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Ōmagari, Japan

Akita · Japan

Ōmagari is a mid-size city in Akita, Japan with a population of 38,805. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

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A Great
38,805 Population 960/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
65.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$25,100 Median Income
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Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$25,100 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,000 home value, $300/mo rent

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About Ōmagari

Ōmagari

Ōmagari was a city located in Akita Prefecture, Japan. The city was founded on May 3, 1954.

People

Population38,805
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density960/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$25,100
Unemployment2.9%

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,000
Rent$300
Housing Units15,522

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain65.4 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Population38,805
Population Density960 / sq mi
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates39.4500°, 140.4833°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceAkita
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation65.4 inches (1,661 mm)
Annual Snowfall22.4 inches (57 cm)
Median Household Income$25,100
Median Age53.0 years

About Ōmagari

Ōmagari is a mid-size city in Japan (Akita) with a population of 38,805. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Ōmagari has a population of 38,805 with a density of 960 people per square mile, spread across 40.4 square miles. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

38,805
Total Population
960
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above Japan avg
40.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ōmagari vs Japan Average

The median household income in Ōmagari is $25,100, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,242 business establishments.

Income: Ōmagari vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,100
67% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)1,242

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ōmagari is $60,000, 79% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $300 (74% below the national average of $1,163). There are 15,522 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,000
79% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$300
74% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units15,522

Property Tax

Climate in Ōmagari

Ōmagari has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (23.9°C), the coldest is Jan (-3.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1763 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -3.2°C / 26°F -11.7° / 2.8° 115.8
Feb -2.5°C / 28°F -11.5° / 7.6° 86.4
Mar 2.1°C / 36°F -7.1° / 14.8° 110.1
Apr 7.2°C / 45°F -3.6° / 20.4° 109.3
May 13.2°C / 56°F 2.3° / 26.6° 120.0
Jun 18.1°C / 65°F 7.9° / 28.7° 140.8
Jul 22.2°C / 72°F 13.8° / 31.6° 241.0
Aug 23.9°C / 75°F 15.9° / 33.2° 202.4
Sep 19.4°C / 67°F 8° / 30.5° 170.0
Oct 12°C / 54°F 1.6° / 25.1° 152.7
Nov 5.9°C / 43°F -2.6° / 18.2° 156.7
Dec -0.9°C / 30°F -7.7° / 9.2° 157.7
Ōmagari experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 22.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below Japan avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area40.4 sq mi (104.7 km²)
Population Density960/sq mi
Coordinates39.4500°N, 140.4833°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.4"
72% above Japan avg
Snowfall 22.4"
Wettest Month (Dec) 7.20"
Driest Month (May) 3.62"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

869 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.7 on Aug 30, 2025.

May 26, 2003 27 km SSW of ?funato, Japan M7.0 115 km
Mar 20, 2021 30 km E of Ishinomaki, Japan M7.0 150 km
Jun 13, 2008 24 km WSW of Mizusawa, Japan M6.9 58 km
Jul 23, 2008 29 km ENE of Morioka, Japan M6.8 93 km
May 12, 2015 32 km SE of ?funato, Japan M6.8 147 km
Dec 2, 2001 3 km NW of Hanamaki, Japan M6.5 52 km
Nov 3, 2002 30 km SE of ?funato, Japan M6.4 143 km
Jun 18, 2019 31 km WSW of Tsuruoka, Japan M6.4 125 km
Jul 23, 2011 21 km SSE of ?funato, Japan M6.3 130 km
Jun 17, 2012 19 km SSE of ?funato, Japan M6.3 130 km
Apr 19, 2020 31 km SE of ?funato, Japan M6.3 145 km
Mar 25, 2011 36 km SSE of ?funato, Japan M6.2 142 km
Mar 27, 2012 24 km NNE of Miyako, Japan M6.1 139 km
Jul 25, 2003 7 km NW of Matsushima, Japan M6.1 123 km
Aug 10, 1996 25 km NE of Shinj?, Japan M6.0 60 km
Mar 31, 2011 18 km SSE of ?funato, Japan M6.0 129 km
Sep 3, 1998 19 km W of Shizukuishi, Japan M5.9 38 km
Apr 1, 2024 7 km SW of Kuji, Japan M5.9 129 km
Apr 17, 2013 29 km ENE of Ishinomaki, Japan M5.9 147 km
Apr 1, 2011 6 km SE of ?tsuchi, Japan M5.9 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Faxai (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Faxai Category 1 297 km
2019 Hagibis Category 1 180 km
2002 Higos Category 1 141 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 203 km
1998 Vicki Category 1 113 km
1995 Ryan Category 1 208 km
1993 Vernon Category 1 265 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

