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Mishōhirajō, Japan

Ehime · Japan

Mishōhirajō is a small city in Ehime, Japan with a population of 19,601. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
19,601 Population 60/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
81.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,200 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
$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

Population19,601
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density60/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,200
Unemployment2.4%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units7,840

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain81.6 in/yr
Sunny Days188/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population19,601
Population Density60 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates32.9637°, 132.5661°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceEhime
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation81.6 inches (2,073 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,200
Median Age50.6 years

About Mishōhirajō

Mishōhirajō is a small city in Japan (Ehime) with a population of 19,601. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Mishōhirajō has a population of 19,601 with a density of 60 people per square mile, spread across 324.2 square miles. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

19,601
Total Population
60
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above Japan avg
324.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mishōhirajō vs Japan Average

The median household income in Mishōhirajō 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 627 business establishments.

Income: Mishōhirajō vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)627

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mishōhirajō 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 7,840 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 Units7,840

Property Tax

Climate in Mishōhirajō

Mishōhirajō 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 1912 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / 10.9° 53.9
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / 11.6° 79.9
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / 14.9° 148.7
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / 19.6° 172.3
May 0°C / 32°F — / 23.1° 200.7
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / 25.4° 260.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / 29.3° 261.6
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / 30.8° 227.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / 27.9° 227.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / 23.6° 143.8
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / 18.4° 87.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / 13.7° 47.7
Mishōhirajō enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 188 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 81.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above Japan avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days188 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area324.2 sq mi (839.6 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates32.9637°N, 132.5661°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 81.6"
115% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 11.22"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

296 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 27, 2025.

Mar 24, 2001 16 km SSW of Kure, Japan M6.8 125 km
Apr 17, 2024 18 km W of Uwajima, Japan M6.3 37 km
Mar 13, 2014 32 km SSW of Hikari, Japan M6.3 106 km
Jan 21, 2022 27 km SSE of Saiki, Japan M6.3 56 km
Jun 11, 2006 15 km S of Tsukawaki, Japan M6.3 134 km
May 9, 2019 43 km ESE of Miyazaki, Japan M6.2 148 km
Aug 28, 2014 53 km E of Takanabe, Japan M5.8 108 km
Oct 19, 1996 19 km ENE of Miyazaki, Japan M5.7 143 km
Apr 25, 2001 18 km SE of Saiki, Japan M5.7 53 km
May 9, 2019 46 km ESE of Miyazaki, Japan M5.6 144 km
Mar 27, 2006 45 km SSE of Saiki, Japan M5.5 56 km
May 22, 1998 9 km NE of Bungo-Takada-shi, Japan M5.5 122 km
Apr 18, 2016 8 km NNE of Aso, Japan M5.5 137 km
Aug 16, 2025 32 km ESE of Takanabe, Japan M5.5 127 km
Oct 19, 1996 37 km ESE of Miyazaki, Japan M5.5 144 km
Apr 15, 2016 10 km NE of Aso, Japan M5.5 132 km
Jul 12, 2015 12 km SSW of Usuki, Japan M5.5 77 km
Apr 15, 2016 5 km WSW of Aso, Japan M5.4 144 km
Nov 4, 2002 Kyushu, Japan M5.4 114 km
Mar 2, 2017 39 km SSE of Saiki, Japan M5.3 57 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 3 218 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 3 196 km
2020 Chan-hom Category 1 267 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 139 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 131 km
2018 Trami Category 1 84 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 174 km
2017 Noru Category 1 60 km
2016 Malakas Category 3 86 km
2015 Goni Category 3 203 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 162 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 183 km
2014 Halong Category 1 64 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 208 km
2011 Roke Category 4 245 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 66 km
2009 Melor Category 1 237 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 153 km
2007 Usagi Category 3 100 km
2007 Man-yi Category 2 37 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

