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Mugiura, Japan

Tokushima · Japan

Mugiura is a small town in Tokushima, Japan with a population of 3,743. Elevation: -3 ft (-1 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
3,743 Population 9/sq mi density
-3 ft Elevation -1 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
77.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,400 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
$28,400 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

Population3,743
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density9/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,400
Unemployment2.4%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units1,497

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
Rain77.9 in/yr
Sunny Days195/yr
Elevation-3 ft (-1 m)
Population3,743
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation-3 ft (-1 m)
Coordinates33.6659°, 134.4229°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceTokushima
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation77.9 inches (1,979 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,400
Median Age51.0 years

About Mugiura

Mugiura is a small town in Japan (Tokushima) with a population of 3,743. The city sits at an elevation of -3 feet (-1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Mugiura has a population of 3,743 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 441.5 square miles. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,743
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above Japan avg
441.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mugiura vs Japan Average

The median household income in Mugiura is $28,400, 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 120 business establishments.

Income: Mugiura vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,400
62% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)120

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mugiura 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 1,497 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 Units1,497

Property Tax

Mugiura enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 195 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 77.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of -3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above Japan avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days195 days/yr

Geography

Elevation-3 ft (-1 m)
Area441.5 sq mi (1,143.5 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates33.6659°N, 134.4229°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 77.9"
105% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.77"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

170 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.2 on Mar 6, 2025.

Jan 16, 1995 8 km S of Akashi, Japan M6.9 116 km
Apr 12, 2013 6 km WNW of Sumoto, Japan M5.8 87 km
Aug 20, 1999 22 km SE of Kainan, Japan M5.7 99 km
Mar 13, 2019 22 km ESE of Anan, Japan M5.2 43 km
Apr 26, 2007 15 km ESE of Niihama, Japan M5.1 93 km
Apr 14, 2000 10 km SSW of Tanabe, Japan M5.1 82 km
Oct 20, 1991 45 km SSW of Tanabe, Japan M5.1 85 km
Jan 16, 1995 20 km SW of Akashi, Japan M5.0 105 km
Jul 5, 2011 12 km NNW of Gob?, Japan M5.0 75 km
Jun 16, 2022 5 km S of Komatsushimach?, Japan M4.9 34 km
Feb 21, 2011 12 km NNW of Tanabe, Japan M4.9 86 km
Sep 28, 1990 24 km NNW of Kariya, Japan M4.9 143 km
Aug 22, 1994 39 km S of Anan, Japan M4.9 20 km
Jul 20, 2010 8 km WSW of Hashimoto, Japan M4.9 123 km
Oct 13, 1995 10 km ESE of Akashi, Japan M4.9 123 km
Jan 8, 2012 29 km SSW of K?ya, Japan M4.8 103 km
Oct 4, 2011 14 km SW of Wakimachi, Japan M4.8 49 km
May 26, 2005 6 km SSW of Kan’onjich?, Japan M4.8 87 km
Jan 16, 1995 8 km S of Izumisano, Japan M4.8 111 km
Aug 9, 2011 19 km SSW of K?ya, Japan M4.8 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

56 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Nakri (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Nakri Category 1 293 km
2023 Lan Category 2 118 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 22 km
2018 Trami Category 1 52 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 17 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 263 km
2017 Lan Category 2 247 km
2017 Noru Category 1 10 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 129 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 75 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 117 km
2014 Halong Category 1 128 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 127 km
2011 Roke Category 4 163 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 18 km
2009 Melor Category 1 153 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 106 km
2007 Usagi Category 3 281 km
2007 Man-yi Category 1 185 km
2005 Mawar Category 3 276 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

16 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 63 km
1605 NANKAIDO Earthquake 10.0 m 5,000 86 km
684 NANKAIDO Earthquake 3.0 m 136 km
1711 SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 1,000 81 km
1510 OSAKA BAY Earthquake 2.0 m 137 km
1808 E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 1.5 m 44 km
1948 TOKAIDO Earthquake 0.6 m 126 km
1995 KOBE, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 6,434 119 km
1791 OASAKA BAY Earthquake 129 km
1498 NANKAIDO Earthquake 74 km
1361 NANKAIDO Earthquake 660 91 km
1331 OFF TANABE, WAKAYAMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 72 km
1099 NANKAIDO Earthquake 125 km
887 NANKAIDO Earthquake 110 km
745 OSAKA BAY, JAPAN Earthquake 132 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
March 50°F (10°C) 4.6 in
April 59°F (15°C) 7.5 in
May 66°F (19°C) 8.2 in
June 72°F (22°C) 11.7 in
July 78°F (26°C) 8.5 in
August 80°F (27°C) 7.3 in Warmest
September 75°F (24°C) 11.8 in Wettest
October 66°F (19°C) 6.5 in
November 57°F (14°C) 4.5 in
December 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in Driest

Mugiura has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 44°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 77.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.8") and December the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Mugiura

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
牟岐町立牟岐中学校
牟岐町立牟岐小学校
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Radio Stations near Mugiura

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Mugiura

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Hiwasa Sea Turtle Museum
海洋自然博物館マリンジャム
海陽町立博物館
相生森林美術館
貝の資料館「モラスコむぎ」
那賀町山のおもちゃ美術館
那賀町木沢歴史民俗資料館

Libraries in Mugiura

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
日和佐町立図書・資料館0.0
東洋町立図書館0.0
海陽町海南図書館0.0
牟岐町立図書館0.0

Hotels in Mugiura

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

民宿リバーランズ

Restaurants in Mugiura

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

活魚料理家形船
海山荘

Castles in Mugiura

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

牟岐城跡

Train Stations in Mugiura

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hegawa
Mugi
Sabase

Gas Stations in Mugiura

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JP #298741447
JP #298741454
庄野石油

Banks in Mugiura

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

徳島銀行 牟岐支店

Shopping Malls in Mugiura

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PORTO牟岐

Stadiums & Teams in Mugiura

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Ski Resorts Near Mugiura

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ikawa Ski Resort 0.0 $0

Airports Near Mugiura

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Takamatsu AirportTAKLarge Airport
Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air BaseTKSLarge Airport

Post Offices in Mugiura

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Debajima Summary Post Office
Mugi Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mugiura

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bekkaku04 Sabadaishi Honbou
大山神社
天神社
正観寺
海蔵寺
般若心経塔
観音洞・不動洞入口
護真堂

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 Mugiura

What is the population of Mugiura?

Mugiura has a population of 3,743 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 441.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mugiura expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,400, 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 Mugiura?

Mugiura enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 195 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.9 inches.

How is the job market in Mugiura?

The job market in Mugiura is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 120 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mugiura?

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

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