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Nagasaki, Japan

Yamagata · Japan

Nagasaki is a small city in Yamagata, Japan with a population of 10,746. Elevation: 285 ft (87 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
10,746 Population 748/sq mi density
285 ft Elevation 87 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
52.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$26,800 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
3.1 / 5.0
$26,800 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,000 home value, $320/mo rent

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About Nagasaki

Nagasaki

Nagasaki , officially Nagasaki City , is the capital and the largest city of Nagasaki Prefecture on the island of Kyushu in Japan.

People

Population10,746
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density748/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$26,800
Unemployment2.4%

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,000
Rent$320
Housing Units4,298

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Population10,746
Population Density748 / sq mi
Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Coordinates38.3264°, 140.2764°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamagata
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation52.1 inches (1,323 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.3 inches (29 cm)
Median Household Income$26,800
Median Age51.0 years

About Nagasaki

Nagasaki is a small city in Japan (Yamagata) with a population of 10,746. The city sits at an elevation of 285 feet (87 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Nagasaki has a population of 10,746 with a density of 748 people per square mile, spread across 14.4 square miles. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

10,746
Total Population
748
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above Japan avg
14.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nagasaki vs Japan Average

The median household income in Nagasaki is $26,800, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 344 business establishments.

Income: Nagasaki vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,800
64% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)344

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nagasaki is $64,000, 77% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $320 (72% below the national average of $1,163). There are 4,298 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$64,000
77% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$320
72% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units4,298

Property Tax

Climate in Nagasaki

Nagasaki 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 1216 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 83.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 69.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 64.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 67.5
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 75.1
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 100.4
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 176.7
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 161.2
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 116.1
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 122.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 73.8
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 104.9
Nagasaki experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 285 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below Japan avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Geography

Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Area14.4 sq mi (37.2 km²)
Population Density748/sq mi
Coordinates38.3264°N, 140.2764°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.1"
37% above Japan avg
Snowfall 11.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.18"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.11"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,322 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.3. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 23, 2025.

Mar 16, 2022 57 km ENE of Namie, Japan M7.3 133 km
Apr 7, 2011 29 km ESE of Ishinomaki, Japan M7.1 115 km
Feb 13, 2021 73 km ENE of Namie, Japan M7.1 147 km
May 26, 2003 27 km SSW of ?funato, Japan M7.0 126 km
Mar 20, 2021 30 km E of Ishinomaki, Japan M7.0 120 km
Jun 13, 2008 24 km WSW of Mizusawa, Japan M6.9 94 km
May 1, 2021 30 km SSE of Onagawa Ch?, Japan M6.9 116 km
Apr 11, 2011 17 km SSW of Ishikawa, Japan M6.6 148 km
Dec 2, 2001 3 km NW of Hanamaki, Japan M6.5 139 km
Mar 14, 2010 59 km ENE of Namie, Japan M6.5 132 km
Jun 18, 2019 31 km WSW of Tsuruoka, Japan M6.4 78 km
Jul 24, 2011 43 km NE of Namie, Japan M6.3 118 km
Aug 4, 2019 61 km ENE of Namie, Japan M6.3 132 km
Jul 23, 2011 21 km SSE of ?funato, Japan M6.3 148 km
Mar 11, 2011 30 km NNE of Namie, Japan M6.3 105 km
Mar 25, 2011 36 km SSE of ?funato, Japan M6.2 148 km
Aug 19, 2011 61 km ENE of Namie, Japan M6.2 141 km
Mar 12, 2011 55 km SE of Ishinomaki, Japan M6.1 130 km
Mar 12, 2011 29 km SSE of Namie, Japan M6.1 143 km
Jul 25, 2003 7 km NW of Matsushima, Japan M6.1 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

15 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Faxai (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Faxai Category 2 211 km
2019 Hagibis Category 1 134 km
2011 Roke Category 1 286 km
2005 Mawar Category 1 263 km
2004 Ma-on Category 2 201 km
2002 Higos Category 1 48 km
2001 Danas Category 1 215 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 162 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 79 km
1998 Stella Category 1 242 km
1996 Violet Category 1 264 km
1995 Ryan Category 1 249 km
1993 Vernon Category 1 165 km
1981 Thad Category 1 259 km
1981 Gay Category 1 291 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

