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Kurayoshi, Japan

Tottori · Japan

Kurayoshi is a mid-size city in Tottori, Japan with a population of 48,558. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
48,558 Population 462/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
67.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$27,600 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$27,600 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population48,558
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density462/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$27,600
Unemployment2.0%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units19,423

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain67.0 in/yr
Sunny Days215/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Population48,558
Population Density462 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates35.4333°, 133.8167°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceTottori
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation67.0 inches (1,701 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,600
Median Age50.2 years

About Kurayoshi

Kurayoshi is a mid-size city in Japan (Tottori) with a population of 48,558. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Kurayoshi has a population of 48,558 with a density of 462 people per square mile, spread across 105.0 square miles. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

48,558
Total Population
462
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
105.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kurayoshi vs Japan Average

The median household income in Kurayoshi is $27,600, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,554 business establishments.

Income: Kurayoshi vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,600
63% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)1,554

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kurayoshi is $68,000, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $340 (71% below the national average of $1,163). There are 19,423 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,000
76% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$340
71% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units19,423

Property Tax

Climate in Kurayoshi

Kurayoshi has an average annual temperature of 15.2°C (59°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.8°C), the coldest is Jan (5.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2016 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.1°C / 41°F -0.4° / 12.4° 132.9
Feb 5.4°C / 42°F -0.2° / 14.1° 106.6
Mar 8.4°C / 47°F 1.5° / 18.3° 136.7
Apr 12.2°C / 54°F 4.1° / 21.6° 185.7
May 16.8°C / 62°F 8.7° / 25.2° 159.4
Jun 21.1°C / 70°F 14.1° / 28° 229.2
Jul 25.1°C / 77°F 20.3° / 30.8° 275.8
Aug 26.8°C / 80°F 21.9° / 32.1° 208.5
Sep 23.7°C / 75°F 18.1° / 30.1° 167.2
Oct 17.6°C / 64°F 11.4° / 25.8° 146.0
Nov 12.7°C / 55°F 6.1° / 21.2° 129.9
Dec 7.1°C / 45°F 1.1° / 15.1° 138.0
Kurayoshi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above Japan avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days215 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area105.0 sq mi (272.1 km²)
Population Density462/sq mi
Coordinates35.4333°N, 133.8167°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.0"
76% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.74"
Driest Month (Dec) 3.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

91 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 29, 2025.

Jan 16, 1995 8 km S of Akashi, Japan M6.9 145 km
Oct 6, 2000 8 km ESE of Matsue, Japan M6.7 62 km
Apr 11, 1990 11 km ENE of Maizuru, Japan M6.1 148 km
Apr 12, 2013 6 km WNW of Sumoto, Japan M5.8 150 km
Aug 7, 1992 21 km N of Miyazu, Japan M5.8 125 km
Apr 8, 2018 8 km NNE of ?dach?-?da, Japan M5.7 116 km
Aug 28, 1991 9 km SSW of Yasugich?, Japan M5.5 56 km
Oct 8, 2000 32 km N of Sh?bara, Japan M5.4 78 km
Sep 24, 2003 5 km WNW of Ayabe, Japan M5.4 126 km
Sep 16, 2002 24 km SW of Kurayoshi, Japan M5.3 25 km
Sep 3, 1997 21 km S of Yasugich?, Japan M5.3 59 km
Jan 11, 2001 15 km E of Tottori, Japan M5.3 53 km
Oct 8, 2000 8 km SSW of Yonago, Japan M5.2 47 km
Jan 16, 1995 20 km SW of Akashi, Japan M5.0 135 km
Jun 3, 2011 9 km ENE of G?tsuch?, Japan M5.0 143 km
Oct 13, 1995 10 km ESE of Akashi, Japan M4.9 149 km
Sep 28, 1990 24 km NNW of Kariya, Japan M4.9 68 km
Feb 18, 1995 16 km NW of Sumoto, Japan M4.7 140 km
Apr 8, 2018 6 km S of ?dach?-?da, Japan M4.7 124 km
Oct 6, 2000 9 km S of Yonago, Japan M4.7 45 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

