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Nishinoomote, Japan
Kagoshima · Japan
Nishinoomote is a small city in Kagoshima, Japan with a population of 17,832. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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| Population | 17,832 |
| Population Density | 225 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Coordinates | 30.7333°, 131.0000° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Kagoshima |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 109.1 inches (2,771 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,600 |
| Median Age | 50.0 years |
About Nishinoomote
Nishinoomote is a small city in Japan (Kagoshima) with a population of 17,832. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 109.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Nishinoomote vs Japan Average
Income: Nishinoomote vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,600 |
| 65% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 571 |
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 | 7,133 |
Property Tax
Climate in Nishinoomote
Nishinoomote has an average annual temperature of 20.2°C (68°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.6°C), the coldest is Jan (12°C). Average annual precipitation is 2525 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.0°F |
| 20% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 148 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Area | 79.4 sq mi (205.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 225/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.7333°N, 131.0000°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
13 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1780 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Astronomical | 6.0 m | — | 101 km |
| 1662 | HIUGANADA | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 200 | 144 km |
| 1914 | SEIKAIDO | Eruption | 3.0 m | 63 | 99 km |
| 1961 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.7 m | 2 | 123 km |
| 1996 | KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 136 km |
| 2024 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 121 km |
| 2025 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 131 km |
| 1996 | KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 20 km |
| 1996 | SEA OF JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 121 km |
| 1961 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 148 km |
| 1781 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Astronomical | — | 38 | 99 km |
| 1780 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 101 km |
| 766 | N. KAGOSHIMA BAY | Astronomical | — | — | 101 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kikai (67 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kikai | Caldera | 704 m (2,310 ft) | 2020 | 67 km |
| Ata | Caldera(s) | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 885 | 68 km |
| Kuchinoerabujima | Stratovolcano(es) | 657 m (2,156 ft) | 2020 | 82 km |
| Aira | Caldera | 1,117 m (3,665 ft) | 2020 | 101 km |
| Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike | Maar(s) | 40 m (131 ft) | -6200 | 122 km |
| Kuchinoshima | Stratovolcano(es) | 628 m (2,060 ft) | 1190 | 134 km |
| Kirishimayama | Shield | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2018 | 134 km |
| Nakanoshima | Stratovolcano(es) | 979 m (3,212 ft) | 1914 | 147 km |
| Suwanosejima | Stratovolcano(es) | 796 m (2,612 ft) | 2020 | 174 km |
| Akusekijima | Stratovolcano(es) | 555 m (1,821 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (10°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 6.1 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 8.9 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 10.6 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 13.2 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 17.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 10.6 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 11.0 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 7.3 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 6.0 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | Driest |
Nishinoomote has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 49°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 109.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (17.6") and December the driest (4.5").
Schools in Nishinoomote
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 市立安城中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立榕城中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立榕城小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Tanegashima Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| 県立種子島実業高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立現和小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立現和中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立安納小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立安城小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立上西小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立国上小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立国上中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立古田小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立古田中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立住吉小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立住吉中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立伊関小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立下西小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Nishinoomote
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Nishinoomote
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 中種子町立歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 種子島開発総合センター |
Libraries in Nishinoomote
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 中種子町中央公民館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 西之表市立図書館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Nishinoomote
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nishinoomote
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Nishinoomote
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Nishinoomote
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nishinoomote
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nishinoomote
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| JMSDF Kanoya Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| New Tanegashima Airport | TNE | Medium Airport |
| Yakushima Airport | KUM | Medium Airport |
| Mageshima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Satsuma Iōjima Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nishinoomote
10 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 伊関簡易郵便局 | |
| 古田郵便局 | |
| 国上郵便局 | |
| 安城簡易郵便局 | |
| 現和郵便局 | |
| 種子島郵便局 | |
| 美浜簡易郵便局 | |
| 西之表住吉郵便局 | |
| 西之表安納郵便局 | |
| 鴨女簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nishinoomote
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 伊勢神社 |
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What is the population of Nishinoomote?
Nishinoomote has a population of 17,832 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 225 people per square mile, spread across 79.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Nishinoomote 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 Nishinoomote?
Nishinoomote enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 148 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 109.1 inches.
How is the job market in Nishinoomote?
The job market in Nishinoomote is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 571 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Nishinoomote?
The median home value in Nishinoomote is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.