15 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1833 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 9.0 m 85 117 km
1964 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 5.8 m 36 91 km
1835 SANRIKU Earthquake 5.0 m 150 km
2008 ARATOZAWA, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake 2.5 m 23 94 km
2016 E. COAST HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1.4 m 142 km
1897 SANRIKU Earthquake 1.0 m 144 km
1804 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m 450 85 km
2022 OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 0.3 m 4 133 km
2019 NIIGATA Earthquake 0.1 m 79 km
2021 OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 0.1 m 1 144 km
2011 E. COAST HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 3 115 km
1894 YAMAGATA, JAPAN Earthquake 726 76 km
1762 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 140 km
1644 HONJO, AKITA Earthquake 117 120 km
850 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 82 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zaozan [Zaosan] (25 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zaozan [Zaosan] Complex 1,841 m (6,040 ft) 1940 25 km
Naruko Caldera 470 m (1,542 ft) 837 60 km
Azumayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,949 m (6,394 ft) 1977 66 km
Adatarayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,728 m (5,669 ft) 1996 76 km
Bandaisan Stratovolcano 1,816 m (5,958 ft) 1888 83 km
Kurikomayama Stratovolcano 1,627 m (5,338 ft) 1950 83 km
Chokaisan Stratovolcano(es) 2,236 m (7,336 ft) 1974 88 km
Numazawa Shield 835 m (2,740 ft) -3400 116 km
Nasudake Stratovolcano(es) 1,915 m (6,283 ft) 1963 136 km
Takaharayama Stratovolcano 1,795 m (5,889 ft) -4570 165 km
Akita-Komagatake Stratovolcano(es) 1,637 m (5,371 ft) 1971 166 km
Hiuchigatake Stratovolcano 2,356 m (7,730 ft) 1544 176 km
Iwatesan Complex 2,038 m (6,686 ft) 1919 181 km
Omanago Group Lava dome(s) 2,341 m (7,680 ft) -3050 183 km
Megata Maar(s) 291 m (955 ft) -2050 187 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 3.3 in
March 36°F (2°C) 3.1 in Driest
April 49°F (9°C) 3.2 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 4.7 in
July 73°F (23°C) 6.2 in Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 6.1 in Warmest
September 67°F (20°C) 5.8 in
October 56°F (13°C) 4.3 in
November 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
December 35°F (2°C) 4.1 in

Nagasaki has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 30°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.2") and March the driest (3.1").

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Schools in Nagasaki

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
中山町立長崎小学校
中山町立中山中学校
第七中学校
大郷小学校
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Radio Stations near Nagasaki

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Nagasaki

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dewazakura Art Museum
Goto Museum
Hiroshige Museum
Mogami Yoshiaki historical museum
Mogami Yoshiaki historical museum
Sake museum
Sake museum
Tendo Municipal Shogi Museum
Tendo Museum
Yamadera Basho Memorial Museum
Yamagata City Local History Museum
Yamagata Kenritsu Hakubutsukankyoiku Museum
Yamagata Kenritsu Hakubutsukankyoiku Museum
Yamagata Museum of Art
Yamagata Museum of Art
Yamagata Prefectural Museum
Yamagata Prefectural Museum
エコミュージアム コアセンター創遊館
やませ蔵
上山城
丸大扇屋
古澤酒造資料館
大江町 歴史民俗資料館
天童民芸館
山の村美術館
山の村美術館
山形県産業科学館
山形県産業科学館
山形県芸文美術館
山形県芸文美術館
山形酒のミュージアム&湯けむり屋台つまみ
山形酒のミュージアム&湯けむり屋台つまみ
山辺町 ふるさと資料館
斎藤茂吉記念館
斎藤茂吉記念館
最上徳内記念館
東根市東の杜資料館
東根市美術館
河北町紅花資料館
熊野考古館
真下慶治郎記念美術館
蟹仙洞
金澤翔子記念館
長沼孝三彫塑館
高松和紙民俗資料館

Libraries in Nagasaki

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
どんがホール0.0
上山市立図書館0.0
天童市立図書館0.0
寒河江市立図書館0.0
山形大学医学部 附属図書館医学部分室0.0
山形大学医学部 附属図書館医学部分室0.0
山形市立図書館 北部分館0.0
山形市立図書館 北部分館0.0
山形県図書館0.0
山形県図書館0.0
村山市図書館0.0
東根市図書館0.0
西川町立図書館0.0
遊学館0.0
長井市立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Nagasaki