37 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Lan (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 1 259 km
2018 Jebi Category 2 160 km
2018 Trami Category 1 238 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 123 km
2017 Noru Category 1 198 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 294 km
2015 Goni Category 2 257 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 274 km
2014 Halong Category 1 275 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 216 km
2007 Usagi Category 1 164 km
2005 Nabi Category 1 232 km
2004 Songda Category 2 147 km
2004 Chaba Category 2 67 km
2003 Etau Category 2 155 km
1999 Bart Category 2 114 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 212 km
1998 Zeb Category 1 96 km
1997 Rosie Category 1 79 km
1996 Kirk Category 2 27 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.3 m (37 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1927 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 11.3 m 3,022 118 km
1711 SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 1,000 127 km
1995 KOBE, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 6,434 148 km
701 SEA OF JAPAN Earthquake 146 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Oki-Dogo (93 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Oki-Dogo Shield 151 m (495 ft) Unknown 93 km
Sanbesan Stratovolcano 1,126 m (3,694 ft) 650 113 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 4.5 in
March 43°F (6°C) 4.5 in
April 53°F (12°C) 4.8 in
May 62°F (17°C) 5.1 in
June 69°F (21°C) 7.6 in
July 77°F (25°C) 8.7 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 5.4 in Warmest
September 71°F (21°C) 8.7 in
October 60°F (16°C) 4.9 in
November 51°F (10°C) 4.4 in
December 42°F (6°C) 3.9 in Driest

Kurayoshi has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 37°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 67.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.7") and December the driest (3.9").

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Colleges & Universities in Kurayoshi

Institution Type Founded Website
鳥取短期大学 University Visit →
鳥取短期大学シグナスホール College

Schools in Kurayoshi

28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
倉吉市立東中学校
鳥取県立倉吉農業高等学校
鳥取県立倉吉総合産業高等学校
倉吉市立鴨川中学校
倉吉市立関金小学校
北栄町立北条小学校
倉吉市立社小学校
鳥取県自動車学校
倉吉市立西中学校
鳥取県自動車学校
倉吉市立西郷小学校
北栄町立北条中学校
倉吉市立上灘小学校
倉吉市立河北中学校
鳥取県立倉吉養護学校
倉吉市立明倫小学校
倉吉市立成徳小学校
鳥取県立倉吉東高等学校
私立倉吉北高等学校
町立三潮南小学校福山分校
市立河北小学校
旧・倉吉市立河北中学校跡
市立小鴨小学校
市立北谷小学校
市立久米中学校
市立上小鴨小学校広瀬分校
倉吉市立上小鴨小学校
倉吉市立上北条小学校
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Radio Stations near Kurayoshi

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Kurayoshi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Enkei Gekijo Kurayoshi Figure Museum
Gosho-Aoyama Manga Factory
Hawai Fudokikan
Hawai Fudokikan
Pear museum
あおや和紙工房
あおや郷土館
人形峠展示館
倉吉博物館
倉吉歴史民俗資料館
倉吉線鉄道記念館
北栄町歴史民俗資料館
奥津歴史資料館
日韓友好資料館
河本家住宅
湯原温泉ミュージアム
蒜山郷土博物館
蒜山郷土館
陣所の館
青谷上寺地遺跡展示館

Libraries in Kurayoshi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
倉吉市立せきがね図書館0.0
倉吉市立図書館0.0
北栄町図書館0.0
大山町立図書館0.0
湯梨浜町立図書館0.0
琴浦町図書館0.0
琴浦町図書館赤碕分館0.0
町立みささ図書館0.0
鳥取市立気高図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Kurayoshi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
白壁マルシェ

Hotels in Kurayoshi

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel St Palace Kurayoshi
まきた
倉吉シティホテル

Restaurants in Kurayoshi

28 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ageHa
Gyoza no Ohsho
MARUWA寿司
Paku-Paku
Tsudoi Chicken Camp
yonaga sarou
お好み焼き 歌舞点心
ガスト倉吉店
カレーショップ てけてけ
ごっつおらーめん 倉吉本店
チロリン村
ほっかほっか亭
ほっかほっか亭
ラーメン大八
レストラン味喜
中華料理 金竜
倉吉酒場 情熱ホルモン
君想うツバメの暮らし
大阪王将 倉吉店
小僧寿し すし花館
山陰海鮮 炉端かば 倉吉店
手打ちそば処 打吹庵
新来軒
漁師料理さと
焼肉まさしげ
軽食喫茶イエペス
食彩館
魚河岸ろばた-旬門-倉吉店

