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Ōnishi, Japan

Nara · Japan

Ōnishi is a small town in Nara, Japan with a population of 3,226. Elevation: 909 ft (277 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
3,226 Population 64/sq mi density
909 ft Elevation 277 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
63.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$31,600 Median Income
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Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$31,600 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $400/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population3,226
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density64/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$31,600
Unemployment2.6%

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$400
Housing Units1,290

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain63.8 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Population3,226
Population Density64 / sq mi
Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Coordinates34.6795°, 136.0427°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNara
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation63.8 inches (1,621 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$31,600
Median Age49.4 years

About Ōnishi

Ōnishi is a small town in Japan (Nara) with a population of 3,226. The city sits at an elevation of 909 feet (277 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Ōnishi has a population of 3,226 with a density of 64 people per square mile, spread across 50.1 square miles. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,226
Total Population
64
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above Japan avg
50.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ōnishi vs Japan Average

The median household income in Ōnishi is $31,600, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 103 business establishments.

Income: Ōnishi vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,600
58% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)103

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ōnishi is $80,000, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $400 (66% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,290 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$400
66% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,290

Property Tax

Climate in Ōnishi

Ōnishi 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 1365 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / 8° 49.9
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / 9.2° 71.6
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / 12.7° 98.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / 19.4° 105.9
May 0°C / 32°F — / 24.5° 99.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / 26.9° 164.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / 31.2° 200.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / 32.5° 140.9
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / 28.2° 151.1
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / 22.2° 143.7
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / 16.3° 71.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / 10.6° 67.5
Ōnishi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 909 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above Japan avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Geography

Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Area50.1 sq mi (129.8 km²)
Population Density64/sq mi
Coordinates34.6795°N, 136.0427°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.8"
68% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.45"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

545 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 24, 2025.

Jan 16, 1995 8 km S of Akashi, Japan M6.9 94 km
Apr 11, 1990 11 km ENE of Maizuru, Japan M6.1 104 km
Jul 7, 1995 62 km SSE of Toba, Japan M6.0 127 km
Apr 1, 2016 54 km SE of Shing?, Japan M5.9 148 km
Feb 26, 2025 38 km ESE of Shingū, Japan M5.8 123 km
Jun 1, 1998 17 km SW of Owase, Japan M5.8 82 km
May 23, 1997 38 km SSE of Tahara, Japan M5.8 137 km
Apr 12, 2013 6 km WNW of Sumoto, Japan M5.8 117 km
Aug 7, 1992 21 km N of Miyazu, Japan M5.8 142 km
Aug 20, 1999 22 km SE of Kainan, Japan M5.7 94 km
Nov 18, 2013 25 km SE of Toba, Japan M5.6 100 km
Mar 16, 1997 5 km NE of Toyokawa, Japan M5.6 130 km
Aug 1, 2007 42 km ESE of Owase, Japan M5.5 101 km
Oct 30, 2000 western Honshu, Japan M5.5 45 km
Jan 18, 2003 67 km SSE of Toba, Japan M5.5 133 km
Apr 21, 2000 27 km NNE of Maizuru, Japan M5.5 121 km
Jun 17, 2018 near the south coast of western Honshu, Japan M5.5 40 km
Sep 24, 2003 5 km WNW of Ayabe, Japan M5.4 105 km
Jan 6, 2004 36 km S of Ise, Japan M5.3 82 km
May 9, 2022 7 km NE of Toba, Japan M5.3 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

