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Nakama, Japan

Fukuoka · Japan

Nakama is a mid-size city in Fukuoka, Japan with a population of 46,745. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
46,745 Population 7,588/sq mi density
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
70.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$32,000 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$32,000 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,000 home value, $420/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population46,745
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density7,588/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,000
Unemployment2.9%

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,000
Rent$420
Housing Units18,698

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain70.8 in/yr
Sunny Days208/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Population46,745
Population Density7,588 / sq mi
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates33.8169°, 130.7096°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceFukuoka
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation70.8 inches (1,797 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,000
Median Age47.0 years

About Nakama

Nakama is a mid-size city in Japan (Fukuoka) with a population of 46,745. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Nakama has a population of 46,745 with a density of 7,588 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

46,745
Total Population
7,588
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Japan avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nakama vs Japan Average

The median household income in Nakama is $32,000, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,496 business establishments.

Income: Nakama vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,000
57% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)1,496

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nakama is $84,000, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $420 (64% below the national average of $1,163). There are 18,698 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,000
70% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$420
64% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units18,698

Property Tax

Climate in Nakama

Nakama 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 1731 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 68.3
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 79.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 114.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 140.9
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 135.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 242.2
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 338.2
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 175.7
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 161.9
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 114.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 79.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 82.0
Nakama enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above Japan avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days208 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density7,588/sq mi
Coordinates33.8169°N, 130.7096°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.8"
86% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.44"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

239 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 6, 2025.

Apr 15, 2016 6 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M7.0 114 km
Mar 20, 2005 28 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M6.6 54 km
Jun 11, 2006 15 km S of Tsukawaki, Japan M6.3 86 km
Mar 13, 2014 32 km SSW of Hikari, Japan M6.3 104 km
Apr 14, 2016 2 km SSE of Kumamoto, Japan M6.2 114 km
Apr 14, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M6.0 125 km
Jun 25, 1997 17 km E of Hagi, Japan M5.9 104 km
Apr 15, 2016 6 km S of Kikuchi, Japan M5.7 100 km
May 22, 1998 9 km NE of Bungo-Takada-shi, Japan M5.5 78 km
Apr 19, 2005 8 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M5.5 53 km
Jul 12, 2015 12 km SSW of Usuki, Japan M5.5 131 km
Apr 18, 2016 8 km NNE of Aso, Japan M5.5 96 km
Apr 15, 2016 10 km NE of Aso, Japan M5.5 99 km
Apr 15, 2016 5 km WSW of Aso, Japan M5.4 104 km
Apr 14, 2016 14 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.4 120 km
Apr 19, 2016 6 km NNE of Honmachi, Japan M5.3 140 km
Apr 14, 2016 4 km NNE of Uto, Japan M5.3 122 km
Apr 15, 2016 13 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.3 117 km
Apr 15, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M5.3 123 km
Oct 28, 1991 13 km SSW of Ube, Japan M5.2 47 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

54 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Shanshan (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 2 151 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 2 26 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 1 207 km
2020 Haishen Category 2 152 km
2020 Maysak Category 2 226 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 103 km
2018 Trami Category 1 272 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 140 km
2017 Noru Category 1 251 km
2016 Malakas Category 2 239 km
2016 Chaba Category 1 249 km
2015 Goni Category 3 21 km
2014 Halong Category 1 257 km
2013 Danas Category 1 205 km
2012 Sanba Category 3 243 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 263 km
2007 Usagi Category 3 56 km
2007 Man-yi Category 2 216 km
2006 Shanshan Category 2 35 km
2005 Nabi Category 2 37 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 55.0 m (180 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1792 SHIMABARA BAY, KYUSHU ISLAND Landslide 55.0 m 15,000 125 km
1026 OFF MASUDA, SHIMANE PREFECTURE Earthquake 10.0 m 1,001 148 km
1596 BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU Eruption + Earthquake 8.0 m 708 108 km
1715 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 108 km
1698 SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO Earthquake 108 km
1619 YATSUSHIRO, JAPAN Earthquake 147 km
1597 BEPPU BAY, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake 40 101 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yufu-Tsurumi (87 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 87 km
Kujusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,791 m (5,876 ft) 1996 95 km
Asosan Caldera 1,592 m (5,223 ft) 2020 110 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 112 km
Unzendake Complex 1,483 m (4,865 ft) 1996 124 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.5 in
March 47°F (8°C) 4.5 in
April 56°F (13°C) 6.1 in
May 64°F (18°C) 6.3 in
June 71°F (22°C) 11.3 in
July 78°F (26°C) 12.4 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 6.2 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 7.9 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.1 in
December 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in Driest

Nakama has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 41°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 70.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.4") and December the driest (2.5").