17 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 89 km
1968 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 3.1 m 1 74 km
684 NANKAIDO Earthquake 3.0 m 144 km
1769 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 2.5 m 91 km
1941 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 1.2 m 2 116 km
1939 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.8 m 1 91 km
1931 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.8 m 1 96 km
1929 HYUGANADA SEA Earthquake 0.7 m 145 km
1970 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.3 m 118 km
1899 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.3 m 130 km
1984 KYUSHU, JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m 87 km
1969 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m 96 km
1987 KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.0 m 2 124 km
1899 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 38 km
1715 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 89 km
1698 SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO Earthquake 89 km
1597 BEPPU BAY, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake 40 97 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yufu-Tsurumi (115 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 115 km
Kujusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,791 m (5,876 ft) 1996 124 km
Asosan Caldera 1,592 m (5,223 ft) 2020 137 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 193 km
Kirishimayama Shield 1,700 m (5,577 ft) 2018 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
March 50°F (10°C) 5.5 in
April 58°F (15°C) 7.9 in
May 65°F (18°C) 8.7 in
June 71°F (22°C) 11.2 in Wettest
July 78°F (26°C) 11.1 in
August 80°F (26°C) 6.5 in Warmest
September 74°F (24°C) 11.1 in
October 65°F (19°C) 6.9 in
November 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
December 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in

Mishōhirajō has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 44°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 81.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.2") and January the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Mishōhirajō

26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
町立柏小学校
愛媛県立南宇和高等学校
町立長月小学校
町立赤水小学校
町立西海中学校
町立西浦小学校
町立菊川小学校
町立船越小学校
町立緑小学校
町立福浦小学校
町立福浦中学校
町立満倉小学校
町立深浦小学校
町立一本松中学校
町立東海小学校
町立御荘中学校
町立平城小学校
町立城辺小学校
町立城辺中学校
町立内海中学校
町立僧都小学校
町立僧都中学校
町立久良小学校
町立中浦小学校
町立中浦中学校
町立一本松小学校
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Radio Stations near Mishōhirajō

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Mishōhirajō

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
NANREKU Baseyama Park SHIDEN-KAI (N1K2-J) Exhibition Hall
宿毛市立宿毛歴史館
愛南町一本松郷土資料館

Libraries in Mishōhirajō

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
四万十市立図書館西土佐分館0.0
大月町立図書館0.0
宿毛市立坂本図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Mishōhirajō

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ainan Fishery Association Fukaura Base
宇和島青果販連市場

Hotels in Mishōhirajō

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AOI-KUNI Hotel, the Blue Island Hotel
国民宿舎レストハウス

Restaurants in Mishōhirajō

9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ibara-Gee
ICHIBA-SHOKUDOH, the Fishery Market Restaurant
ICHIBA-SHOKUDOH, the Fishery Market Restaurant
Joyfull
Korean BBQ Beef Heijoumon
WOODY HOUSE KAZAN
Yuki-Shokudo
お食事処なにわ
お食事処なにわ

Cafes in Mishōhirajō

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

珈琲専門店アンベール

Monuments in Mishōhirajō

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shimizudaishi

Zoos in Mishōhirajō

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

NANREKU Baseyama Park Petting Zoo

Gas Stations in Mishōhirajō

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JP #4810613661

Banks in Mishōhirajō

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Do-Yo Bank Misho Branch

Ski Resorts Near Mishōhirajō

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
SOL-FA Oda ski slopes 0.0 $0

Airports Near Mishōhirajō

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Agawa Skypark GliderportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Mishōhirajō

20 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Akamizu Summary Post Office
Arashi Post Office
Fukaura Post Office
Fukuura Post Office
Hataji Pot Office
Hisayoshi Post Office
Iekushi Post Office
Ippommatsu Post Office
Johen Post Office
Kashiwa Post Office
Kikukawa Summary Post Office
Michikura Summary Post Office
Midori Post Office
Misho Post Office
Nagasaki Summary Post Office
Nagatsuki Summary Post Office
Nakaura Post Office
Nishiumi Post Office
Toyota Summary Post Office
岩水簡易郵便局

Treatment Centers in Mishōhirajō

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
7つの扉

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mishōhirajō

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
40 Kanjizai-ji
八坂神社
権現神社
若宮大明神
若宮神社
金峯神社
金毘羅宮

Explore Near Mishōhirajō

Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Mishōhirajō

What is the population of Mishōhirajō?

Mishōhirajō has a population of 19,601 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 60 people per square mile, spread across 324.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mishōhirajō 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 Mishōhirajō?

Mishōhirajō enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 188 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.6 inches.

How is the job market in Mishōhirajō?

The job market in Mishōhirajō is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 627 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mishōhirajō?

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

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