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Kusano, Japan
Fukushima · Japan
Kusano is a small town in Fukushima, Japan with a population of 1,318. Elevation: 1,450 ft (442 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kusano
Kusano was a village located in Iwaki District, Fukushima Prefecture, later Iwaki District (石城郡). It is currently the city of Iwaki, Fukushima Prefecture.
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| Population | 1,318 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,450 ft (442 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.7000°, 140.7500° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Fukushima |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.4 inches (1,255 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.4 inches (9 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,300 |
| Median Age | 50.2 years |
About Kusano
Kusano is a small town in Japan (Fukushima) with a population of 1,318. The city sits at an elevation of 1,450 feet (442 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kusano vs Japan Average
Income: Kusano vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,300 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 42 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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 Units | 527 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,450 ft (442 m) |
| Area | 76.9 sq mi (199.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.7000°N, 140.7500°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1835 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | - | 104 km |
| 1861 | OFF MIYAGI | Earthquake | 3.9 m | - | 141 km |
| 2008 | ARATOZAWA, JAPAN | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.5 m | 23 | 148 km |
| 2016 | E. COAST HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.4 m | - | 66 km |
| 1938 | OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 1.3 m | - | 95 km |
| 1938 | OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 1.3 m | - | 115 km |
| 1897 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 110 km |
| 1938 | JAPAN TRENCH | Earthquake | 0.8 m | - | 125 km |
| 1959 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.8 m | - | 130 km |
| 1938 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.8 m | - | 102 km |
| 1936 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.7 m | - | 139 km |
| 1978 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 28 | 125 km |
| 1938 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 1 | 107 km |
| 1938 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 101 km |
| 2022 | OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 4 | 73 km |
| 1896 | KASHIMA, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 135 km |
| 2008 | OFF EAST COAST OF HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 130 km |
| 1938 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 150 km |
| 1935 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 135 km |
| 2021 | OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 1 | 88 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Adatarayama (42 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Adatarayama | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,728 m (5,669 ft) | 1996 | 42 km |
| Azumayama | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,949 m (6,394 ft) | 1977 | 45 km |
| Zaozan [Zaosan] | Complex | 1,841 m (6,040 ft) | 1940 | 56 km |
| Bandaisan | Stratovolcano | 1,816 m (5,958 ft) | 1888 | 61 km |
| Nasudake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,915 m (6,283 ft) | 1963 | 94 km |
| Numazawa | Shield | 835 m (2,740 ft) | -3400 | 108 km |
| Naruko | Caldera | 470 m (1,542 ft) | 837 | 114 km |
| Takaharayama | Stratovolcano | 1,795 m (5,889 ft) | -4570 | 124 km |
| Kurikomayama | Stratovolcano | 1,627 m (5,338 ft) | 1950 | 140 km |
| Omanago Group | Lava dome(s) | 2,341 m (7,680 ft) | -3050 | 149 km |
| Nantaisan | Stratovolcano | 2,486 m (8,156 ft) | -9540 | 152 km |
| Hiuchigatake | Stratovolcano | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | 1544 | 154 km |
| Nikko-Shiranesan | Shield | 2,578 m (8,458 ft) | 1952 | 158 km |
| Chokaisan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,236 m (7,336 ft) | 1974 | 167 km |
| Akagisan | Stratovolcano | 1,828 m (5,997 ft) | Unknown | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 6.1 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 1.6 in |
Kusano has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 31°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.4") and January the driest (1.4").
Schools in Kusano
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 臼石小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 福島県立相馬農業高等学校飯舘校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kusano
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kusano
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sairi Yashiki | ||||
| Tsunami HARLEY Tenjikan | ||||
| 南相馬市博物館 | ||||
| 原ノ町驛陣屋 | ||||
| 夢海庵 鈴倭人形美術館 | ||||
| 小高の歴史コーナー | ||||
| 山元町震災遺構 中浜小学校 | ||||
| 山元町震災遺構 中浜小学校 受付 | ||||
| 明治蔵 | ||||
| 相馬市歴史民俗資料館 |
Libraries in Kusano
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ふれあい交流センター | 0.0 | |||||
| 南相馬市図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新地町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 相馬市図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kusano
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| セデッテかしま | |||||
| 小高マルシェ | |||||
| 浜の駅松川浦 | |||||
| 相馬総合地方卸売市場 |
Theme Parks in Kusano
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Kusano
27 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuriko International Ski & Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Izumigatake Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Asahi Shizenkan Snow Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| St. Mary | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Water Jump Miyagi | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Zao Onsen Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Miyagi Zao Sumikawasu Snow Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Zao Sarukura | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Miyagi Zao Eboshi Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Zao Liza World | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Miyagi Zao Shiroishi Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Miyagi Zao Shichikashuku | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Onogawa Onsen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Yonezawa Snow World | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Listel Ski Fantasia | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tengendai Kogen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Grandeco Snow Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Yokomuki Onsen Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Minowa Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Nihonmatsu Shiozawa | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Urabandai Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Numajiri Ski | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Adatara Kogen Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Inawashiro Schanze | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Family Snow Park Bandai X2 | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Grand Sunpia Inawashiro Resort Hotel | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Inawashiro Snow Paradise | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Kusano
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sendai Airport | SDJ | Large Airport |
| Fukushima Airport | FKS | Medium Airport |
| JASDF Matsushima Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Yamagata Airport | GAJ | Medium Airport |
| Abukuma Flying Club Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fukushima (Iizaka) Skypark | - | Small Airport |
| Fukushima Robot Test Field Minamisoma Runway | - | Small Airport |
| Fukushima Robot Test Field Namie Runway | - | Small Airport |
| Izumigatake Paragliding School | - | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Kasuminome Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kakuda Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Osato Gliderport | - | Small Airport |
| Rifu Morigo Auxiliary Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Shirataka Aero Park / Mutsumi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kusano
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Iidate Post Office | |
| Iiso Post Office | |
| Komiya Summary Post Office | |
| Nimaibashi Post Office | |
| Okura Summary Post Office | |
| Soma Tamano Summary Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kusano
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Zennoji 善応寺 | |
| 虎捕 山津見神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kusano
What is the population of Kusano?
Kusano has a population of 1,318 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 76.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kusano expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,300, 62% 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 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Kusano?
Kusano has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.4 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kusano?
The job market in Kusano is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 42 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kusano?
The median home value in Kusano is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.