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Numakunai, Japan
Iwate · Japan
Numakunai is a small city in Iwate, Japan with a population of 12,285. Elevation: 843 ft (257 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
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| Population | 12,285 |
| Population Density | 67 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 843 ft (257 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.9667°, 141.2167° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Iwate |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.6 inches (1,336 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.9 inches (30 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,100 |
| Median Age | 51.2 years |
About Numakunai
Numakunai is a small city in Japan (Iwate) with a population of 12,285. The city sits at an elevation of 843 feet (257 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Numakunai vs Japan Average
Income: Numakunai vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,100 |
| 65% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 393 |
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 | 4,914 |
Property Tax
Climate in Numakunai
Numakunai has an average annual temperature of 10.9°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.1°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1274 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.5°F |
| 14% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 241 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 843 ft (257 m) |
| Area | 183.2 sq mi (474.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 67/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9667°N, 141.2167°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1763 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | — | 114 km |
| 2008 | ARATOZAWA, JAPAN | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.5 m | 23 | 108 km |
| 1846 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 121 km |
| 1793 | W. OFF AOMORI | Earthquake | 1.8 m | 12 | 145 km |
| 1939 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 27 | 147 km |
| 1810 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 57 | 113 km |
| 1804 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 450 | 149 km |
| 1989 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.9 m | — | 132 km |
| 2025 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.7 m | — | 141 km |
| 1901 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 124 km |
| 1912 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 89 km |
| 1945 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 2 | 128 km |
| 1960 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 115 km |
| 2015 | HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 143 km |
| 1901 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 18 | 116 km |
| 1901 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 124 km |
| 1954 | MIYAGI, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | — | 146 km |
| 1766 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | — | 1,700 | 113 km |
| 1763 | SANRIKU, HACHIONHE | Earthquake | — | — | 105 km |
| 1644 | HONJO, AKITA | Earthquake | — | 117 | 115 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Iwatesan (22 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Iwatesan | Complex | 2,038 m (6,686 ft) | 1919 | 22 km |
| Hachimantai | Stratovolcano | 1,613 m (5,292 ft) | -5350 | 31 km |
| Akita-Yakeyama | Stratovolcano | 1,366 m (4,482 ft) | 1997 | 39 km |
| Akita-Komagatake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,637 m (5,371 ft) | 1971 | 42 km |
| Towada | Caldera | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | 915 | 67 km |
| Hakkodasan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,585 m (5,200 ft) | 1550 | 82 km |
| Iwakisan | Stratovolcano | 1,625 m (5,331 ft) | 1863 | 109 km |
| Kurikomayama | Stratovolcano | 1,627 m (5,338 ft) | 1950 | 118 km |
| Megata | Maar(s) | 291 m (955 ft) | -2050 | 127 km |
| Chokaisan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,236 m (7,336 ft) | 1974 | 139 km |
| Naruko | Caldera | 470 m (1,542 ft) | 837 | 144 km |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| March | 31°F (-0°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 6.6 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 6.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.2 in |
Numakunai has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 24°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.9") and February the driest (2.6").
Schools in Numakunai
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 一戸町立奥中山中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 一戸町立奥中山小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 岩手町立沼宮内小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Numakunai
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Numakunai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 小岩井農場資料館 | ||||
| 小岩井農場重要文化財ギャラリー | ||||
| 岩手県立博物館 | ||||
| 御所野縄文博物館 | ||||
| 松尾鉱山資料館 | ||||
| 滝沢市埋蔵文化財センター | ||||
| 石川啄木記念館 |
Libraries in Numakunai
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morioka City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 盛岡大学図書館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Numakunai
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Numakunai
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Numakunai
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Numakunai
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Numakunai
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Numakunai
6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Numakunai
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Numakunai
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Numakunai
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Numakunai
15 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choei Yuda Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gosannen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tazawako Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shizukuishi Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Iwate Kogen Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Amihari Onsen Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hachimantai Resort Panorama Ski Are | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hachimantai Resort Shimokura Ski area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Akita Hachimantai Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Appi Kogen Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Okunakayamakogen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tayama Ski Area (Hachimantai City) | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hanawa Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Soyumura 229 Ski Land | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Owani Onsen Ski Resort International Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Numakunai
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Iwate Hanamaki Airport | HNA | Medium Airport |
| JMSDF Hachinohe Air Base / Hachinohe Airport | HHE | Medium Airport |
| Misawa Airport / Misawa Air Base | MSJ | Medium Airport |
| Arakawa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kawayo Green Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tashiro Nanohana Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Yamatanigawa Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Numakunai
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ikkatai Post Office | |
| Iwate-Numakunai Ekimae Post Office | |
| Kawaguchi Post Office | |
| Kitayamagata Summary Post Office | |
| Numakunai Post Office | |
| Okunakayama Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Numakunai
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| さとう皮膚科クリニック | ||
| わたなべ内科 神経内科クリニック | ||
| 小笠原眼科クリニック | ||
| 森谷医院 |
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What is the population of Numakunai?
Numakunai has a population of 12,285 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 67 people per square mile, spread across 183.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Numakunai expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,100, 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 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Numakunai?
Numakunai has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.6 inches, with 11.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Numakunai?
The job market in Numakunai is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 393 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Numakunai?
The median home value in Numakunai is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.