Cafes in Kurayoshi

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

cafe SOURCE MID
Komeda Coffee Shop
カフェテリアCOA
テンポイント
ふれすこ
マリコシュガー
みるか

Cinemas in Kurayoshi

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinema Epoch

Theatres in Kurayoshi

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

倉吉未来中心

Clinics in Kurayoshi

5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

まつい眼科クリニック
まつだ小児科医院
打吹公園クリニック
桑名歯科医院
池田整形外科医院

Dentists in Kurayoshi

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

桑名歯科医院

Train Stations in Kurayoshi

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kurayoshi

Bus Stations in Kurayoshi

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JP #9385939618

Gas Stations in Kurayoshi

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
JP #4459696070
JP #449400814
JP #451337459
丸紅エネルギー

Banks in Kurayoshi

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

しまね銀行
山陰合同銀行 倉吉支店
鳥取銀行

Shopping Malls in Kurayoshi

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

パープルタウン

Golf Courses in Kurayoshi

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

倉吉ゴルフ倶楽部

Breweries in Kurayoshi

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
AKARI Brewing
倉吉果実酒酿造所

Ski Resorts Near Kurayoshi

13 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Snow Resort Nekoyama 0.0 $0
Dogoyama-Kougen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Ibukinosato Ski Area 0.0 $0
Chikusa Highland Ski resort 0.0 $0
Ski & Board Resort Tsuguro Kogen 0.0 $0
Hiruzen Bear Valley Ski Resort 0.0 $0
OkuDaisen Ski resort 0.0 $0
Kagamiganaru Ski Area 0.0 $0
Wakasa Hyonosen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Daisen Masumizu Kogen Snow Park 0.0 $0
Daisen White Resort 0.0 $0
Azo Koen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Tajima Farm Park Ski Area 0.0 $0

Airports Near Kurayoshi

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Okayama Momotaro AirportOKJLarge Airport
Oki Global Geopark AirportOKIMedium Airport
Tottori Sand Dunes Conan AirportTTJMedium Airport
Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air BaseYGJMedium Airport
JGSDF Nihonbara AirfieldSmall Airport
Suika AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Kurayoshi

19 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hojo Post Office
Kitadani Summary Post Office
Kurayoshi Ageiichi Post Office
Kurayoshi Fukuba Post Office
Kurayoshi Kajimachi Summary Post Office
Kurayoshi Kamiogamo Post Office
Kurayoshi Koei Summary Post Office
Kurayoshi Koshidonocho Post Office
Kurayoshi Nakagawara Summary Post Office
Kurayoshi Nishikurayoshi Post Office
Kurayoshi Post Office
Kurayoshi Taisho Post Office
Kurayoshi Yatsuya Summary Post Office
Kurayoshi Yokota Post Office
Nakahojo Post Office
Sekigane Post Office
Takashiro Post Office
Yamamori Post Office
上北条簡易郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kurayoshi

32 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
不動堂
八幡山 隆泉寺
八幡神社
勝宿禰神社
北野神社
四王寺
国庁裏神社
大山鳥居神社
大滝山地蔵院
天高神社
妙寂寺
打吹山 長谷寺
新宮山神社
新宮神社
日照山 極楽寺
東山神社
法幢寺
法界山 大蓮寺
清浄山 山名寺
清熊稲荷神社
真如山 誓願寺
萬祥山 大岳院
護国山 勝入寺
護国山 國分寺 (伯耆国分寺)
透關山 満正寺
遊園山 妙寂寺
金地福山 定光寺
鎮霊神社
鎮霊神社
随縁山 光明寺
鹿島神社
黒住教倉吉大教会所

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 Kurayoshi

What is the population of Kurayoshi?

Kurayoshi has a population of 48,558 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 462 people per square mile, spread across 105.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kurayoshi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,600, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $68,000 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $340 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 Kurayoshi?

Kurayoshi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.0 inches.

How is the job market in Kurayoshi?

The job market in Kurayoshi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,554 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kurayoshi?

The median home value in Kurayoshi is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.

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