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Kushimoto, Japan
Wakayama · Japan
Kushimoto is a small city in Wakayama, Japan with a population of 16,243. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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| Population | 16,243 |
| Population Density | 34 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.4684°, 135.7791° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Wakayama |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.9 inches (2,411 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 50.8 years |
About Kushimoto
Kushimoto is a small city in Japan (Wakayama) with a population of 16,243. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kushimoto vs Japan Average
Income: Kushimoto vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,900 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 520 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $70,000 |
| 75% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $350 |
| 70% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 6,497 |
Property Tax
Climate in Kushimoto
Kushimoto has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.2°C), the coldest is Jan (8.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2640 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.4°F |
| 16% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 166 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 472.5 sq mi (1,223.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 34/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4684°N, 135.7791°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 | 83 km |
| 1707 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 25.7 m | 5,000 | 96 km |
| 1944 | OFF SOUTHEAST COAST KII PENINSULA | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 1,223 | 136 km |
| 1605 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 5,000 | 97 km |
| 1946 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 6.6 m | 1,362 | 40 km |
| 1520 | KII, KUMANANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 51 km |
| 1510 | OSAKA BAY | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 131 km |
| 1408 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 110 km |
| 1403 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 72 km |
| 922 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 93 km |
| 1808 | E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 103 km |
| 2004 | SOUTH COAST HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | — | 124 km |
| 2004 | SOUTH COAST HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 90 km |
| 1948 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 44 km |
| 1995 | KOBE, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 6,434 | 141 km |
| 1791 | OASAKA BAY | Earthquake | — | — | 120 km |
| 1708 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 127 km |
| 1498 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 54 km |
| 1361 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | — | 660 | 89 km |
| 1360 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | — | — | 40 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 6.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 8.8 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 9.5 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 13.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 10.0 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 9.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 12.4 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 8.2 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
Kushimoto has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 46°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 94.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.7") and December the driest (3.0").
Schools in Kushimoto
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立串本中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立串本西中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立大島小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立潮岬中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立潮岬小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立田並中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立田並小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立錦富小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 串本町立串本西小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 橋杭小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Kushimoto Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 町立出雲小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立大島中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立大島小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 県立串本高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kushimoto
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kushimoto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kushimoto Okyo Rosetsu Art Museum | ||||
| Taiji Whale Museum | ||||
| Treasure Hall | ||||
| エビとカニの博物館 | ||||
| とびうお資料館 | ||||
| トルコ記念館 | ||||
| 太地町立石垣記念館 | ||||
| 宇久井ビジターセンター |
Libraries in Kushimoto
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kushimoto Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 那智勝浦町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Kushimoto
12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kushimoto
37 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kushimoto
16 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kushimoto
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kushimoto
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kushimoto
6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kushimoto
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kushimoto
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kushimoto
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kushimoto
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nanki Shirahama Airport | SHM | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Kushimoto
9 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Arita Post Office | |
| Izumo Post Office | |
| Kushimoto Nishiki Summary Post Office | |
| Kushimoto Post Office | |
| Oshima Post Office | |
| Shionomisaki Post Office | |
| Sue Post Office | |
| Tanami Post Office | |
| Wabuka Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kushimoto
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Minenoyakushido | |
| Muryo-ji | |
| Yagura Shrine | |
| カトリック 串本教会 | |
| 円光寺 | |
| 天満神社 | |
| 妙光寺 | |
| 日本イエスキリスト教団 串本教会 | |
| 正覚寺 | |
| 潮岬神社 | |
| 潮崎本之宮神社 | |
| 田並キリスト教会 | |
| 矢倉神社 | |
| 金比羅宮 | |
| 雷公神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Kushimoto?
Kushimoto has a population of 16,243 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 472.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kushimoto expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,900, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $70,000 (75% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $350 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 Kushimoto?
Kushimoto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 166 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.9 inches.
How is the job market in Kushimoto?
The job market in Kushimoto is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 520 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kushimoto?
The median home value in Kushimoto is $70,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $350.