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Nakanoshima, Japan

Kagoshima · Japan

Nakanoshima is a small town in Kagoshima, Japan with a population of 740. Elevation: 1,302 ft (397 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
740 Population 1/sq mi density
1,302 ft Elevation 397 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
115.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$26,600 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$26,600 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,000 home value, $320/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population740
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$26,600
Unemployment2.6%

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,000
Rent$320
Housing Units296

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain115.3 in/yr
Sunny Days147/yr
Elevation1,302 ft (397 m)
Population740
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation1,302 ft (397 m)
Coordinates29.8667°, 129.8667°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKagoshima
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation115.3 inches (2,928 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,600
Median Age50.0 years

About Nakanoshima

Nakanoshima is a small town in Japan (Kagoshima) with a population of 740. The city sits at an elevation of 1,302 feet (397 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 115.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Nakanoshima has a population of 740 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,400.4 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

740
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
1,400.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nakanoshima vs Japan Average

The median household income in Nakanoshima is $26,600, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 24 business establishments.

Income: Nakanoshima vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,600
65% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nakanoshima 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 296 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

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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 Units296

Property Tax

Nakanoshima enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 147 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 115.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,302 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average65.9°F
22% above Japan avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days147 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,302 ft (397 m)
Area1,400.4 sq mi (3,627.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates29.8667°N, 129.8667°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 115.3"
203% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 22.01"
Driest Month (Dec) 5.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

974 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 17, 2025.

Oct 30, 2009 98 km NNE of Naze, Japan M6.8 73 km
Oct 18, 1996 20 km SSE of Nishinoomote, Japan M6.6 141 km
Jan 24, 1999 15 km SSE of Nishinoomote, Japan M6.4 144 km
Jan 8, 2019 16 km SSE of Nishinoomote, Japan M6.3 139 km
Jan 17, 1997 67 km NE of Naze, Japan M6.3 117 km
Sep 3, 2009 32 km WSW of Makurazaki, Japan M6.2 142 km
Sep 13, 1994 110 km NNE of Naze, Japan M6.1 65 km
Feb 17, 1990 80 km SSE of Koshima, Japan M6.1 91 km
Oct 2, 2000 119 km N of Naze, Japan M5.8 66 km
Sep 23, 1992 17 km SSW of Makurazaki, Japan M5.8 145 km
Mar 8, 2025 63 km ENE of Tatsugō, Japan M5.7 135 km
May 15, 2019 59 km SSE of Koshima, Japan M5.7 83 km
Sep 13, 2024 59 km SE of Koshima, Japan M5.7 102 km
Aug 3, 1991 113 km NNW of Naze, Japan M5.7 97 km
Sep 9, 1996 8 km NE of Koseda, Japan M5.7 104 km
Mar 8, 2025 74 km ENE of Tatsugō, Japan M5.7 133 km
Aug 16, 1994 100 km SSW of Yudomari, Japan M5.7 65 km
Oct 2, 2000 128 km N of Naze, Japan M5.7 60 km
Jan 28, 1991 137 km W of Nagata, Japan M5.6 114 km
Jul 2, 2025 98 km NNW of Tatsugō, Japan M5.6 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 4 20 km
2024 Bebinca Category 1 202 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 4 88 km
2020 Haishen Category 3 40 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 290 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 269 km
2018 Soulik Category 3 83 km
2018 Trami Category 2 24 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 201 km
2017 Saola Category 1 162 km
2017 Noru Category 1 23 km
2016 Malakas Category 3 105 km
2016 Namtheun Category 3 27 km
2015 Goni Category 4 89 km
2014 Phanfone Category 4 151 km
2014 Halong Category 1 202 km
2013 Danas Category 4 268 km
2012 Sanba Category 3 181 km
2012 Jelawat Category 2 198 km
2012 Guchol Category 2 182 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.2 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1996 KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.2 m 141 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nakanoshima (1 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nakanoshima Stratovolcano(es) 979 m (3,212 ft) 1914 1 km
Kuchinoshima Stratovolcano(es) 628 m (2,060 ft) 1190 13 km
Suwanosejima Stratovolcano(es) 796 m (2,612 ft) 2020 29 km
Akusekijima Stratovolcano(es) 555 m (1,821 ft) Unknown 52 km
Kuchinoerabujima Stratovolcano(es) 657 m (2,156 ft) 2020 72 km
Kikai Caldera 704 m (2,310 ft) 2020 111 km
Yokoate-jima Stratovolcano(es) 495 m (1,624 ft) 1835 146 km
Ata Caldera(s) 924 m (3,031 ft) 885 165 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 6.2 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 7.2 in
March 57°F (14°C) 7.8 in
April 63°F (17°C) 10.0 in
May 68°F (20°C) 14.5 in
June 74°F (23°C) 22.0 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 8.9 in
August 80°F (27°C) 9.1 in Warmest
September 76°F (25°C) 9.3 in
October 70°F (21°C) 6.3 in
November 63°F (17°C) 8.3 in
December 56°F (13°C) 5.6 in Driest

Nakanoshima has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 52°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 115.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (22.0") and December the driest (5.6").

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Schools in Nakanoshima

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
村立中之島中学校
村立中之島小学校
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Radio Stations near Nakanoshima

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Nakanoshima

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
十島村歴史民俗資料館

Airports Near Nakanoshima

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Suwanose-jima AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Nakanoshima

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
中之島郵便局
口之島郵便局

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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

Volcanoes Near Nakanoshima

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Suwanosejima Stratovolcano(es) 796 m 2020
Nakanoshima Stratovolcano(es) 979 m 1914
Kuchinoshima Stratovolcano(es) 628 m 1190
Akusekijima Stratovolcano(es) 555 m

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 Nakanoshima

What is the population of Nakanoshima?

Nakanoshima has a population of 740 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,400.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Nakanoshima expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,600, 65% 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 Nakanoshima?

Nakanoshima enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 147 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 115.3 inches.

How is the job market in Nakanoshima?

The job market in Nakanoshima is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 24 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Nakanoshima?

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

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