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Schools in Nakama

25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
福岡県立特別支援学校 北九州高等学園
北九州市立楠橋小学校
北九州市立千代小学校
北九州市立千代中学校
北九州市立香月中学校
北九州市立香月小学校
北九州市立塔野小学校
北九州市立八幡西特別支援学校
下上津役幼稚園
北九州市立大原小学校
市立中間南中学校
北九州市立八児中学校
北九州市立八児小学校
市立中間中学校
北九州市立八幡西特別支援学校
私立希望が丘高等学校
県立中間高等学校
市立池田小学校
市立大原小学校
市立塔野小学校
市立中間西小学校
市立中間東小学校
市立中間東中学校
市立中間小学校
市立中間南小学校
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Radio Stations near Nakama

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Nakama

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kita-Kyushu Manga Museum
Kita-Kyushu Manga Museum
Kitakyushu Innovation Gallery and Studio
Nogata City Coal Mine Memorial Museum
Nogata City Coal Mine Memorial Museum
Shimonoseki Shipyard Historical Museum
Shimonoseki Shipyard Historical Museum
Sino-Japan Peace Treaty Memorial Hall
Sino-Japan Peace Treaty Memorial Hall
Tagawa City Coal Mine and City History Museum
TOTO Museum
ZENRIN Museum
ZENRIN Museum
いのちのたび博物館
ふくちのち
やまぎん史料館
やまぎん史料館
わかちく資料館
万葉植物園
下関市立考古博物館
下関市立考古博物館
下関市立近代先人顕彰館(田中絹代ぶんか館)
下関市立近代先人顕彰館(田中絹代ぶんか館)
中山神社宝物殿
中山神社宝物殿
久我美術館
住吉神社宝物館
住吉神社宝物館
勅使殿
勅使殿
北九州イノベーションギャラリー
北九州市平和のまちミュージアム
北九州市水環境館
北九州市水環境館
北九州市立 こども文化会館
北九州市立 小倉城庭園
北九州市立 小倉城庭園
北九州市立美術館
北九州市立美術館
北九州市立美術館分館
北九州市立美術館分館
北九州市立自然史・歴史博物館(いのちのたび博物館)
北九州市立長崎街道木屋瀬宿記念館
多賀谷美術館
宇美八幡宮宝物殿
宇美町立歴史民俗資料館
安岡資料館
安岡資料館
宗像大社神宝館
宮地嶽神社民家村自然広苑
山口銀行旧本店
山口銀行旧本店
平尾台自然観察センター
志免町歴史資料室
旧下関英国領事館
旧下関英国領事館
旧大連航路上屋
旧大連航路上屋
松本清張記念館
松本清張記念館
梅光学院大学博物館
梅光学院大学博物館
水環境館
水環境館
河伯洞
王塚装飾古墳館
田川市美術館
粕屋町立歴史資料館
芦屋歴史民俗資料館
芦屋釜の里
藤原義江記念館
藤原義江記念館
赤間神宮宝物殿
赤間神宮宝物殿
道原の眼鏡橋
関門海峡ミュージアム
関門海峡ミュージアム
鞍手町歴史民俗資料館
須惠町立歴史民俗資料館
飯塚市歴史資料館

