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Ōshima is a small city in Tokyo, Japan with a population of 7,102. Elevation: 230 ft (70 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
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About Ōshima
Ōshima is a town located in Ōshima Subprefecture, Tokyo Metropolis, Japan. As of 1 October 2020, the town had an estimated population of 7,102, and a population density of 78.3 persons per km2. Its total area is 90.76 square kilometres (35.04 sq mi).
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| Population | 7,102 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.7482°, 139.3624° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Tokyo |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 82.4 inches (2,094 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $45,800 |
| Median Age | 44.7 years |
About Ōshima
Ōshima is a small city in Japan (Tokyo) with a population of 7,102. The city sits at an elevation of 230 feet (70 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Ōshima vs Japan Average
Income: Ōshima 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) | 227 |
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 | 2,841 |
Property Tax
Climate in Ōshima
Ōshima has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.4°C), the coldest is Jan (7.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2871 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.5°F |
| 10% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 186 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Area | 772.9 sq mi (2,001.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7482°N, 139.3624°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.0 m (43 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1923 | SAGAMI BAY | Earthquake | 13.0 m | 105,385 | 41 km |
| 1703 | OFF SW BOSO PENINSULA | Earthquake | 11.7 m | 5,233 | 40 km |
| 1498 | ENSHUNADA SEA | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 5,000 | 143 km |
| 1495 | KAMAKURA, SAGAMI BAY, TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 200 | 41 km |
| 1732 | KUJUKURI BEACH, JAPAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 140 km |
| 1433 | OFF IZU-OSHIMA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 21 km |
| 2009 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 1 | 100 km |
| 1980 | HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 18 km |
| 1978 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 25 | 12 km |
| 1923 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 78 km |
| 1974 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 30 | 63 km |
| 1982 | S. OF HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 103 km |
| 1990 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 11 km |
| 2000 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 94 km |
| 2000 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 49 km |
| 2000 | KOZU-SHIMA ISLAND, HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 1 | 62 km |
| 1857 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 97 km |
| 1855 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | — | 6,757 | 108 km |
| 1782 | ODAWARA, SAGAMI BAY | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 50 km |
| 1642 | BOSO, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | — | 123 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
13 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Izu-Oshima (4 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Izu-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 758 m (2,487 ft) | 1990 | 4 km |
| Toshima | Stratovolcano | 508 m (1,667 ft) | -4550 | 27 km |
| Izu-Tobu | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,406 m (4,613 ft) | 1989 | 30 km |
| Niijima | Lava dome(s) | 432 m (1,417 ft) | 886 | 40 km |
| Kozushima | Lava dome(s) | 572 m (1,877 ft) | 838 | 62 km |
| Hakoneyama | Complex | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | 2015 | 62 km |
| Miyakejima | Stratovolcano | 775 m (2,543 ft) | 2010 | 74 km |
| Fujisan | Stratovolcano | 3,776 m (12,388 ft) | 1708 | 89 km |
| Mikurajima | Stratovolcano | 851 m (2,792 ft) | -4100 | 100 km |
| Yokodake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,480 m (8,136 ft) | 1200 | 176 km |
| Hachijojima | Stratovolcano(es) | 854 m (2,802 ft) | 1606 | 183 km |
| Harunasan | Stratovolcano | 1,449 m (4,754 ft) | 550 | 198 km |
| Asamayama | Complex | 2,568 m (8,425 ft) | 2019 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 3.4 in | |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 6.7 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 7.0 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 7.4 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 7.2 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 10.0 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 9.1 in | |
| November | 56°F (14°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
Ōshima has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 44°F in February to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 82.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.3") and December the driest (3.2").
Schools in Ōshima
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sakura Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sashikiji Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Daini Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| 町立つつじ小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Daisan Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Habu Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Daiichi Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Oshima High School | — | — | — | — |
| Tsubaki Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tokyo Metropolitan Oshima Kaiyo-kokusai High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ōshima
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Ōshima
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dolls Museum "Soleil" | ||||
| Izu Ammonite Museum | ||||
| Izu Antique Jewelry Museum | ||||
| Izu Kogen Stained Glass Museum | ||||
| Izuoshima Volcano Museum | ||||
| Meruhen-no-Mori Art Museum | ||||
| Museum of Ivory and Stone Sculptures Jewelpia | ||||
| Odorikonosato Museum | ||||
| Suspicious Boys & Girls Museum | ||||
| 大島町 貝の博物館 ぱれ・らめーる | ||||
| 金子勇博古館 |
Libraries in Ōshima
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 大島町図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ōshima
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 海市場 |
Hotels in Ōshima
15 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ōshima
22 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ōshima
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Ōshima
4 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Ōshima
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Ōshima
4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Ōshima
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ōshima
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ōshima
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ōshima
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Ōshima
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Ōshima
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Ōshima
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fujiten Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Ōshima
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| JGSDF Kisarazu Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| JMSDF Atsugi Air Base / Naval Air Facility Atsugi | NJA | Medium Airport |
| JMSDF Tateyama Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Miyakejima Airport | MYE | Medium Airport |
| Oshima Airport | OIM | Medium Airport |
| Fujikawa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Izu Flying Club Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kannami Glider Park | — | Small Airport |
| Kannami Hang Glider Landing Field | — | Small Airport |
| Kisarazu Nakajima Auxiliary Airfield / Kisarazu Heliport | — | Small Airport |
| Kozushima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Niijima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Oshino Sky Sports Club | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ōshima
7 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Habuminato Post Office | |
| Nomashi Post Office | |
| Okata Post Office | |
| Oshima Post Office | |
| Sashikiji Post Office | |
| Senzu Post Office | |
| 大島北の山簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ōshima
17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 三原神社 | |
| 三原神社下社 | |
| 倉澤大明神 | |
| 元村教会 | |
| 吉谷神社 | |
| 大宮神社 | |
| 大宮神社 | |
| 天理教伊豆大島分教会 | |
| 愛宕神社 | |
| 慈眼寺 | |
| 春日神社 | |
| 波布比咩命神社 | |
| 海中寺 | |
| 潮音寺 | |
| 薬師堂 | |
| 金光寺 | |
| 龍王神社 |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ōshima
What is the population of Ōshima?
Ōshima has a population of 7,102 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 772.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Ōshima 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 Ōshima?
Ōshima enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 186 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 82.4 inches.
How is the job market in Ōshima?
The job market in Ōshima is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 227 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Ōshima?
The median home value in Ōshima is $166,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $830.