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Neu, Japan

Tottori · Japan

Neu is a small town in Tottori, Japan with a population of 2,907. Elevation: 1,293 ft (394 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,907 Population 20/sq mi density
1,293 ft Elevation 394 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
66.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$27,600 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$27,600 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

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About Neu

Neu

Neu Station is a passenger railway station located in the town of Hino, Tottori Prefecture, Japan. It is operated by the West Japan Railway Company.

People

Population2,907
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density20/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$27,600
Unemployment2.0%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units1,163

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain66.5 in/yr
Sunny Days215/yr
Elevation1,293 ft (394 m)
Population2,907
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation1,293 ft (394 m)
Coordinates35.2354°, 133.4466°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceTottori
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation66.5 inches (1,689 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.6 inches (19 cm)
Median Household Income$27,600
Median Age50.2 years

About Neu

Neu is a small town in Japan (Tottori) with a population of 2,907. The city sits at an elevation of 1,293 feet (394 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Neu has a population of 2,907 with a density of 20 people per square mile, spread across 148.8 square miles. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,907
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
148.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Neu vs Japan Average

The median household income in Neu is $27,600, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 93 business establishments.

Income: Neu vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,600
63% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)93

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Neu 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 1,163 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, 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 Units1,163

Property Tax

Climate in Neu

Neu 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 1793 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 156.7
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 127.3
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 121.5
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 107.9
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 127.2
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 172.9
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 237.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 142.5
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 206.1
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 138.8
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 108.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 146.5
Neu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,293 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above Japan avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days215 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,293 ft (394 m)
Area148.8 sq mi (385.4 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates35.2354°N, 133.4466°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 66.5"
75% above Japan avg
Snowfall 7.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.53"
Driest Month (Dec) 3.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

61 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 29, 2025.

Oct 6, 2000 8 km ESE of Matsue, Japan M6.7 38 km
Apr 8, 2018 8 km NNE of ?dach?-?da, Japan M5.7 81 km
Aug 28, 1991 9 km SSW of Yasugich?, Japan M5.5 25 km
Oct 8, 2000 32 km N of Sh?bara, Japan M5.4 38 km
Sep 3, 1997 21 km S of Yasugich?, Japan M5.3 21 km
Sep 16, 2002 24 km SW of Kurayoshi, Japan M5.3 19 km
Jan 11, 2001 15 km E of Tottori, Japan M5.3 91 km
Oct 8, 2000 8 km SSW of Yonago, Japan M5.2 19 km
Apr 26, 2007 15 km ESE of Niihama, Japan M5.1 148 km
Jan 16, 1995 20 km SW of Akashi, Japan M5.0 148 km
Jun 3, 2011 9 km ENE of G?tsuch?, Japan M5.0 105 km
Sep 28, 1990 24 km NNW of Kariya, Japan M4.9 81 km
May 26, 2005 6 km SSW of Kan’onjich?, Japan M4.8 131 km
Feb 18, 1995 16 km NW of Sumoto, Japan M4.7 149 km
Apr 8, 2018 6 km S of ?dach?-?da, Japan M4.7 87 km
Oct 6, 2000 9 km S of Yonago, Japan M4.7 17 km
Jun 26, 2018 8 km NNW of Miyoshi, Japan M4.6 70 km
Apr 8, 2018 9 km S of ?dach?-?da, Japan M4.6 88 km
Jul 18, 2021 7 km ESE of Ikedach?, Japan M4.6 143 km
Jan 16, 2011 11 km SSW of Ikedach?, Japan M4.6 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

38 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Lan (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 1 268 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 1 296 km
2018 Jebi Category 2 169 km
2018 Trami Category 1 243 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 134 km
2017 Noru Category 1 204 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 271 km
2015 Goni Category 3 222 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 261 km
2014 Halong Category 1 249 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 208 km
2007 Usagi Category 1 143 km
2007 Man-yi Category 1 288 km
2005 Nabi Category 1 196 km
2004 Songda Category 2 113 km
2004 Chaba Category 2 27 km
2003 Etau Category 2 162 km
1999 Bart Category 2 92 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 219 km
1998 Zeb Category 1 92 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1872 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 3.0 m 804 137 km
1711 SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 1,000 116 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sanbesan (76 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sanbesan Stratovolcano 1,126 m (3,694 ft) 650 76 km
Oki-Dogo Shield 151 m (495 ft) Unknown 105 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 187 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 35°F (1°C) 3.9 in
March 41°F (5°C) 4.3 in
April 51°F (11°C) 5.1 in
May 60°F (16°C) 5.4 in
June 67°F (19°C) 8.5 in
July 75°F (24°C) 9.5 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 6.0 in Warmest
September 69°F (20°C) 8.4 in
October 58°F (14°C) 4.7 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.6 in
December 39°F (4°C) 3.3 in Driest

Neu has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 34°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 66.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.5") and December the driest (3.3").

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Schools in Neu

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
町立二部小学校福岡分校 - - - -
日野町立黒坂小学校 - - - -
町立黒坂小学校久住分校 - - - -
県立日野高等学校黒坂施設 - - - -
鳥取県立日野高等学校 - - - -
日野町立根雨小学校 - - - -
日野町立日野中学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Neu

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Neu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Tottori Flower Park
いにしえ横穴学習館
とっとり自然環境館
上淀白凰の丘 展示館
伯耆町立写真美術館(植田正治写真美術館)
勝山郷土資料館
和鋼博物館
大前ミニ美術館
大山寺宝物館霊宝閣
大山自然歴史観
妻木晩田遺跡展示施設
後藤家住宅
新庄村歴史民俗資料館
日南町美術館
日吉津村民俗資料館
水道記念館
江府町歴史民俗資料館
淀江和傘伝承館
祐生出会いの館
米子市埋蔵文化財センター
米子市福市考古資料館
米子市立山陰歴史館
米子市美術館
蒜山郷土館
門脇家住宅
鳥取県立むきばんだ史跡公園

Libraries in Neu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Maniwa City Public Library0.0
おおさ総合センター図書コーナー0.0
キナルなんぶ0.0
伯耆町立溝口図書館0.0
大山町立図書館大山分館0.0
安来JC児童図書館0.0
安来市立図書館0.0
日南町図書館0.0
日野町図書館0.0
江府町立図書館0.0
点字図書館0.0
米子市立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Neu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
しんかわ

Train Stations in Neu

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kurosaka
Neu

Bus Stations in Neu

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JP #1956069562

Stadiums & Teams in Neu

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Ski Resorts Near Neu

12 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Snow Resort Nekoyama 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kotobiki Forest Park Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Dogoyama-Kougen Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kenmin no Mori Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ibukinosato Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ski & Board Resort Tsuguro Kogen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hiruzen Bear Valley Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
OkuDaisen Ski resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kagamiganaru Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Daisen Masumizu Kogen Snow Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Daisen White Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Azo Koen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Neu

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Okayama Momotaro AirportOKJLarge Airport
Izumo Enmusubi AirportIZOMedium Airport
Tottori Sand Dunes Conan AirportTTJMedium Airport
Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air BaseYGJMedium Airport
Hoei Airstrip-Small Airport
JGSDF Nihonbara Airfield-Small Airport
Kohnan Airport-Small Airport
Suika Airport-Small Airport
Yoshiigawa Eku Gliderport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Neu

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kurosaka Post Office
Neu Post Office
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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

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 Neu

What is the population of Neu?

Neu has a population of 2,907 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 148.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Neu expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,600, 63% 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 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Neu?

Neu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.5 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Neu?

The job market in Neu is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 93 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Neu?

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

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