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Onoda, Japan

Yamaguchi · Japan

Onoda is a mid-size city in Yamaguchi, Japan with a population of 44,295. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
44,295 Population 327/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
69.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$29,400 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$29,400 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

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About Onoda

Onoda was a city located in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. The city was founded on November 3, 1940.

People

Population44,295
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density327/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$29,400
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units17,718

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain69.4 in/yr
Sunny Days210/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Population44,295
Population Density327 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates34.0014°, 131.1836°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamaguchi
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation69.4 inches (1,762 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$29,400
Median Age51.6 years

About Onoda

Onoda is a mid-size city in Japan (Yamaguchi) with a population of 44,295. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Onoda has a population of 44,295 with a density of 327 people per square mile, spread across 135.3 square miles. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

44,295
Total Population
327
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above Japan avg
135.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Onoda vs Japan Average

The median household income in Onoda is $29,400, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,417 business establishments.

Income: Onoda vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,400
61% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)1,417

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Onoda is $68,000, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $340 (71% below the national average of $1,163). There are 17,718 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,000
76% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$340
71% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units17,718

Property Tax

Climate in Onoda

Onoda 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 1731 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 68.3
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 79.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 114.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 140.9
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 135.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 242.2
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 338.2
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 175.7
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 161.9
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 114.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 79.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 82.0
Onoda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above Japan avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days210 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area135.3 sq mi (350.5 km²)
Population Density327/sq mi
Coordinates34.0014°N, 131.1836°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 69.4"
83% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.22"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

220 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 6, 2025.

Apr 15, 2016 6 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M7.0 140 km
Mar 24, 2001 16 km SSW of Kure, Japan M6.8 124 km
Mar 20, 2005 28 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M6.6 100 km
Jun 11, 2006 15 km S of Tsukawaki, Japan M6.3 97 km
Mar 13, 2014 32 km SSW of Hikari, Japan M6.3 69 km
Apr 17, 2024 18 km W of Uwajima, Japan M6.3 138 km
Apr 14, 2016 2 km SSE of Kumamoto, Japan M6.2 142 km
Jun 25, 1997 17 km E of Hagi, Japan M5.9 58 km
Apr 15, 2016 6 km S of Kikuchi, Japan M5.7 125 km
Apr 15, 2016 10 km NE of Aso, Japan M5.5 111 km
May 22, 1998 9 km NE of Bungo-Takada-shi, Japan M5.5 52 km
Apr 19, 2005 8 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M5.5 101 km
Jul 12, 2015 12 km SSW of Usuki, Japan M5.5 121 km
Apr 18, 2016 8 km NNE of Aso, Japan M5.5 110 km
Apr 15, 2016 5 km WSW of Aso, Japan M5.4 121 km
Apr 14, 2016 14 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.4 144 km
Apr 15, 2016 13 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.3 141 km
Apr 15, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M5.3 150 km
Apr 16, 2016 8 km ENE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.2 135 km
Oct 28, 1991 13 km SSW of Ube, Japan M5.2 20 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

53 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Shanshan (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 2 186 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 2 70 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 1 225 km
2020 Haishen Category 2 192 km
2020 Maysak Category 1 266 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 134 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 299 km
2018 Trami Category 1 254 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 184 km
2017 Noru Category 1 231 km
2016 Chaba Category 1 287 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 230 km
2015 Goni Category 3 64 km
2014 Halong Category 1 226 km
2013 Danas Category 1 250 km
2012 Sanba Category 2 284 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 237 km
2007 Usagi Category 3 15 km
2007 Man-yi Category 1 209 km
2006 Shanshan Category 1 72 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

