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Ogasawara, Japan
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Ogasawara is a small town in Tokyo, Japan with a population of 2,929. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 2,929 |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | 27.0969°, 142.2038° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Tokyo |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.5 inches (1,511 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $45,800 |
| Median Age | 44.7 years |
About Ogasawara
Ogasawara is a small town in Japan (Tokyo) with a population of 2,929. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
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Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Ogasawara vs Japan Average
Income: Ogasawara vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $45,800 |
| 39% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 94 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $166,000 |
| 41% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $830 |
| 29% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 1,172 |
Property Tax
Climate in Ogasawara
Ogasawara has an average annual temperature of 23.4°C (74°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.2°C), the coldest is Feb (17.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1306 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.5°F |
| 16% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 315 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | 27.0969°N, 142.2038°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | BONIN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 150 km |
| 1872 | BONIN ISLANDS [CHICHIJIMA ISLAND] | Earthquake | — | — | 3 km |
| 1826 | CHICHI JIMA | Earthquake | — | — | 3 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kaikata Seamount (135 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kaikata Seamount | Submarine | -165 m (-541 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| Kaitoku Seamount | Submarine | -95 m (-312 ft) | 1984 | 154 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 4.4 in | |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 7.8 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 8.1 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 8.9 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 11.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 7.5 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 8.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 11.0 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 11.2 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 7.6 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | Driest |
Ogasawara has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 48°F in February to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 96.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.9") and December the driest (4.3").
Schools in Ogasawara
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 村立小笠原中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立小笠原小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| School of Submergence | — | — | — | — |
| 都立小笠原高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ogasawara
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Ogasawara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 小笠原ビジターセンター |
Gas Stations in Ogasawara
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ogasawara
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Post Offices in Ogasawara
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 小笠原郵便局 |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Ogasawara
2 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Bonin Islands | ||
| Ogasawara Islands | Natural | 2011 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ogasawara
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ōgamiyama Shrine |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Ogasawara?
Ogasawara has a population of 2,929 residents and is located in Japan.. The median age of residents is 44.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Ogasawara expensive to live in?
The median household income is $45,800, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $166,000 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Ogasawara?
Ogasawara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.5 inches.
How is the job market in Ogasawara?
The job market in Ogasawara is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 94 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Ogasawara?
The median home value in Ogasawara is $166,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $830.