49 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lan (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 2 113 km
2019 Faxai Category 4 279 km
2019 Hagibis Category 2 226 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 100 km
2018 Trami Category 1 110 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 123 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 99 km
2017 Lan Category 2 178 km
2017 Noru Category 1 115 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 247 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 106 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 254 km
2011 Roke Category 3 111 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 179 km
2010 Chaba Category 1 297 km
2009 Melor Category 1 91 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 153 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 252 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 208 km
2004 Ma-on Category 4 211 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.3 m (37 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1927 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 11.3 m 3,022 134 km
1944 OFF SOUTHEAST COAST KII PENINSULA Earthquake 10.0 m 1,223 123 km
1855 ENSHUNADA Earthquake 3.0 m 144 km
1520 KII, KUMANANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m 122 km
1510 OSAKA BAY Earthquake 2.0 m 60 km
1408 KUMANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m 126 km
1403 KUMANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m 117 km
922 KUMANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m 115 km
1909 ANEGAWA, JAPAN Earthquake 1.8 m 41 84 km
1808 E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 1.5 m 143 km
1945 TOKAIDO Earthquake 1.0 m 2,306 106 km
1995 KOBE, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 6,434 90 km
1791 OASAKA BAY Earthquake 62 km
1708 TOKAIDO Earthquake 116 km
1666 AICHI PREFECTURE Earthquake 78 km
1586 ISE BAY Earthquake 8,000 78 km
1360 KUMANONADA Earthquake 143 km
1331 OFF TANABE, WAKAYAMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 134 km
745 OSAKA BAY, JAPAN Earthquake 69 km
704 KUMANONADA Earthquake 115 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hakusan (177 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Hakusan Stratovolcano 2,702 m (8,865 ft) 1659 177 km
Ontakesan Complex 3,067 m (10,062 ft) 2014 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 2.6 in
March 43°F (6°C) 4.3 in
April 53°F (12°C) 5.9 in
May 62°F (17°C) 6.2 in
June 69°F (21°C) 9.5 in Wettest
July 76°F (25°C) 8.6 in
August 78°F (26°C) 6.4 in Warmest
September 71°F (22°C) 8.5 in
October 60°F (16°C) 5.3 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
December 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in Driest

Ōnishi has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 37°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 63.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.5") and December the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Ōnishi

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立花垣小学校
奈良市立月ヶ瀬小中学校
村立やまぞえ小学校
村立山添中学校
村立やまぞえ小学校
県立山辺高等学校山添分校
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Radio Stations near Ōnishi

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AshiyaRadio〜アシヤ・ラヂヲ〜 bossa nova, jazz AAC 192 kbps

Museums in Ōnishi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
akaike
Akame Natural History Museum
Asuka Historical Museum
Buddhist Art Library
Center for Historical Materials of Education
Conservation Center
Fujiwarakyo Museum
Hōshōkan Museum
Irie Taikichi Memorial Museum of Photography Nara City
Irie Taikichi's old residence
Kanbayashi Tea Museum
Kashihara City Museum of Insects
Kasuga Taisha Museum (Treasure Hall)
Kenzen gama kilns and clay gallery
Miho Museum
Nabunken Excavation Office
Nara Buddhist Sculpture Hall
Nara City Museum of calligraphy in honour of Kason Sugioka
Nara Craft Museum (Nara Kogeikan)
Nara National Museum
Nara Prefectural Museum of Art
Nara Prefecture Complex of Man'yo Culture
Nara Prison Museum
NARAMACHI DUNG BEETLE GALLERY
Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum
Naramachi Museum
Naramachi Nigiwai-no-Ie
National Treasure Museum
Old Ot elementary school
Old Sumo school
Ritual Bronzes Gallery
SHARP Memorial & Technology Hall-Tenri
Shiga Safari Museum
Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park
Shigaraki Pottery Museum
Tail of Genji Museum
Takamatsuzuka Mural Museum
Tanikan gama clay port gallery
The Kids Science Museum of Photons
Tōdai-ji museum
Treasure Hall
ギャラリーおやさと
くすり資料館
くにのみや学習館
こうもり博物館
ならまちまちかど博物館
まちなみギャラリー石景庵
まつながたかを美術館
京都府 茶業会議所
京都府立山城郷土資料館(ふるさとミュージアム山城)
伊賀信楽古陶館
伊賀越資料館
元興寺総合収蔵庫
八木札の辻交流館
名勝大乗院庭園文化館
名張市埋蔵文化財センター
喜多美術館
大和玉仙閣美術館
大和高原民俗資料館
大宇陀歴史文化館「薬の館」
天理大学附属天理参考館
奈良いきものミュージアム
奈良学園セミナーハウス志賀直哉旧居
奈良市音声館
奈良金魚ミュージアム
宇治市歴史資料館
宗宝蔵
宝物収蔵庫
寧楽美術館
展示館
慈光殿
旧柳生藩小山田家老屋敷
明日香民族資料館
時の資料館
月山日本刀鍛錬道場記念館
朝日焼窯芸資料館
村田美術
東町だんじり蔵
松源院民芸館
柘植歴史民俗資料館
橿原市昆虫館新館
橿原市立こども科学館
水原房次郎 蔵美術館
甲賀市立信楽産業展示館
甲賀市立甲賀歴史民俗資料館
甲賀忍術博物館
第一次大極殿復原事業情報館
芭蕉翁記念館
茶づな
遺構展示館 北館
鉄眼一切経版木収蔵庫
黒塚古墳資料館

