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Matsumaru, Japan

Ehime · Japan

Matsumaru is a small town in Ehime, Japan with a population of 3,674. Elevation: 299 ft (91 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
3,674 Population 39/sq mi density
299 ft Elevation 91 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
81.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,200 Median Income
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Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$28,200 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population3,674
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density39/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,200
Unemployment2.4%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units1,470

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain81.1 in/yr
Sunny Days189/yr
Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Population3,674
Population Density39 / sq mi
Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Coordinates33.2275°, 132.7076°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceEhime
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation81.1 inches (2,060 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,200
Median Age50.6 years

About Matsumaru

Matsumaru is a small town in Japan (Ehime) with a population of 3,674. The city sits at an elevation of 299 feet (91 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Matsumaru has a population of 3,674 with a density of 39 people per square mile, spread across 93.4 square miles. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,674
Total Population
39
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above Japan avg
93.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Matsumaru vs Japan Average

The median household income in Matsumaru is $28,200, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 118 business establishments.

Income: Matsumaru vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,200
62% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)118

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Matsumaru 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 1,470 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, 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 Units1,470

Property Tax

Climate in Matsumaru

Matsumaru has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1572 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / 10.8° 52.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / 11.5° 73.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / 14.9° 127.7
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / 20.4° 113.8
May 0°C / 32°F — / 23.7° 157.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / 26.1° 257.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / 30.3° 234.8
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / 31.5° 149.5
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / 28.3° 182.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / 23.6° 106.6
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / 18.5° 77.2
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / 13.6° 39.7
Matsumaru enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 189 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 81.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 299 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above Japan avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days189 days/yr

Geography

Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Area93.4 sq mi (241.9 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates33.2275°N, 132.7076°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 81.1"
113% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 11.73"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

216 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 18, 2025.

Mar 24, 2001 16 km SSW of Kure, Japan M6.8 97 km
Apr 17, 2024 18 km W of Uwajima, Japan M6.3 32 km
Mar 13, 2014 32 km SSW of Hikari, Japan M6.3 96 km
Jan 21, 2022 27 km SSE of Saiki, Japan M6.3 84 km
Jun 11, 2006 15 km S of Tsukawaki, Japan M6.3 146 km
Aug 28, 2014 53 km E of Takanabe, Japan M5.8 140 km
Apr 25, 2001 18 km SE of Saiki, Japan M5.7 78 km
Apr 15, 2016 10 km NE of Aso, Japan M5.5 147 km
May 22, 1998 9 km NE of Bungo-Takada-shi, Japan M5.5 119 km
Mar 27, 2006 45 km SSE of Saiki, Japan M5.5 87 km
Jul 12, 2015 12 km SSW of Usuki, Japan M5.5 92 km
Nov 4, 2002 Kyushu, Japan M5.4 143 km
Mar 27, 2019 57 km E of Takanabe, Japan M5.3 132 km
Mar 2, 2017 39 km SSE of Saiki, Japan M5.3 87 km
Mar 25, 2001 22 km WNW of H?j?, Japan M5.2 89 km
Jul 17, 2021 29 km NE of Kitsuki, Japan M5.2 93 km
Mar 27, 2019 45 km E of Takanabe, Japan M5.2 137 km
Jan 29, 2012 13 km E of Nobeoka, Japan M5.1 110 km
Apr 15, 2016 13 km SW of Saiki, Japan M5.1 94 km
Apr 15, 2016 11 km WSW of Beppu, Japan M5.1 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

61 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Shanshan (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 2 239 km
2023 Lan Category 1 283 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 2 200 km
2020 Chan-hom Category 1 289 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 169 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 137 km
2018 Trami Category 1 107 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 168 km
2017 Noru Category 1 80 km
2016 Malakas Category 3 88 km
2015 Goni Category 3 218 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 150 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 188 km
2014 Halong Category 1 61 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 216 km
2011 Roke Category 4 253 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 75 km
2009 Melor Category 1 247 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 153 km
2007 Usagi Category 3 115 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

