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Nakamura, Japan
Kochi · Japan
Nakamura is a mid-size city in Kochi, Japan with a population of 34,559. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
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| Population | 34,559 |
| Population Density | 75 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.9833°, 132.9333° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Kochi |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 90.0 inches (2,286 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,800 |
| Median Age | 51.8 years |
About Nakamura
Nakamura is a mid-size city in Japan (Kochi) with a population of 34,559. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 90.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Nakamura vs Japan Average
Income: Nakamura vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $26,800 |
| 64% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,106 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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 Units | 13,824 |
Property Tax
Climate in Nakamura
Nakamura has an average annual temperature of 18.5°C (65°F). The hottest month is Aug (28°C), the coldest is Jan (8.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 2548 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.0°F |
| 13% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 173 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 463.8 sq mi (1,201.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 75/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9833°N, 132.9333°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
16 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 | 120 km |
| 1968 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 3.1 m | 1 | 86 km |
| 684 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 113 km |
| 1769 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.5 m | — | 116 km |
| 1941 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 2 | 134 km |
| 1939 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 1 | 116 km |
| 1931 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 1 | 117 km |
| 1970 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 145 km |
| 1899 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 149 km |
| 1984 | KYUSHU, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 114 km |
| 1969 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 117 km |
| 1987 | KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 2 | 147 km |
| 1899 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 67 km |
| 1715 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 120 km |
| 1698 | SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 120 km |
| 1597 | BEPPU BAY, JAPAN | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 40 | 129 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yufu-Tsurumi (148 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yufu-Tsurumi | Lava dome(s) | 1,584 m (5,197 ft) | 867 | 148 km |
| Kujusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,791 m (5,876 ft) | 1996 | 157 km |
| Asosan | Caldera | 1,592 m (5,223 ft) | 2020 | 171 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 9.1 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 10.2 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 13.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 12.6 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 12.2 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 7.6 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 2.8 in |
Nakamura has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 43°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 90.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.0") and January the driest (2.4").
Schools in Nakamura
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 中村養護学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Nakamura Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| 市立中村南小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Nakamura Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 市立利岡小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立後川中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立東中筋中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立東中筋小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立東山小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立田野川小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 県立中村高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 県立幡多農業高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 高知県立中村中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 四万十市立具同小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 四万十市立中村西中学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Nakamura
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Nakamura
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kayodo Hobby Museum | ||||
| Kayodo Kappa Museum | ||||
| Shimanto River Gakuyuu Hall | ||||
| ジョン万次郎資料館 | ||||
| 四万十市立郷土資料館 | ||||
| 土佐足摺サンゴ博物館 | ||||
| 宿毛市立宿毛歴史館 | ||||
| 海中天然ミュージアム 足摺海底館 | ||||
| 竜串貝類展示館海のギャラリー | ||||
| 芝不器男記念館 |
Libraries in Nakamura
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shimanto Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 佐賀町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 四万十市立図書館西土佐分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 四万十町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 土佐清水市立市民図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 大方町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 大月町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 宿毛市立坂本図書館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Nakamura
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nakamura
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Nakamura
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Nakamura
4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nakamura
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Nakamura
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Nakamura
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 Nakamura
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kochi Ryoma Airport | KCZ | Large Airport |
| Agawa Skypark Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nakamura
9 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Higashinakasuji Post Office | |
| Nakamura Ekimae Post Office | |
| Nakamura Kotsuka Post Office | |
| Nakamura Shimomachi Post Office | |
| Shimanto Tombo Post Office | |
| Tosa Nakamura Post Office | |
| Ushirogawa Post Office | |
| Warabioka Post Office | |
| Yasunami Summary Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nakamura
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 一條神社 | |
| 常栄神社 | |
| 神母神社 |
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What is the population of Nakamura?
Nakamura has a population of 34,559 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 75 people per square mile, spread across 463.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Nakamura 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 Nakamura?
Nakamura enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 173 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 90.0 inches.
How is the job market in Nakamura?
The job market in Nakamura is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,106 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Nakamura?
The median home value in Nakamura is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.