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 1,001 105 km
1596 BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU Eruption + Earthquake 8.0 m 708 92 km
1872 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 3.0 m 804 125 km
1715 SEIKAIDO Earthquake - - 92 km
1698 SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO Earthquake - - 92 km
1597 BEPPU BAY, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake - 40 87 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Abu (67 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 67 km
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 82 km
Kujusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,791 m (5,876 ft) 1996 102 km
Asosan Caldera 1,592 m (5,223 ft) 2020 125 km
Unzendake Complex 1,483 m (4,865 ft) 1996 161 km
Sanbesan Stratovolcano 1,126 m (3,694 ft) 650 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in
March 46°F (8°C) 4.9 in
April 56°F (13°C) 7.0 in
May 64°F (18°C) 6.7 in
June 71°F (21°C) 11.2 in
July 78°F (26°C) 11.2 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 5.6 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 7.6 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in
December 44°F (7°C) 2.2 in Driest

Onoda has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 40°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 69.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.2") and December the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Onoda

26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
私立宇部鴻城高等学校 - - - -
県立小野田高等学校 - - - -
市立高千帆小学校 - - - -
市立有帆小学校 - - - -
市立高泊小学校 - - - -
県立小野田工業高等学校 - - - -
市立小野田小学校 - - - -
山陽小野田市立竜王中学校 - - - -
黒石小学校 - - - -
黒石中学校 - - - -
原小学校 - - - -
厚南小学校 - - - -
厚南中学校 - - - -
宇部総合支援学校 - - - -
私立サビエル高等学校 - - - -
県立宇部西高等学校 - - - -
県立宇部商業高等学校 - - - -
市立高千帆中学校 - - - -
市立須恵小学校 - - - -
市立赤崎小学校松原分校 - - - -
市立西宇部小学校 - - - -
市立竜王中学校松原分校 - - - -
市立本山小学校 - - - -
市立小野田中学校 - - - -
市立厚東小学校 - - - -
市立厚東中学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Onoda

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Onoda

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kyushu Railway History Museum
Kyushu Railway History Museum
Shimonoseki City Museum of History
Shimonoseki City Museum of History
Sino-Japan Peace Treaty Memorial Hall
Sino-Japan Peace Treaty Memorial Hall
アインシュタイン・メモリアルルーム
アインシュタイン・メモリアルルーム
かまぼこ歴史館
ギャルリー小川
やまぎん史料館
やまぎん史料館
下関市立美術館
下関市立美術館
下関市立近代先人顕彰館（田中絹代ぶんか館）
下関市立近代先人顕彰館（田中絹代ぶんか館）
下関市立長府博物館
下関市立長府博物館
世界を旅する植物館
乃木神社宝物館
乃木神社宝物館
住吉神社宝物館
住吉神社宝物館
出光佐三記念美術館・出光美術館（門司）
出光佐三記念美術館・出光美術館（門司）
勅使殿
勅使殿
大理石加工展示館
山口市小郡文化資料館
山口銀行旧本店
山口銀行旧本店
山陽小野田市歴史民俗資料館
忌宮神社宝物館
忌宮神社宝物館
旧下関英国領事館
旧下関英国領事館
旧大連航路上屋
旧大連航路上屋
旧大阪商船
旧大阪商船
旧門司三井倶楽部
旧門司三井倶楽部
東行記念館
清流館
石炭記念館
秋吉台科学博物館
美袮市化石館
美袮市歴史民俗資料館
藤原義江記念館
藤原義江記念館
豊田ホタルの里ミュージアム
赤間神宮宝物殿
赤間神宮宝物殿
門司電気通信レトロ館
門司電気通信レトロ館
関門海峡ミュージアム
関門海峡ミュージアム

Libraries in Onoda

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
下関市立豊田図書館0.0
下関市立長府図書館0.0
下関市立長府図書館0.0
北九州市立中央図書館曽根分館0.0
北九州市立中央図書館曽根分館0.0
北九州市立国際友好記念図書館0.0
北九州市立国際友好記念図書館0.0
北九州市立門司図書館0.0
北九州市立門司図書館大里分館0.0
北九州市立門司図書館大里分館0.0
北九州市立門司図書館大里分館0.0
宇部市学びの森くすのき0.0
宇部市立図書館0.0
宇部西高校図書館0.0
小郡町立小郡図書館0.0
山陽小野田市立中央図書館0.0
山陽小野田市立中央図書館赤碕分館0.0
山陽小野田市立中央図書館高千帆分館0.0
山陽小野田市立厚狭図書館0.0
秋芳図書館0.0
美東図書館0.0
美祢市立図書館0.0
苅田町立図書館0.0
苅田町立図書館　返却ポスト0.0
阿知須町立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Onoda

