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Saikū, Japan

Mie · Japan

Saikū is a small city in Mie, Japan with a population of 22,445. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
22,445 Population 245/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
76.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$32,200 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$32,200 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $400/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population22,445
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density245/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,200
Unemployment2.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$400
Housing Units8,978

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain76.0 in/yr
Sunny Days198/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population22,445
Population Density245 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates34.5333°, 136.6333°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceMie
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation76.0 inches (1,931 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,200
Median Age48.8 years

About Saikū

Saikū is a small city in Japan (Mie) with a population of 22,445. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Saikū has a population of 22,445 with a density of 245 people per square mile, spread across 91.8 square miles. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

22,445
Total Population
245
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above Japan avg
91.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Saikū vs Japan Average

The median household income in Saikū is $32,200, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 718 business establishments.

Income: Saikū vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,200
57% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)718

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Saikū 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 8,978 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 Units8,978

Property Tax

Climate in Saikū

Saikū has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.2°C), the coldest is Jan (6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1597 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6°C / 43°F 2.4° / 9.6° 47.1
Feb 6.2°C / 43°F 2.5° / 9.9° 61.3
Mar 9.2°C / 49°F 5.2° / 13.3° 108.9
Apr 14.1°C / 57°F 9.9° / 18.3° 138.5
May 19.1°C / 66°F 15.1° / 23.1° 165.2
Jun 22.9°C / 73°F 19.7° / 26.1° 208.1
Jul 27.2°C / 81°F 23.9° / 30.4° 194.0
Aug 28.2°C / 83°F 24.9° / 31.5° 134.0
Sep 24.5°C / 76°F 21.2° / 27.9° 244.2
Oct 19.2°C / 67°F 15.6° / 22.7° 165.9
Nov 13.1°C / 56°F 9.3° / 16.9° 77.9
Dec 8.3°C / 47°F 4.6° / 12° 51.7
Saikū enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 198 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 76.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above Japan avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days198 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area91.8 sq mi (237.7 km²)
Population Density245/sq mi
Coordinates34.5333°N, 136.6333°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 76.0"
100% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.06"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

621 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 M6.9 148 km
Jul 7, 1995 62 km SSE of Toba, Japan M6.0 77 km
Apr 1, 2016 54 km SE of Shing?, Japan M5.9 130 km
Jun 1, 1998 17 km SW of Owase, Japan M5.8 83 km
May 23, 1997 38 km SSE of Tahara, Japan M5.8 80 km
Feb 26, 2025 38 km ESE of Shingū, Japan M5.8 106 km
Aug 20, 1999 22 km SE of Kainan, Japan M5.7 126 km
Sep 5, 2004 93 km SE of Shing?, Japan M5.7 144 km
Nov 18, 2013 25 km SE of Toba, Japan M5.6 44 km
Mar 16, 1997 5 km NE of Toyokawa, Japan M5.6 82 km
Oct 18, 1996 102 km SSE of Toba, Japan M5.6 118 km
Aug 1, 2007 42 km ESE of Owase, Japan M5.5 70 km
Jun 17, 2018 near the south coast of western Honshu, Japan M5.5 97 km
Jan 18, 2003 67 km SSE of Toba, Japan M5.5 83 km
Oct 30, 2000 western Honshu, Japan M5.5 46 km
Apr 3, 2001 10 km NE of Mori, Japan M5.4 133 km
Jan 6, 2004 36 km S of Ise, Japan M5.3 42 km
May 9, 2022 7 km NE of Toba, Japan M5.3 24 km
Jan 15, 2021 76 km SSE of Toba, Japan M5.2 91 km
Mar 4, 2006 100 km SSE of Toba, Japan M5.2 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