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
山形生花卸売市場
生活協同組合共立社 コープひがしはら

Restaurants in Nagasaki

14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

さたけ
しんぼり食堂
そば処 あおば
ふぢ
やきとり祝い船
修ちゃんラーメン 寒河江南店
和風レストラン むら熊
天将
宝寿司
王様の焼肉 くろぬま
秋子の餃子
竹林坊
花まる
金惣亭

Cafes in Nagasaki

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cochon D'or
YUKIHIRA COFFEE
喫茶へばらぎ

Clinics in Nagasaki

4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

たかはし元気クリニック
中山診療所
服部内科胃腸科医院
秋葉医院

Dentists in Nagasaki

5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

おおもり歯科医院
しぶや歯科医院
大坪歯科医院
安達歯科医院
東海林歯科医院

Veterinaries in Nagasaki

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

あおば動物病院

Train Stations in Nagasaki

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Uzen-Kanezawa
Uzen-Nagasaki

Gas Stations in Nagasaki

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cosmo
ENEOS|野口鉱油(株) 山形千手堂SS
Esso
Esso
JP #357448888

Banks in Nagasaki

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

きらやか銀行 長崎支店
山形農協 ひまわり支店
山形銀行 長崎支店

Shopping Malls in Nagasaki

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ヤマザワ

Breweries in Nagasaki

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Zao Brewery
Zao Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Nagasaki

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Nagasaki

36 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Gassan Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Miyagi Zao Sumikawasu Snow Park 0.0 $0
Zao Onsen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Water Jump Miyagi 0.0 $0
St. Mary 0.0 $0
Asahi Shizenkan Snow Park 0.0 $0
Izumigatake Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Spring Valley Izumi Kogen 0.0 $0
Kurobushi Kogen Snow Park Jangle Jungle 0.0 $0
Zao Sarukura 0.0 $0
Hanagasa Kogen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Yakurai Garden Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hachimoriyama Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hagurosan Ski Area 0.0 $0
Uenono Ski Area 0.0 $0
Onikobe Ski Area 0.0 $0
Akiyama Ski Area 0.0 $0
Green Valley Kamuro Ski Area 0.0 $0
Onogawa Onsen 0.0 $0
Nihonmatsu Shiozawa 0.0 $0
Minowa Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Yokomuki Onsen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Grandeco Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Sannokura 0.0 $0
Tengendai Kogen 0.0 $0
Kuriko International Ski & Resort 0.0 $0
Yonezawa Snow World 0.0 $0
Urabandai Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Miyagi Zao Shichikashuku 0.0 $0
Kawanishi Choei Komatsu Ski Area 0.0 $0
Tenoko Ski Area 0.0 $0
Miyagi Zao Shiroishi Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Yokone 0.0 $0
Doshojidaira Ski Area 0.0 $0
Zao Liza World 0.0 $0
Miyagi Zao Eboshi Resort 0.0 $0

Airports Near Nagasaki

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sendai AirportSDJLarge Airport
Shonai AirportSYOMedium Airport
Yamagata AirportGAJMedium Airport
Abukuma Flying Club AirstripSmall Airport
Fukushima (Iizaka) SkyparkSmall Airport
Fukushima Robot Test Field Minamisoma RunwaySmall Airport
Izumigatake Paragliding SchoolSmall Airport
JGSDF Kasuminome AirfieldSmall Airport
Kakuda AirfieldSmall Airport
Osato GliderportSmall Airport
Rifu Morigo Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Semine AirstripSmall Airport
Shirataka Aero Park / Mutsumi AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Nagasaki

5 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Murayama Meiji Post Office
Murayama Toyoda Post Office
Nagasaki Post Office
Niida Summary Post Office
Yamagata Nakano Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nagasaki

17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
光秀院
八幡神社
八幡神社
古峯神社
圓同寺
天性寺
妙栄寺
岡千手観音堂
把松稲荷神社
来迎寺
正法寺
満願寺
熊野神社
白山神社
稲荷神社
羽黒山神社
頼円寺

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 Nagasaki

What is the population of Nagasaki?

Nagasaki has a population of 10,746 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 748 people per square mile, spread across 14.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Nagasaki expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,800, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $64,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $320 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 Nagasaki?

Nagasaki has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches, with 11.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Nagasaki?

The job market in Nagasaki is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 344 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Nagasaki?

The median home value in Nagasaki is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.

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