Libraries in Ōnishi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
8号棟 情報ライブラリー本館0.0
Central Municipal Library0.0
Central Municipal Library0.0
Iga Ueno City Library0.0
Library, Nara University of Education0.0
Sakurai Municipal Library0.0
Tenri Central Library0.0
university library/computing and networking center0.0
上野点字図書館0.0
井手町図書館0.0
井手町図書館0.0
名張市立図書館0.0
図書館0.0
大山田図書室0.0
天理市立図書館0.0
奈良県立図書情報館0.0
宇治市中央図書館0.0
宇治市中央図書館0.0
宇治市東宇治図書館0.0
宇治市東宇治図書館0.0
宇治田原町立図書館0.0
宇治田原町立図書館0.0
山城町立図書館0.0
市立加茂図書館0.0
市立加茂図書館0.0
木津市中央図書館0.0
木津市中央図書館0.0
榛原町立図書館0.0
橿原市立図書館0.0
田原本町立図書館0.0
甲賀市信楽図書館0.0
甲賀市甲賀図書情報館0.0
附属図書館0.0
附属図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Ōnishi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
JA伊賀南部桐ケ丘店
八色にぎわい市場
月ヶ瀬温泉ふれあい市場
月ヶ瀬温泉ふれあい市場
椿井市場
椿井市場

Restaurants in Ōnishi

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

美晴荘別館

Cafes in Ōnishi

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CAFE SUNWOOD
いこい茶屋
鹿飛カフェ

Theatres in Ōnishi

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ふれあいホール

Gas Stations in Ōnishi

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JP #13194916171
JP #806686940
出光月ヶ瀬SS(オクダ商店)

Banks in Ōnishi

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JA伊賀ふるさと

Golf Courses in Ōnishi

7 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ariji Country Club Hanagaki Cource
KOMA Country Club
Nara OGM Golf Club
Nara Wakakusa Country Club
Tsukigase Country Club
万壽ゴルフクラブ
奈良白鳳CC

Breweries in Ōnishi

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Nara Machi Craft Beer
Yamato Craft Beer
Yamato Craft Beer
YAMATO Craft Beer Table
YAMATO Craft Beer Table
ゆめの里 かずら(農事組合法人)

Stadiums & Teams in Ōnishi

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Ski Resorts Near Ōnishi

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Gozaisho Ski Area 0.0 $0
Biwako Valley 0.0 $0
Kutsuki Snow Park 0.0 $0

Airports Near Ōnishi

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Osaka Itami International AirportITMLarge Airport
Yao AirportMedium Airport
Hikone Kojinyama Hangglider ParkSmall Airport
Ichishicho GliderportSmall Airport
JGSDF Akeno AirfieldSmall Airport
JGSDF Shinodayama AirfieldSmall Airport
Kisogawa GliderportSmall Airport
Kushidagawa GliderportSmall Airport
Locus Lake Biwa Flying Adventure / Lake Biwa MPPG Paraglider AirfieldSmall Airport
Ryu's SkyparkSmall Airport
Tatsuda Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ōnishi

6 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Harigabessho Post Office
Hatano Post Office
HIgashiyama Post Office
Toyohara Post Office
Tsukigase Post Office
花垣簡易郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ōnishi

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
乎美祢神社
八幡神社
春日神社 (Kasuga Shrine)
池邊寺
真福寺
花垣神社

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 Ōnishi

What is the population of Ōnishi?

Ōnishi has a population of 3,226 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 64 people per square mile, spread across 50.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ōnishi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $31,600, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $80,000 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $400 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 Ōnishi?

Ōnishi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.8 inches.

How is the job market in Ōnishi?

The job market in Ōnishi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 103 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ōnishi?

The median home value in Ōnishi is $80,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

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