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Ōamishirasato, Japan

Chiba · Japan

Ōamishirasato is a mid-size city in Chiba, Japan with a population of 48,129. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
48,129 Population 318/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
58.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$35,400 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$35,400 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,000 home value, $510/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population48,129
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density318/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$35,400
Unemployment2.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,000
Rent$510
Housing Units19,252

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain58.1 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population48,129
Population Density318 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates35.5118°, 140.3526°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceChiba
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation58.1 inches (1,475 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$35,400
Median Age47.5 years

About Ōamishirasato

Ōamishirasato is a mid-size city in Japan (Chiba) with a population of 48,129. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Ōamishirasato has a population of 48,129 with a density of 318 people per square mile, spread across 151.4 square miles. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

48,129
Total Population
318
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above Japan avg
151.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ōamishirasato vs Japan Average

The median household income in Ōamishirasato is $35,400, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,540 business establishments.

Income: Ōamishirasato vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,400
53% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)1,540

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ōamishirasato is $102,000, 64% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $510 (56% below the national average of $1,163). There are 19,252 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,000
64% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$510
56% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units19,252

Property Tax

Climate in Ōamishirasato

Ōamishirasato 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 1542 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 51.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 78.5
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 103.4
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 126.6
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 138.2
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 162.2
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 104.4
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 121.9
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 216.6
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 269.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 101.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 68.5
Ōamishirasato enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above Japan avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area151.4 sq mi (392.2 km²)
Population Density318/sq mi
Coordinates35.5118°N, 140.3526°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.1"
53% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.87"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3,104 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.9. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 29, 2025.

Mar 11, 2011 47 km E of ?arai, Japan M7.9 110 km
May 7, 2008 78 km NE of Hasaki, Japan M6.9 128 km
Mar 11, 2011 81 km NE of Hasaki, Japan M6.5 131 km
Feb 20, 1990 28 km E of Shimoda, Japan M6.4 134 km
Jun 1, 1990 near the east coast of Honshu, Japan M6.3 2 km
Mar 11, 2011 92 km ENE of Hasaki, Japan M6.3 142 km
Jun 3, 2000 6 km SE of Narut?, Japan M6.2 11 km
Apr 11, 2011 23 km SE of T?gane, Japan M6.2 23 km
Sep 11, 1996 23 km SSE of Hasaki, Japan M6.2 54 km
May 7, 2008 80 km NE of Hasaki, Japan M6.2 131 km
Apr 21, 2011 6 km WNW of T?gane, Japan M6.2 9 km
Nov 20, 1996 115 km SE of Katsuura, Japan M6.1 147 km
May 26, 2023 12 km SE of Narutō, Japan M6.1 16 km
Aug 5, 1990 43 km E of ?arai, Japan M6.1 110 km
Jun 5, 2012 75 km ESE of ?hara, Japan M6.1 95 km
Sep 15, 2011 68 km E of ?arai, Japan M6.1 121 km
Mar 13, 2011 72 km E of Hasaki, Japan M6.1 119 km
May 7, 2008 95 km ENE of Hasaki, Japan M6.1 145 km
Aug 6, 1991 19 km E of Hasaki, Japan M6.0 67 km
Mar 11, 2011 4 km ESE of Hasaki, Japan M6.0 52 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