52 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Nakri (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Nakri Category 1 299 km
2023 Lan Category 2 126 km
2019 Faxai Category 4 223 km
2019 Hagibis Category 2 171 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 143 km
2018 Trami Category 1 132 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 177 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 43 km
2017 Lan Category 2 136 km
2017 Noru Category 1 153 km
2016 Mindulle Category 1 264 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 275 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 71 km
2013 Wipha Category 1 278 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 268 km
2011 Roke Category 3 72 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 214 km
2010 Chaba Category 1 250 km
2009 Melor Category 1 59 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 118 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 21.0 m (69 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1854 ENSHUNADA SEA Earthquake 21.0 m 1,000 131 km
1707 ENSHUNADA Earthquake 11.0 m 2,000 118 km
1944 OFF SOUTHEAST COAST KII PENINSULA Earthquake 10.0 m 1,223 73 km
1498 ENSHUNADA SEA Earthquake 10.0 m 5,000 147 km
1096 ENSHUNADA Earthquake 7.0 m - 99 km
1855 ENSHUNADA Earthquake 3.0 m - 89 km
1520 KII, KUMANANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 108 km
1510 OSAKA BAY Earthquake 2.0 m - 113 km
1408 KUMANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 85 km
1403 KUMANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 94 km
922 KUMANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 82 km
1909 ANEGAWA, JAPAN Earthquake 1.8 m 41 101 km
1945 TOKAIDO Earthquake 1.0 m 2,306 55 km
1995 KOBE, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 6,434 143 km
1791 OASAKA BAY Earthquake - - 113 km
1708 TOKAIDO Earthquake - - 68 km
1666 AICHI PREFECTURE Earthquake - - 54 km
1589 SURUGA, JAPAN Earthquake - - 146 km
1586 ISE BAY Earthquake - 8,000 54 km
1360 KUMANONADA Earthquake - - 132 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ontakesan (170 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ontakesan Complex 3,067 m (10,062 ft) 2014 170 km
Hakusan Stratovolcano 2,702 m (8,865 ft) 1659 181 km
Norikuradake Stratovolcano(es) 3,026 m (9,928 ft) -50 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 42°F (5°C) 3.1 in
March 47°F (8°C) 5.0 in
April 57°F (14°C) 6.8 in
May 65°F (18°C) 6.7 in
June 72°F (22°C) 10.4 in
July 79°F (26°C) 8.9 in
August 81°F (27°C) 8.0 in Warmest
September 74°F (24°C) 11.1 in Wettest
October 64°F (18°C) 7.5 in
November 54°F (12°C) 4.3 in
December 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in

Saikū has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 41°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 76.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.1") and January the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Saikū

19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Oyodo Elementary School - - - -
県立明野高等学校 - - - -
市立機殿小学校 - - - -
Meiwa Jr. High School - - - -
エース・スクール - - - -
市立明野小学校 - - - -
みょうじょうこども園 - - - -
松阪市立漕代小学校 - - - -
明星小学校 - - - -
Higashioizu Elementary School - - - -
市立てい水小学校 - - - -
Kitahama Elementary School - - - -
伊勢市立桜浜中学校 - - - -
町立明星小学校 - - - -
Saiku Elementary School - - - -
町立下御糸小学校 - - - -
町立上御糸小学校 - - - -
市立漕代小学校 - - - -
市立機殿小学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Saikū

1 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Saikū

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Hinjitsukan
Ise netsuke chokoku-kan
Isekawasakisyouninkan
Kokichi Mikimoto Memorial Hall
Matsusaka City Museum of History and Folklore
Matsusaka City Museum of History and Folklore
Matsusaka Merchant Museum
Museum of Motoori Norinaga
Ozaki Gakudou Musium
Pearl Museum
Saiku Historical Museum
Sengū Museum
Yamada Magistrate
おおみや昆虫館
おかげ座 神話の館
お伊勢まいり資料館
マコンデ美術館
レーモンドホール
レーモンドホール
三重県立博物館
三重県立博物館
三重県立美術館
伊勢志摩サミット記念館 サミエール
伊勢現代美術館
伊良子清白の家
伊藤小坡美術館
大紀町郷土資料館
山口誓子俳句館
式年遷宮記念神宮美術館
志摩市立磯部図書館・郷土資料館
愛洲の館
明和町立歴史民俗資料館（ふるさと会館）;明和町立図書館
村山龍平記念館
松浦武四郎記念館
松阪市嬉野考古館
松阪市文化財センター「はにわ館」
津市営 香良洲歴史資料館
海ほおずき
瑞巌寺庭園
皇學館大学佐川記念神道博物館
石水博物館
石水博物館
神宮徴古館・農業館
遺品資料館
遺品資料館
金剛證寺宝物館
門野幾之進記念館
阿児ライブラリー・志摩市立阿児資料館
高田本山専修寺宝物館
高田本山専修寺宝物館
鳥羽みなとまち文学館