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Karato Wholesale Market

Hotels in Onoda

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

小野田オリエンタルホテル

Restaurants in Onoda

25 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gyū-Kaku
Joyfull
Sol Poniente
インドレストランSHAPLA
お好み焼きティダマンディ
カレーハウスCoCo壱番屋
くら寿司 宇部厚南店
さざん亭
しゃぶしゃぶ温野菜
しゃぶ葉 宇部店
ジョイフル宇部黒石店
ステーキ宮 宇部厚南店
とりあえず吾平
どんどん 宇部際波店
中華そば七福
丸亀製麺 宇部際波店
大阪王将
寿司よし
焼肉さかい
焼肉ひえん
焼肉家しじゃん
第1食堂
第2食堂
素晴らしきかな人生 宇部店
萬福ラーメン

Cafes in Onoda

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

アンサンブル
アンサンブル
まんが喫茶ビックコミック
茶囲夢

Clinics in Onoda

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JP #922754843
おぎの歯科
なかの耳鼻咽喉科
のむら大腸肛門クリニック

Dentists in Onoda

4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

にっさん歯科医院
岡野歯科
竜王歯科
黒石デンタルクリニック

Veterinaries in Onoda

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

おおたに動物病院
ことのは動物病院

Train Stations in Onoda

13 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hamagōchi
Iwahana
Kotō
Mede
Minami-Nakagawa
Minami-Onoda
Nagato-Motoyama
Nagato-Nagasawa
Onoda
Onodakō
Suzumeda
Tsumazaki
Ube

Gas Stations in Onoda

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
ENEOS ゆめタウン前SS / ミータス(株)
ENEOS厚南中央／エネクス石油販売西日本(株)
出光 セルフ流川ＳＳ （出光リテール販売）

Banks in Onoda

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JA Bank
山口銀行
山口銀行 厚南出張所
西中国信用金庫 西宇部支店
西京銀行厚南支店

Shopping Malls in Onoda

3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sun Park Mall
おのだサンパーク東館
ゆめタウン宇部

Golf Courses in Onoda

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

若山ゴルフクラブ 梶コース

Stadiums & Teams in Onoda

TeamLeagueDivision
下関球場

Ski Resorts Near Onoda

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Tokusagamine Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Onoda

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fukuoka AirportFUKLarge Airport
Kitakyushu AirportKKJLarge Airport
Iwami AirportIWJMedium Airport
JASDF Ashiya Air Base-Medium Airport
JASDF Hofu Airfield-Medium Airport
JASDF Tsuiki Air Base-Medium Airport
Oita AirportOITMedium Airport
Yamaguchi Ube AirportUBJMedium Airport
Fukuda Nishidai Airfield-Small Airport
Hofu Gliderport-Small Airport
Ozuki Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Onoda

16 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Futamatase Post Office
Koto Post Office
Onoda Ariho Post Office
Onoda Asahimachi Post Office
Onoda Go Summary Post Office
Onoda Hamagochi Summary Post Office
Onoda Hondoriminami Post Office
Onoda Kanomatsu Summary Post Office
Onoda Motoyama Post Office
Onoda Nishinohama Post Office
Onoda Post Office
Takachiho Post Office
Tsumasaki Post Office
Ube Ekimae Post Office
Ube Higashiwari Post Office
Ube Nakano Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Onoda

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
住吉神社
子持御前
山王様
岡崎八幡宮
水神社
當嶋八幡宮
船木護國神社
蓮光寺
赤嵜神社
高千帆カトリック教会
高泊神社

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 Onoda

What is the population of Onoda?

Onoda has a population of 44,295 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 327 people per square mile, spread across 135.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Onoda expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,400, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $68,000 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $340 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Onoda?

Onoda 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 78°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.4 inches.

How is the job market in Onoda?

The job market in Onoda is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,417 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Onoda?

The median home value in Onoda is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.

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