43 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Halong (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Halong Category 3 288 km
2025 Nakri Category 1 247 km
2024 Ampil Category 3 154 km
2024 Jebi Category 1 186 km
2021 Mindulle Category 1 257 km
2019 Faxai Category 4 32 km
2019 Hagibis Category 2 87 km
2018 Jongdari Category 2 189 km
2018 Shanshan Category 1 104 km
2016 Mindulle Category 1 156 km
2016 Lionrock Category 1 208 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 190 km
2011 Roke Category 1 113 km
2009 Krovanh Category 1 228 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 105 km
2005 Saola Category 2 214 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 22 km
2004 Ma-on Category 4 51 km
2003 Choi-wan Category 3 232 km
2002 Higos Category 2 59 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.0 m (43 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1923 SAGAMI BAY Earthquake 13.0 m 105,385 90 km
1703 OFF SW BOSO PENINSULA Earthquake 11.7 m 5,233 103 km
1677 OFF SE. BOSO PENINSULA Earthquake 8.0 m 500 119 km
1495 KAMAKURA, SAGAMI BAY, TOKAIDO Earthquake 5.0 m 200 90 km
1732 KUJUKURI BEACH, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 53 km
1670 BOSO, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 59 km
1433 OFF IZU-OSHIMA Earthquake 2.0 m 103 km
1980 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.6 m 132 km
1982 IBARAKI, JAPAN Earthquake 0.4 m 143 km
1961 KASHIMA, JAPAN Earthquake 0.4 m 150 km
1923 KASHIMA, JAPAN Earthquake 0.4 m 132 km
1978 TOKAIDO Earthquake 0.4 m 25 127 km
1923 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 0.3 m 69 km
1896 KASHIMA, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 124 km
1990 JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m 134 km
1855 TOKAIDO Earthquake 6,757 52 km
1782 ODAWARA, SAGAMI BAY Eruption + Earthquake 75 km
1642 BOSO, JAPAN Earthquake 41 km
1633 SAGAMI BAY Earthquake 150 110 km
1602 BOSO, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake 48 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Izu-Oshima (124 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Izu-Oshima Stratovolcano 758 m (2,487 ft) 1990 124 km
Hakoneyama Complex 1,438 m (4,718 ft) 2015 125 km
Izu-Tobu Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,406 m (4,613 ft) 1989 133 km
Toshima Stratovolcano 508 m (1,667 ft) -4550 147 km
Fujisan Stratovolcano 3,776 m (12,388 ft) 1708 148 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 156 km
Niijima Lava dome(s) 432 m (1,417 ft) 886 158 km
Nantaisan Stratovolcano 2,486 m (8,156 ft) -9540 159 km
Omanago Group Lava dome(s) 2,341 m (7,680 ft) -3050 162 km
Takaharayama Stratovolcano 1,795 m (5,889 ft) -4570 163 km
Nikko-Shiranesan Shield 2,578 m (8,458 ft) 1952 168 km
Harunasan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) 550 173 km
Miyakejima Stratovolcano 775 m (2,543 ft) 2010 175 km
Kozushima Lava dome(s) 572 m (1,877 ft) 838 181 km
Nasudake Stratovolcano(es) 1,915 m (6,283 ft) 1963 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 42°F (5°C) 3.1 in
March 47°F (8°C) 4.6 in
April 57°F (14°C) 4.8 in
May 64°F (18°C) 4.9 in
June 69°F (21°C) 6.6 in
July 75°F (24°C) 4.8 in
August 79°F (26°C) 5.1 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 7.9 in Wettest
October 64°F (18°C) 7.6 in
November 54°F (12°C) 4.2 in
December 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in

Ōamishirasato has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 40°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 58.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.9") and January the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Ōamishirasato

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
東金市立福岡小学校
Masuho Elementary School
大網白里市立増穂北小学校
Shirasato Junior High School
Masuho Junior High School
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Radio Stations near Ōamishirasato

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Ōamishirasato

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Art House Asobara no Tani
Chiba City Municipal Museum (Chiba Castle)
Chiba City Museum of Art
Chiba City Museum of Science
Cultural Heritage Museum
Former Hotta Estate
Hoshi Shoichi Print Exhibition Room
Ichihara Lakeside Museum
Museum of Aeronautical Sciences
Narita Airport and Community Historical Museum
Natural History Museum and Institute
Sanrizuka Imperial Farm Museum
Sardine Exhibition Room
Tōshō-ji Sogoreido. Museum. Temple.
Yachiyo City Museum of Local History
Zoo Museum
いすみ市郷土資料館(田園の美術館)
スポーツ資料館
はにわ博物館
九十九里いわし博物館
佐倉市武家屋敷
佐倉市武家屋敷
佐倉市武家屋敷
佐倉市武家屋敷
佐倉市立美術館
佐倉順天堂記念館
八街市郷土資料館
千葉市立 加曽利貝塚博物館
千葉県いすみ環境と文化のさとセンター
千葉県立中央博物館大多喜城分館
史跡上総国分尼寺跡展示館
史跡長柄横穴群資料館
和田ふるさと館歴史民俗資料室(佐倉市立和田公民館別館)
商い資料館
国立歴史民俗博物館
国際上総埴生美術館
城西国際大学水田美術館
塚本美術館
大多喜町 天然ガス記念館
山武市歴史民俗資料館
川村記念美術館
市原市水と彫刻の丘
房総中央鉄道館
旧但馬家住宅
旧但馬家住宅
旧武居住宅
白子町歴史民俗資料室
睦沢町立歴史民俗資料館
研修館
芝山町立芝山古墳・はにわ博物館;芝山はにわ博物館
茂原市立美術館・郷土資料館
釜屋
長南町郷土資料館
麻雀博物館

