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Sakawa, Japan
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Sakawa is a small city in Kochi, Japan with a population of 13,223. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
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About Sakawa
Sakawa is a town located in Takaoka District, Kōchi Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 August 2022, the town had an estimated population of 12,306 in 6036 households and a population density of 120 persons per km2. The total area of the town is 100.8 square kilometres (38.9 sq mi).
People
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A+Climate
| Population | 13,223 |
| Population Density | 340 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.5074°, 133.2848° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Kochi |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 82.1 inches (2,084 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,800 |
| Median Age | 51.8 years |
About Sakawa
Sakawa is a small city in Japan (Kochi) with a population of 13,223. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet (80 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Sakawa vs Japan Average
Income: Sakawa vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,800 |
| 64% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 423 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $64,000 |
| 77% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $320 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 5,289 |
Property Tax
Climate in Sakawa
Sakawa has an average annual temperature of 17.5°C (64°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.2°C), the coldest is Jan (7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2656 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.6°F |
| 7% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 188 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Area | 38.9 sq mi (100.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 340/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.5074°N, 133.2848°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 25.7 m (84 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1707 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 25.7 m | 5,000 | 145 km |
| 1596 | BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU | Eruption + Earthquake | 8.0 m | 708 | 149 km |
| 684 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 130 km |
| 1711 | SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 1,000 | 110 km |
| 1808 | E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 147 km |
| 1899 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 128 km |
| 1715 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 149 km |
| 1698 | SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 149 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yufu-Tsurumi (178 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yufu-Tsurumi | Lava dome(s) | 1,584 m (5,197 ft) | 867 | 178 km |
| Abu | Shield(s) | 641 m (2,103 ft) | -6850 | 191 km |
| Sanbesan | Stratovolcano | 1,126 m (3,694 ft) | 650 | 192 km |
| Kujusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,791 m (5,876 ft) | 1996 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 5.5 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 8.5 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 9.3 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 13.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 12.4 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 10.8 in | |
| October | 62°F (16°C) | 6.4 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 2.3 in |
Sakawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 38°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 82.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.0") and January the driest (2.1").
Schools in Sakawa
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 市立北原小学校谷地分校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立戸波中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立戸波小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立尾川中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立尾川小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立斗賀野小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立佐川小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 県立佐川高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立佐川中学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sakawa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Sakawa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kōchi Castle Museum of History | ||||
| Kōchi Castle Museum of History | ||||
| Kochi Literary Museum | ||||
| いの町紙の博物館 | ||||
| かわうそ学習館 | ||||
| 佐川地質館 | ||||
| 佐川町立青山文庫 | ||||
| 土佐山内家宝物資料館 | ||||
| 土佐山内家宝物資料館 | ||||
| 春野町立郷土資料館 | ||||
| 春野町立郷土資料館 | ||||
| 横倉山自然の森博物館 | ||||
| 津野町郷土資料館 | ||||
| 牧野富太郎ふるさと館 | ||||
| 面河山岳博物館 | ||||
| 高知市立龍馬の生まれたまち記念館 | ||||
| 高知市立龍馬の生まれたまち記念館 | ||||
| 高知県懐徳館 | ||||
| 高知県懐徳館 |
Libraries in Sakawa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| いの町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| メディアの森（総合情報センター（図書館）） | 0.0 | |||||
| メディアの森（総合情報センター（図書館）） | 0.0 | |||||
| 佐川町立図書館さくと | 0.0 | |||||
| 土佐市立市民図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 土佐市立市民図書館宇佐分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 土佐市立市民図書館戸波分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 日高村立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 春野町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 春野町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 本の森図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 津野町立図書館 かわうそ館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 特定非営利活動法人高知こどもの図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 特定非営利活動法人高知こどもの図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 須崎市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高知市立旭市民図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高知市立旭市民図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高知県立公文書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高知県立大学 総合情報センター 永国寺図書館/高知工科大学 附属情報図書館 (永国寺キャンパス) | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sakawa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kure Taisho-machi Market |
Restaurants in Sakawa
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sakawa
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Sakawa
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Sakawa
5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sakawa
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Sakawa
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sakawa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| 日本トーターりょうまスタジアム | ||
| 高知球場 | ||
| 高知競馬場 (Kōchi Racecourse) |
Ski Resorts Near Sakawa
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOL-FA Oda ski slopes | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kuma Ski Land | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ishizuchi SKi & Snowbaord Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ikawa Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Sakawa
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kochi Ryoma Airport | KCZ | Large Airport |
| Matsuyama Airport | MYJ | Large Airport |
| Takamatsu Airport | TAK | Large Airport |
| Agawa Skypark Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sakawa
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Heha Post Office | |
| Ogawa Post Office | |
| Sakawa Fujimi Post Office | |
| Sakawa Post Office | |
| Togano Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Sakawa
8 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| 土佐整形外科 | ||
| 山村会山村病院 | ||
| 旦龍会町田病院 | ||
| 旭仁会森病院 | ||
| 治久会もみのき病院 | ||
| 産研会上町病院 | ||
| 高橋会高知いちょう病院 | ||
| 高知県立療育福祉センター |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sakawa
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 五所神社 | |
| 大峰白皇神社 | |
| 片田神社 | |
| 谷地穴地蔵 | |
| 金峰神社 | |
| 龍馬神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sakawa
What is the population of Sakawa?
Sakawa has a population of 13,223 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 340 people per square mile, spread across 38.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Sakawa expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,800, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $64,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $320 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 Sakawa?
Sakawa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 188 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 82.1 inches.
How is the job market in Sakawa?
The job market in Sakawa is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 423 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Sakawa?
The median home value in Sakawa is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.