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Okugano, Japan
Shimane · Japan
Okugano is a small city in Shimane, Japan with a population of 6,077. Elevation: 1,512 ft (461 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
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| Population | 6,077 |
| Population Density | 45 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,512 ft (461 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.4167°, 131.8333° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Shimane |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 78.0 inches (1,981 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,200 |
| Median Age | 51.4 years |
About Okugano
Okugano is a small city in Japan (Shimane) with a population of 6,077. The city sits at an elevation of 1,512 feet (461 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 78.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Okugano vs Japan Average
Income: Okugano vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,200 |
| 64% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 194 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $66,000 |
| 77% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $330 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 2,431 |
Property Tax
Climate in Okugano
Okugano has an average annual temperature of 15.1°C (59°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.4°C), the coldest is Jan (5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1707 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.1°F |
| 2% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 195 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,512 ft (461 m) |
| Area | 136.4 sq mi (353.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4167°N, 131.8333°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1026 | OFF MASUDA, SHIMANE PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 1,001 | 43 km |
| 1596 | BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU | Eruption + Earthquake | 8.0 m | 708 | 125 km |
| 1872 | SW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 804 | 56 km |
| 1715 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 125 km |
| 1698 | SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 125 km |
| 1597 | BEPPU BAY, JAPAN | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 40 | 126 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Abu (23 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Abu | Shield(s) | 641 m (2,103 ft) | -6850 | 23 km |
| Sanbesan | Stratovolcano | 1,126 m (3,694 ft) | 650 | 108 km |
| Yufu-Tsurumi | Lava dome(s) | 1,584 m (5,197 ft) | 867 | 133 km |
| Kujusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,791 m (5,876 ft) | 1996 | 158 km |
| Asosan | Caldera | 1,592 m (5,223 ft) | 2020 | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 7.4 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 7.4 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 12.1 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 12.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 8.2 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
Okugano has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 36°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 78.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.9") and December the driest (2.8").
Schools in Okugano
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立七日市小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立吉賀中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立朝倉小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立柿木中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立柿木小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 県立吉賀高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立六日市中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立六日市小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 六日市医療技術専門学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Okugano
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Okugano
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 大久保石州和紙資料館 | ||||
| 安野光雅美術館 | ||||
| 日本遺産センター | ||||
| 星と森の科学館 | ||||
| 本郷歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 杜塾美術館 | ||||
| 板橋アンティックドール美術館 | ||||
| 桑原史成写真美術館 | ||||
| 森鴎外記念館 | ||||
| 水源会館 | ||||
| 津和野町伝統文化館 | ||||
| 津和野町郷土館 | ||||
| 萩市立須佐歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 藩校 養老館 | ||||
| 資料室 はぜくら | ||||
| 郷土文化保存伝習施設 |
Libraries in Okugano
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 六日市町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 山口市立阿東図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 日原町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 津和野町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 益田市立美都図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Okugano
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ふれあい市 | |||||
| まるごと津和野マルシェ |
Hotels in Okugano
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Okugano
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Okugano
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Okugano
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Okugano
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Okugano
10 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tokusagamine Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Osorakan Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yawata Highland 191 Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Geihoku Kokusai | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Osa Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Utopia Saioto | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Park Kanbiki | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mizuho Highland | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahi Tengston Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Okugano
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport | IWK | Medium Airport |
| Iwami Airport | IWJ | Medium Airport |
| JASDF Hofu Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| Yamaguchi Ube Airport | UBJ | Medium Airport |
| Fukuda Nishidai Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hofu Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Suginohaku Hobby Field Ultralightport | — | Small Airport |
| Tachibana Wind Park | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Okugano
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Asakura Post Office | |
| Kakinoki Post Office | |
| Muikaichi Post Office | |
| Nanukaichi Post Office | |
| Nichihara Sabumi Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Okugano
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 奇鹿神社 | |
| 山祇神社 |
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What is the population of Okugano?
Okugano has a population of 6,077 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 136.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Okugano expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,200, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $66,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $330 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 Okugano?
Okugano has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 195 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 78.0 inches.
How is the job market in Okugano?
The job market in Okugano is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 194 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Okugano?
The median home value in Okugano is $66,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $330.