Libraries in Nakama

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kasuya Town Library0.0
Kasuya Town Library0.0
Sasaguri Town Library0.0
カメリアステージ0.0
ふくちのち0.0
下関市立彦島図書館0.0
下関市立彦島図書館0.0
中間市民図書館0.0
久山町民図書館0.0
久山町民図書館0.0
八幡西図書館0.0
八幡西図書館0.0
勝山町図書館0.0
北九州市立中央図書館0.0
北九州市立中央図書館企救分館0.0
北九州市立中央図書館企救分館0.0
北九州市立中央図書館曽根分館0.0
北九州市立中央図書館曽根分館0.0
北九州市立八幡図書館0.0
北九州市立八幡図書館0.0
北九州市立八幡図書館八幡南分館0.0
北九州市立八幡図書館八幡東分館0.0
北九州市立八幡図書館八幡東分館0.0
北九州市立八幡図書館大池分館0.0
北九州市立八幡図書館大池分館0.0
北九州市立戸畑図書館0.0
北九州市立戸畑図書館0.0
北九州市立戸畑図書館戸畑分館0.0
北九州市立戸畑図書館戸畑分館0.0
北九州市立若松図書館0.0
北九州市立若松図書館0.0
北九州市立若松図書館島郷分館0.0
北九州市立門司図書館大里分館0.0
北九州市立門司図書館大里分館0.0
北九州市立門司図書館大里分館0.0
古賀市立図書館0.0
宗像市民図書館中央館0.0
宗像市民図書館深田分館0.0
宗像市民図書館須恵分館0.0
岡垣サンリーアイ図書館0.0
川崎町立図書館0.0
庄内町立図書館0.0
志免町立町民図書館0.0
志免町立町民図書館0.0
方城町立図書館0.0
桂川町立図書館0.0
水巻町図書館0.0
添田町立図書館0.0
犀川町図書館0.0
田川市立図書館0.0
直方市立図書館0.0
福津市立図書館0.0
筑穂町立ちくほ図書館0.0
糸田町図書館0.0
芦屋町図書館0.0
苅田町立西部公民館図書室0.0
遠賀町立図書館0.0
遠賀町立図書館0.0
須恵町立図書館0.0
飯塚市立図書館0.0
飯塚市立穂波図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Nakama

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Karato Wholesale Market
Tanga Ichiba
中央卸売市場
安岡地方卸売市場

Restaurants in Nakama

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Royal Host
Saizeriya
キッチンアトリエパズル

Train Stations in Nakama

10 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chikuhō-Katsuki
Chikuhō-Nakama
Chikuzen-Habu
Dotenouchi
Higashi-Nakama
Kusubashi
Nakama
Nishiyama
Shin-Koyanose
Tōritani

Shopping Malls in Nakama

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AEON Mall
AEON Mall

Breweries in Nakama

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Toyomura Sake Brewing Company Ltd.

Stadiums & Teams in Nakama

TeamLeagueDivision
Mikuni World Stadium Kitakyushu
下関球場

Ski Resorts Near Nakama

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Nakama

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fukuoka AirportFUKLarge Airport
Kitakyushu AirportKKJLarge Airport
Kyushu Saga International AirportHSGLarge Airport
JASDF Ashiya Air BaseMedium Airport
JASDF Tsuiki Air BaseMedium Airport
Yamaguchi Ube AirportUBJMedium Airport
Imari Flying Club AirfieldSmall Airport
JGSDF Metabaru AirfieldSmall Airport
Kita-Ariake Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Ozuki AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Nakama

12 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
中間中鶴郵便局
中間土手の内郵便局
中間徳若郵便局
中間通谷郵便局
中間郵便局
八幡大原郵便局
八幡小嶺郵便局
八幡茶屋の原団地郵便局
塔野簡易郵便局
楠橋黒川簡易郵便局(一時閉鎖中)
香月郵便局
馬場山郵便局

Treatment Centers in Nakama

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
reiko skin clinic
reiko skin clinic
かわい泌尿器科クリニック
すぎはら内科・消化器病クリニック
ナーシングセンター八幡
有吉医院

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nakama

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
尺岳神社
熊野神社

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 Nakama

What is the population of Nakama?

Nakama has a population of 46,745 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 7,588 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Nakama expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,000, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $84,000 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $420 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Nakama?

Nakama enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 208 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.8 inches.

How is the job market in Nakama?

The job market in Nakama is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,496 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Nakama?

The median home value in Nakama is $84,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $420.

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