Libraries in Saikū

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
きらめき図書館0.0
三重大学附属図書館0.0
三重県立図書館0.0
久居市図書館0.0
久居市図書館0.0
伊勢市立図書館0.0
勢和村立図書館0.0
南知多町町民会館図書室0.0
多気町立図書館0.0
大台町立図書館0.0
安濃町図書館0.0
安濃町図書館0.0
小俣図書館0.0
志摩市立図書館0.0
志摩市立磯部図書館・郷土資料館0.0
明和町立歴史民俗資料館（ふるさと会館）;明和町立図書館0.0
松阪市図書館0.0
松阪市嬉野図書館0.0
津市一志図書館0.0
津市津図書館0.0
津市津図書館0.0
神宮文庫0.0
美里図書館0.0
鳥羽市立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Saikū

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
フレッシュマートやまか

Restaurants in Saikū

34 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bikkuri Donkey
Coco's
Hime Shara
Saizeriya
Toriichi
あじへい
あじへい
イオン和食中一
お好み焼き みと
かつQ 玉城店
グルメ回転寿司鈴木水産明和店
こなつ
さかぐち
さかぐち
つぼみ
となりのれもん三丁目
どんぐり
ラ・アマート
ルンビニ
ルンビニ アジアンレストラン
レストランRyu
中華ダイニング凛香
和晃
和食処大山
天風明和店
太極殿
宮島
洋麺屋五右衛門 伊勢明和店
海鮮料理 大山
焼肉オーシャン
神戸唐唐亭伊勢玉城店
食遊人
駱駝
麦

Cafes in Saikū

7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe＆Store楽
Komeda Coffee Shop
オトモニコーヒー明和店
ハウディ
凱旋
珈琲屋らんぷ明和店
町家カフェ

Cinemas in Saikū

2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

109 Cinemas
109シネマズ明和

Monuments in Saikū

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

業平松

Clinics in Saikū

6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

こまだ神経内科
すいもん眼科
中井整形外科
服部耳鼻咽喉科
櫛谷内科クリニック
越智医院

Dentists in Saikū

5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JP #1434830601
あけの歯科
やまなかデンタルクリニック
佐田歯科
後藤歯科クリニック

Train Stations in Saikū

5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Akeno
Koishiro
Kushida
Myojo
Saigu

Gas Stations in Saikū

11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

General
IDEMITSU
JP #1016199287
JP #1016199288
JP #1912821597
JP #362225172
JP #559996243
JP #623705822
クイックピット明和SS
ファンタジスタベリー小俣店
ファンタジスタベリー小俣店

Banks in Saikū

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JA Bank
三十三銀行　明和支店
三重信用金庫 明和支店
第三銀行

Shopping Malls in Saikū

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AEON Mall

Gyms in Saikū

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hampi

Golf Courses in Saikū

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

伊勢カントリークラブ

Stadiums & Teams in Saikū

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saikū

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Saikū

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chubu Centrair International AirportNGOLarge Airport
Nagoya Airport / JASDF Komaki Air BaseNKMMedium Airport
Hikone Kojinyama Hangglider Park-Small Airport
Ichishicho Gliderport-Small Airport
JGSDF Akeno Airfield-Small Airport
Kisogawa Gliderport-Small Airport
Kushidagawa Gliderport-Small Airport
Locus Lake Biwa Flying Adventure / Lake Biwa MPPG Paraglider Airfield-Small Airport
Nukata Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport
Okazaki Gliderport-Small Airport
Ryu's Skypark-Small Airport
Soratomo Wind Park Gliderport-Small Airport
Tatsuda Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Saikū

11 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ise Kitahama Post Office
Kamimiito Summary Post Office
Kushida Post Office
Meiwa Post Office
Meiwa Takegawa Summary Post Office
Meiwa Uninaka Summary Post Office
Myojo Post Office
Oyodo Post Office
Shimomiito Post Office
明星郵便局
明野簡易郵便局

Treatment Centers in Saikū

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
かたやまファミリークリニック
伊勢志摩中央リハビリテーションセンター
江戸橋神経科内科クリニック
西山産婦人科
辻内科医院

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saikū

25 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
久安寺
仲神社
八柱神社
八柱神社
坂本神社
天香山神社
宇爾櫻神社
安養寺
明星神社
有田神社
永木寺
畠田神社
神服織機殿神社
神麻続織殿神社
稲木神社
竹神社
織殿神社
興隆寺
西光寺
観音寺
転輪寺
長光寺地蔵堂
陽珠院
鳥墓神社
麻續神社

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 Saikū

What is the population of Saikū?

Saikū has a population of 22,445 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 245 people per square mile, spread across 91.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Saikū expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,200, 57% 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 Saikū?

Saikū enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 198 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.0 inches.

How is the job market in Saikū?

The job market in Saikū is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 718 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Saikū?

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

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