Median Age | 48.8 years |
About Kumano
Kumano is a small city in Japan (Mie) with a population of 16,232. The city sits at an elevation of 453 feet (138 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kumano vs Japan Average
Income: Kumano vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $32,200 |
| 57% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 519 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $80,000 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $400 |
| 66% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 6,493 |
Property Tax
Climate in Kumano
Kumano has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.2°C), the coldest is Jan (6.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 3772 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.0°F |
| 7% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 184 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Area | 144.2 sq mi (373.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 113/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9039°N, 136.1221°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 28.0 m (92 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1854 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 28.0 m | 3,000 | 137 km |
| 1707 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 25.7 m | 5,000 | 145 km |
| 1944 | OFF SOUTHEAST COAST KII PENINSULA | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 1,223 | 91 km |
| 1096 | ENSHUNADA | Earthquake | 7.0 m | — | 128 km |
| 1946 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 6.6 m | 1,362 | 89 km |
| 1520 | KII, KUMANANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 38 km |
| 1510 | OSAKA BAY | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 102 km |
| 1408 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 73 km |
| 1403 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 42 km |
| 922 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 55 km |
| 1808 | E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 122 km |
| 1945 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 2,306 | 133 km |
| 2004 | SOUTH COAST HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | — | 119 km |
| 2004 | SOUTH COAST HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 104 km |
| 1948 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 102 km |
| 1995 | KOBE, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 6,434 | 123 km |
| 1791 | OASAKA BAY | Earthquake | — | — | 94 km |
| 1708 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 82 km |
| 1666 | AICHI PREFECTURE | Earthquake | — | — | 137 km |
| 1586 | ISE BAY | Earthquake | — | 8,000 | 137 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 7.8 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 8.2 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 12.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 9.5 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 9.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 11.5 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 7.7 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 4.9 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
Kumano has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 40°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 83.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.2") and December the driest (2.2").
Schools in Kumano
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 市立梶賀小学校(休校中) | — | — | — | — |
| 市立輪内中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立有馬中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立井戸小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立有馬小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立木本中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立木本小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 県立木本高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 飛鳥小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立新鹿小学校・中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立飛鳥中学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kumano
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kumano
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Treasure Hall | ||||
| 中上健次資料収集室 | ||||
| 佐藤春夫記念館 | ||||
| 天文科学館 | ||||
| 宇久井ビジターセンター | ||||
| 尾鷲市立中央公民館郷土室 | ||||
| 新宮市立歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 東紀州まちかど博物館 | ||||
| 海山郷土資料館 | ||||
| 熊野市歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 熊野市紀和鉱山資料館 | ||||
| 熊野神宝館 | ||||
| 紀宝町ふるさと歴史館 | ||||
| 西村記念館 |
Libraries in Kumano
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 尾鷲市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新宮市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新宮市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 熊野市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 紀宝町立鵜殿図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kumano
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 九鬼漁業協同組合魚市場 | |||||
| 浜峰ひもの店 浜街道店 | |||||
| 紀北青果市場 |
Hotels in Kumano
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kumano
26 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kumano
10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kumano
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kumano
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kumano
7 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kumano
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kumano
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Kumano
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kumano
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Yao Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| JGSDF Akeno Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Shinodayama Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kushidagawa Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Ryu's Skypark | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kumano
12 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Asuka Post Office | |
| Atashika Post Office | |
| Kata Post Office | |
| Konoyama Summary Post Office | |
| Kumano Arima Post Office | |
| Kumano Hommachi Post Office | |
| Kumano Isozaki Post Office | |
| Kumano Post Office | |
| Nigishima Post Office | |
| Omata Summary Post Office | |
| Yuki Summary Post Office | |
| 大又簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kumano
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hananoiwaya Shrine | |
| 三光寺 | |
| 木本神社 | |
| 清泰寺 | |
| 産田神社 | |
| 秋葉大権現 | |
| 稲倉稲荷神社 | |
| 金光教 | |
| 飛鳥神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kumano
What is the population of Kumano?
Kumano has a population of 16,232 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 113 people per square mile, spread across 144.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kumano expensive to live in?
The median household income is $32,200, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $80,000 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $400 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 Kumano?
Kumano enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 184 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.9 inches.
How is the job market in Kumano?
The job market in Kumano is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 519 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kumano?
The median home value in Kumano is $80,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.