Libraries in Ōamishirasato

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Chiba City Central Library0.0
Chiba City Central Library0.0
Sakura Minami Library0.0
Sakura Minami Library0.0
Shisui Town Library0.0
Tomisato Municipal Library0.0
TRC Yachiyo Central Library0.0
TRC Yachiyo Central Library0.0
Yokochiba Library0.0
Yokoshibahikari Public Library0.0
Yokoshibahikari Public Library0.0
さんぶの森図書館 (3F)0.0
ちばぎんざ図書館0.0
ちばぎんざ図書館0.0
佐倉市立佐倉図書館0.0
佐倉市立佐倉図書館0.0
佐倉市立志津図書館0.0
佐倉市立志津図書館0.0
佐倉市立志津図書館志津分館0.0
佐倉市立志津図書館志津分館0.0
八千代市立勝田台図書館0.0
八千代市立勝田台図書館0.0
八千代市立大和田図書館0.0
八千代市立大和田図書館0.0
八街市立図書館0.0
千葉市みやこ図書館0.0
千葉市みやこ図書館0.0
千葉市みやこ図書館白旗分館0.0
千葉市みやこ図書館白旗分館0.0
千葉市みやこ図書館白旗分館0.0
千葉市みやこ図書館白旗分館0.0
千葉市緑図書館0.0
千葉市緑図書館0.0
千葉市緑図書館0.0
千葉市緑図書館あすみが丘分館0.0
千葉市緑図書館土気図書室0.0
千葉市花見川図書館0.0
千葉市花見川図書館0.0
千葉市花見川図書館0.0
千葉市若葉図書館西都賀分館0.0
千葉市若葉図書館西都賀分館0.0
千葉県文書館0.0
千葉県立 中央図書館0.0
千葉県立 中央図書館0.0
四街道市立図書館0.0
図書館0.0
図書館0.0
多古町立図書館0.0
大多喜町立大多喜図書館天賞文庫0.0
大網白里市図書室0.0
大網白里市図書室中部分室0.0
大網白里市図書室白里分室0.0
成東図書館0.0
成田市立図書館 公津の杜分館0.0
東金市立東金図書館0.0
松尾町図書館0.0
水田記念図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Ōamishirasato

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Landrome
Sakura Furusato Market
Shigenoya Food Market
Shigenoya Food Market
下田農業ふれあい館
下田農業ふれあい館
千葉県東部中央市場
市川フラワーオークションジャパン
花卉市場棟
関連食品棟

Restaurants in Ōamishirasato

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

わかうめ
黒揚羽森住

Clinics in Ōamishirasato

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ますほ内科

Gas Stations in Ōamishirasato

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cosmo
ENEOS

Gyms in Ōamishirasato

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

大網白里アリーナ

Stadiums & Teams in Ōamishirasato

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ōamishirasato

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ibaraki AirportIBRLarge Airport
Narita International AirportNRTLarge Airport
Tokyo Haneda International AirportHNDLarge Airport
JGSDF Kisarazu AirfieldMedium Airport
JMSDF Shimofusa Air BaseMedium Airport
JMSDF Tateyama Air BaseMedium Airport
Akeno Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Bando Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Chiyoda Auxiliary AirstripSmall Airport
Haneda GliderportSmall Airport
Hanyu GliderportSmall Airport
Hoshubana GliderportSmall Airport
Iwabuchi Watergate Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
JGSDF Kasumigaura AirfieldSmall Airport
JGSDF Narashino AirfieldSmall Airport
Kazo GliderportSmall Airport
Kisarazu Nakajima Auxiliary Airfield / Kisarazu HeliportSmall Airport
Kozaki AirfieldSmall Airport
Namiki Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Otone AirfieldSmall Airport
Ryugasaki AirfieldSmall Airport
Sekiyado GliderportSmall Airport
Skyfield WataraseSmall Airport
Tokyo Flight Park Moriya AirstripSmall Airport
Tsukuba GliderportSmall Airport
Urayasu Emergency RunwaySmall Airport
Yomiuri Otone GliderportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ōamishirasato

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Masuho Post Office

Treatment Centers in Ōamishirasato

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
八千代リハビリテーション病院

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 Ōamishirasato

What is the population of Ōamishirasato?

Ōamishirasato has a population of 48,129 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 318 people per square mile, spread across 151.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ōamishirasato expensive to live in?

The median household income is $35,400, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $102,000 (64% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $510 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Ōamishirasato?

Ōamishirasato enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.1 inches.

How is the job market in Ōamishirasato?

The job market in Ōamishirasato is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,540 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ōamishirasato?

The median home value in Ōamishirasato is $102,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $510.

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