10 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1833 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 9.0 m 85 130 km
2008 ARATOZAWA, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake 2.5 m 23 58 km
1939 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1.2 m 27 111 km
1810 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m 57 71 km
1804 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m 450 64 km
2019 NIIGATA Earthquake 0.1 m 125 km
1894 YAMAGATA, JAPAN Earthquake 726 85 km
1644 HONJO, AKITA Earthquake 117 33 km
1088 MIYAKO, IWATE PREFECTURE Earthquake 128 km
850 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 71 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

13 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Akita-Komagatake (44 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Akita-Komagatake Stratovolcano(es) 1,637 m (5,371 ft) 1971 44 km
Chokaisan Stratovolcano(es) 2,236 m (7,336 ft) 1974 54 km
Kurikomayama Stratovolcano 1,627 m (5,338 ft) 1950 60 km
Akita-Yakeyama Stratovolcano 1,366 m (4,482 ft) 1997 62 km
Iwatesan Complex 2,038 m (6,686 ft) 1919 63 km
Hachimantai Stratovolcano 1,613 m (5,292 ft) -5350 65 km
Naruko Caldera 470 m (1,542 ft) 837 83 km
Megata Maar(s) 291 m (955 ft) -2050 85 km
Towada Caldera 1,011 m (3,317 ft) 915 123 km
Iwakisan Stratovolcano 1,625 m (5,331 ft) 1863 135 km
Hakkodasan Stratovolcano(es) 1,585 m (5,200 ft) 1550 139 km
Zaozan [Zaosan] Complex 1,841 m (6,040 ft) 1940 145 km
Azumayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,949 m (6,394 ft) 1977 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 6.3 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 4.8 in
March 35°F (2°C) 4.1 in
April 47°F (8°C) 4.0 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.6 in Driest
June 66°F (19°C) 4.7 in
July 73°F (23°C) 6.9 in
August 76°F (25°C) 5.8 in Warmest
September 67°F (20°C) 6.2 in
October 56°F (13°C) 5.6 in
November 44°F (7°C) 6.2 in
December 34°F (1°C) 7.2 in Wettest

Ōmagari has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 29°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 65.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.2") and May the driest (3.6").

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Schools in Ōmagari

19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
大仙市立横堀小学校
秋田県立大曲支援学校
大仙市立大曲西中学校
大仙市立仙北中学校
大仙市立南外小学校
大仙市立平和中学校
大仙市立神岡小学校
大仙市立四ツ屋小学校
大仙市立花館小学校
大仙市立大曲中学校
大曲地域職業訓練センター
大仙市立大川西根小学校
大仙市立南外中学校
幼保連携型認定こども園
秋田県立大曲農業高等学校
秋田修英高等学校
秋田県立大曲高等学校
大仙市立大曲小学校
秋田県立大曲工業高等学校
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Radio Stations near Ōmagari