14 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.0 m (26 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1596 BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU Eruption + Earthquake 8.0 m 708 94 km
1968 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 3.1 m 1 105 km
684 NANKAIDO Earthquake 3.0 m 145 km
1769 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 2.5 m 123 km
1941 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 1.2 m 2 148 km
1939 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.8 m 1 123 km
1931 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.8 m 1 128 km
1970 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.3 m 148 km
1984 KYUSHU, JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m 118 km
1969 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m 128 km
1899 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 70 km
1715 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 94 km
1698 SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO Earthquake 94 km
1597 BEPPU BAY, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake 40 103 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yufu-Tsurumi (123 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 123 km
Kujusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,791 m (5,876 ft) 1996 137 km
Asosan Caldera 1,592 m (5,223 ft) 2020 154 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 175 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in
March 47°F (8°C) 5.5 in
April 56°F (14°C) 8.0 in
May 63°F (17°C) 8.7 in
June 70°F (21°C) 11.7 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 11.6 in
August 78°F (26°C) 6.0 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 10.5 in
October 63°F (17°C) 6.5 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
December 44°F (6°C) 2.8 in

Matsumaru has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 40°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 81.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.7") and January the driest (2.5").

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Schools in Matsumaru

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立大宮小学校
市立本村小学校
市立西ヶ方小学校(休校)
町立松野南小学校
町立松野東小学校
町立松野中学校
町立松野西小学校
市立西土佐小学校
市立西土佐中学校
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Radio Stations near Matsumaru

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Matsumaru

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Shimanto River Gakuyuu Hall
ギャラリー 闘変木と偏竹林
井関邦三郎記念館
四万十市立郷土資料館
城山郷土館
宇和先哲記念館
宇和島市立伊達博物館
宇和島市立歴史資料館
宇和文化会館
宇和歴史民俗資料館
宇和民具館
宇和米博物館
愛媛県歴史文化博物館
愛治ふるさと館
檮原町立歴史民俗資料館
牛鬼館
畦地梅太郎記念美術館
肱川風の博物館・歌麿館
芝不器男記念館
西予市立ギャラリーしろかわ
西予市立城川歴史民俗資料館
開明学校
鬼北町歴史民俗資料館

Libraries in Matsumaru

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Shimanto Library0.0
四万十市立図書館西土佐分館0.0
大洲市立肱川図書館0.0
宇和島市立三間公民館図書室0.0
宇和島市立中央図書館0.0
簡野道明記念吉田町立図書館0.0
西予市図書交流館まなびあん0.0
西予市宇和図書館0.0
西予市農村モデル野村図書館0.0
鬼北町中央公民館図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Matsumaru

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
宇和島青果市場
宇和島青果販連市場

Hotels in Matsumaru

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Seria Shimanto

Restaurants in Matsumaru

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

レストラン遊鶴羽
西土佐食堂

Clinics in Matsumaru

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

四万十市国民健康保険西土佐診療所
松野町国民健康保険中央診療所

Train Stations in Matsumaru

7 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ekawasaki
Hage
Matsuchi
Matsumaru
Nishigahō
Tōkawa
Yoshinobu

Gas Stations in Matsumaru

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JP #12285131726
JP #5151491102

Stadiums & Teams in Matsumaru

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Ski Resorts Near Matsumaru

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
SOL-FA Oda ski slopes 0.0 $0
Kuma Ski Land 0.0 $0
Ishizuchi SKi & Snowbaord Resort 0.0 $0

Airports Near Matsumaru

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Matsuyama AirportMYJLarge Airport
Agawa Skypark GliderportSmall Airport
Tachibana Wind ParkSmall Airport

Post Offices in Matsumaru

7 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ekawasaki Post Office
Matsuno Post Office
Meguro Post Office
Okuyanai Summary Post Office
Omiya Post Office
Tookawa Post Office
Yoshino Post Office

Treatment Centers in Matsumaru

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
7つの扉
時の実

Churches & Religious Organizations in Matsumaru

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
八坂神社
和霊神社
大山祇神社
大師堂
大師堂
天満神社
宮川弥勒堂
御嶽神社
文殊堂
日前神社
永昌寺
河内神社
蔵王神社

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 Matsumaru

What is the population of Matsumaru?

Matsumaru has a population of 3,674 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 93.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Matsumaru expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,200, 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 Matsumaru?

Matsumaru enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 189 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.1 inches.

How is the job market in Matsumaru?

The job market in Matsumaru is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 118 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Matsumaru?

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

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