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Ōmagari

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Akita Archaeological Center
Akita Museum of Modern Art
Akita Prefectural Museum of Agricultural Science
Craft Exhibition Hall
former Ishida Rikichi
former Matsuura
former Murata drugstore
Gosan-nen War Kanezawa Archives
Hirahuku Memorial Art Museum
House of Mataroku
House of Sanjurou
House of Tanifuji
House of Tasaburou
Misato Museum of History and Folklore;Takeshi Sasaki Memorial Room
Omonogawa Local Museum
Yamanaka Kichisuke Store
Yojiro Ishizaka Literature Memorial Museum
Yokote Masuda Manga Museum
くらしの歴史館
はなび・アム
ほろわの里資料館
佐竹歴史文化博物館
佐藤養助 漆蔵資料館
南外民俗資料交流館
史料館たてつ
大村美術館
大盛館
大綱の里伝承館
山下太郎記念館
平鹿農村文化伝承館
忠猫神社
思い出の潟分校(旧田沢湖町立生保内小学校潟分校)
新潮社記念文学館
旧長谷山邸
曲屋
横手Embroidery美術館
水の博物館
花火伝統文化継承資料館はなび・アム
角館樺細工伝承館
鎌鼬美術館
雄物川民家苑木戸五郎兵衛村
餅の館
髙橋茶舗座敷蔵

Libraries in Ōmagari

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Omori Library0.0
Yokote Library0.0
Yokote Municipal Hiraka Library0.0
Yokote Municipal Jumonji Library0.0
Yokote Municipal Masuda Library0.0
Yokote Municipal Omonogawa Library0.0
かみおか嶽雄館0.0
南外図書館0.0
大曲図書館0.0
大雄図書室0.0
学習資料館0.0
横手市公文書館0.0
美郷町立図書館0.0
西仙北図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Ōmagari

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
横手市十文字朝市
横手水産物地方卸売市場
浅舞朝市

Hotels in Ōmagari

11 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RIVER SIDE HOTEL OMAGARI
かみおか温泉 嶽の湯
スパ姫神
フォレストリゾート 山の手ホテル
ホテル ルートイン
ホテル富士
ユメリア
史跡の里交流プラザ柵の湯
大曲エンパイヤホテル
旅館大盛館
月岡ホテル

Restaurants in Ōmagari

18 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

13号線
Gusto
RAMEN MOSH
Tenkaippin
かつさと
とがし
とんもと
ほっと大仙・ほっぺ
ママキッチンシレーヌ
六順園
南部屋敷
大来軒
花よし
豚玄亭
鳥八
麺屋にぼすけ
麺酒菜おり座

Cafes in Ōmagari

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

カフェ・ビーコロ

Clinics in Ōmagari

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ささき脳神経外科・内科クリニック
大石脳外科クリニック

Dentists in Ōmagari

5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

こまい歯科医院
ささき歯科
田口歯科医院
神岡歯科診療所
船木歯科医院

Train Stations in Ōmagari

6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jinguji
Kariwano
Kita-Omagari
Mineyoshikawa
Omagari
Ugo-Yotsuya

Gas Stations in Ōmagari

21 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

apollostation
apollostation
apollostation
Cosmo
Cosmo
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
JA-SS
JA-SS
JA-SS
JA-SS
JA-SS
JP #13607096179
油屋金太

Banks in Ōmagari

11 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Japan Post Bank
北都銀行
東北労働金庫
秋田おばこ農業協同組合 大曲支店
秋田おばこ農業協同組合 横堀支店
秋田銀行
秋田銀行
秋田銀行
羽後信用金庫
羽後信用金庫
羽後信用金庫 大曲南支店

Shopping Malls in Ōmagari

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

East Mall

Gyms in Ōmagari

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GoldCoin Gym

Golf Courses in Ōmagari

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

大山市民ゴルフクラブ

Breweries in Ōmagari

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
OK,ADAM
sunao brewery
大塚味噌醸造所
植田のこうじ屋 高橋麹店
浅舞酒造
舞鶴酒造
金紋秋田酒造

Stadiums & Teams in Ōmagari

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Ōmagari

28 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Tazawako Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Tayama Ski Area (Hachimantai City) 0.0 $0
Okunakayamakogen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Ani Yuguchinai Ski Area 0.0 $0
Appi Kogen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Akita Hachimantai Ski Area 0.0 $0
Ani Ski Resort (Mt. Moriyoshi) 0.0 $0
Matsumori Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hachimantai Resort Shimokura Ski area 0.0 $0
Hachimantai Resort Panorama Ski Are 0.0 $0
Amihari Onsen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Iwate Kogen Snow Park 0.0 $0
Taiheizan Ski Area Opus 0.0 $0
Shizukuishi Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Onikobe Ski Area 0.0 $0
Kyowa Snow Park 0.0 $0
Omagari Family Ski Area 0.0 $0
Gosannen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Choei Yuda Ski Area 0.0 $0
Geto Kogen 0.0 $0
Habayama Ski Area 0.0 $0
Yashima Ski Area 0.0 $0
Inakawa Ski Area Suberotta 0.0 $0
Tengamori Ski Area 0.0 $0
Jeunesse Kurikoma Ski Area 0.0 $0
Gionyama Ski Area 0.0 $0
Green Valley Kamuro Ski Area 0.0 $0
Akiyama Ski Area 0.0 $0

Airports Near Ōmagari

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Akita AirportAXTMedium Airport
Iwate Hanamaki AirportHNAMedium Airport
Odate Noshiro AirportONJMedium Airport
Shonai AirportSYOMedium Airport
Inazawa Auxiliary Microlight AirportSmall Airport
Yuri AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ōmagari

18 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hanadate Post Office
Jinguji Ekimukai Summary Post Office
Jinguji Post Office
Kariwano Post Office
Kitanaraoka Post Office
Minaminaraoka Post Office
Ochiai Summary Post Office
Omagari Ekimae Post Office
Omagari Kamiomachi Summary Post Office
Omagari Post Office
Omagari Sakaecho Post Office
Omagari Tamachi Post Office
Omagari Tomaki Summary Post Office
Semboku Yokobori Post Office
Sotootomo Post Office
Tsuchikawa Post Office
Yotsuya Post Office
大川西根簡易郵便局

Treatment Centers in Ōmagari

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
なごみ横手
老健おおもり

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ōmagari

78 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kitano shrine
ねむの木神社
七ツ小屋神社
三吉神社
三本杉神社
二十七面観音
伊豆山神社
伊豆山神社 里宮
伏見稲荷神社
八幡神社
八幡神社
八幡神社
八幡神社
八幡神社
八幡神社
八幡神社
創価学会
北畑神社(板見内神社)
北野神社
南扇寺
和楽堂
堀尾神社
堀見内神社
大川寺弁財天
大日神社
大高神社
太平山神社
宝蔵寺
山ノ神神社
御前井
愛宕神社
愛宕神社
愛宕神社
曹洞宗 見秀寺
曹洞宗 長福寺
枳北大明神
浄土宗 無量山 本誓寺
熊野神社
琴平神社
白山神社
白簱神社
真宗大谷派 廣栄山 安養寺
磐戸神社
神明社
神明社
神明社
神明社
神明社
福島神社
稲荷堂
稲荷神社
稲荷神社
稲荷神社
稲荷神社
稲荷神社
稲荷神社
稲荷神社
稲荷神社
稲荷神社
竜像院
竹駒稲荷神社
興次郎稲荷神社
花館神社
薬師神社
薬師神社
虎王丸塔
諏訪神社
谷地八幡神社
金刀比羅神社
金刀比羅神社
鎮守 羽黒山 駒場神社
雷祈山 法九
雷神社
高梨神社
高野八幡神社
鹿嶋神社
龍神神社

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Waterfalls
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Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Meteorites
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Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Ōmagari

What is the population of Ōmagari?

Ōmagari has a population of 38,805 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 960 people per square mile, spread across 40.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ōmagari expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,100, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $60,000 (79% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $300 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 Ōmagari?

Ōmagari has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.4 inches, with 22.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ōmagari?

The job market in Ōmagari is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,242 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ōmagari?

The median home value in Ōmagari is $60,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $300.

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