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Saki, Japan

Mie · Japan

Saki is a small city in Mie, Japan with a population of 7,815. Elevation: 646 ft (197 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
7,815 Population 35/sq mi density
646 ft Elevation 197 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
80.3 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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About Saki

Saki

Saki (咲-Saki-) is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Ritz Kobayashi. The story revolves around a first-year high school girl named Saki Miyanaga who is brought into the competitive world of mahjong by another first-year, Nodoka Haramura. The manga has been serialized in Square Enix's Young Gangan since February 3, 2006 and is licensed in English by Yen Press. A 25-episode anime adaptation by Gonzo aired between April and September 2009 on TV Tokyo.

People

Population7,815
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density35/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,200
Unemployment2.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$400
Housing Units3,126

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain80.3 in/yr
Sunny Days190/yr
Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Population7,815
Population Density35 / sq mi
Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Coordinates34.2978°, 136.3931°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceMie
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation80.3 inches (2,040 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,200
Median Age48.8 years

About Saki

Saki is a small city in Japan (Mie) with a population of 7,815. The city sits at an elevation of 646 feet (197 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Saki has a population of 7,815 with a density of 35 people per square mile, spread across 225.9 square miles. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,815
Total Population
35
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above Japan avg
225.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Saki vs Japan Average

The median household income in Saki 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 250 business establishments.

Income: Saki vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)250

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Saki 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 3,126 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 Units3,126

Property Tax

Climate in Saki

Saki has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.2°C), the coldest is Jan (6.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 3772 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6.6°C / 44°F 1.9° / 11.4° 129.6
Feb 7.2°C / 45°F 2.1° / 12.4° 107.1
Mar 10.1°C / 50°F 5° / 15.2° 227.8
Apr 14.8°C / 59°F 9.9° / 19.6° 260.1
May 18.9°C / 66°F 14.6° / 23.2° 391.4
Jun 22.2°C / 72°F 18.7° / 25.7° 407.6
Jul 26.2°C / 79°F 22.6° / 29.8° 401.8
Aug 27.2°C / 81°F 23.4° / 31° 425.9
Sep 24.2°C / 76°F 20.6° / 27.8° 700.5
Oct 19°C / 66°F 14.8° / 23.3° 413.0
Nov 13.9°C / 57°F 9.1° / 18.7° 206.6
Dec 8.8°C / 48°F 3.9° / 13.7° 100.8
Saki enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 190 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 80.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 646 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above Japan avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days190 days/yr

Geography

Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Area225.9 sq mi (585.2 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates34.2978°N, 136.3931°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 80.3"
111% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.46"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

667 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 17, 2025.

Sep 5, 2004 118 km ESE of Shing?, Japan M7.4 139 km
Sep 5, 2004 94 km SE of Shing?, Japan M7.2 138 km
Jan 16, 1995 8 km S of Akashi, Japan M6.9 130 km
Sep 6, 2004 129 km ESE of Shing?, Japan M6.6 144 km
Sep 5, 2004 119 km ESE of Shing?, Japan M6.5 138 km
Sep 8, 2004 130 km ESE of Shing?, Japan M6.1 149 km
Jul 7, 1995 62 km SSE of Toba, Japan M6.0 77 km
Apr 1, 2016 54 km SE of Shing?, Japan M5.9 102 km
Jun 1, 1998 17 km SW of Owase, Japan M5.8 49 km
Apr 12, 2013 6 km WNW of Sumoto, Japan M5.8 144 km
Feb 26, 2025 38 km ESE of Shingū, Japan M5.8 77 km
May 23, 1997 38 km SSE of Tahara, Japan M5.8 101 km
Aug 20, 1999 22 km SE of Kainan, Japan M5.7 96 km
Sep 5, 2004 93 km SE of Shing?, Japan M5.7 123 km
Mar 16, 1997 5 km NE of Toyokawa, Japan M5.6 114 km
Sep 7, 2004 116 km ESE of Shing?, Japan M5.6 135 km
Sep 10, 2004 88 km SSE of Shing?, Japan M5.6 138 km
Oct 18, 1996 102 km SSE of Toba, Japan M5.6 115 km
Feb 22, 2005 124 km ESE of Shing?, Japan M5.6 143 km
Nov 18, 2013 25 km SE of Toba, Japan M5.6 60 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Nakri Category 1 280 km
2023 Lan Category 2 92 km
2019 Faxai Category 4 241 km
2019 Hagibis Category 2 179 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 137 km
2018 Trami Category 1 99 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 159 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 69 km
2017 Lan Category 2 125 km
2017 Noru Category 1 124 km
2016 Mindulle Category 1 285 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 242 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 53 km
2013 Wipha Category 1 278 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 234 km
2011 Roke Category 4 58 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 183 km
2010 Chaba Category 1 244 km
2009 Melor Category 1 38 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 100 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 1,000 143 km
1707 ENSHUNADA Earthquake 11.0 m 2,000 131 km
1944 OFF SOUTHEAST COAST KII PENINSULA Earthquake 10.0 m 1,223 73 km
1096 ENSHUNADA Earthquake 7.0 m - 107 km
1946 HONSHU: S COAST Earthquake 6.6 m 1,362 138 km
1855 ENSHUNADA Earthquake 3.0 m - 113 km
1520 KII, KUMANANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 78 km
1510 OSAKA BAY Earthquake 2.0 m - 97 km
1408 KUMANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 72 km
1403 KUMANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 67 km
922 KUMANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 62 km
1909 ANEGAWA, JAPAN Earthquake 1.8 m 41 123 km
1945 TOKAIDO Earthquake 1.0 m 2,306 86 km
2004 SOUTH COAST HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.9 m - 139 km
2004 SOUTH COAST HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.6 m - 138 km
1995 KOBE, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 6,434 126 km
1791 OASAKA BAY Earthquake - - 94 km
1708 TOKAIDO Earthquake - - 65 km
1666 AICHI PREFECTURE Earthquake - - 87 km
1586 ISE BAY Earthquake - 8,000 87 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in
March 46°F (8°C) 5.2 in
April 55°F (13°C) 7.2 in
May 62°F (17°C) 7.3 in
June 69°F (21°C) 11.1 in
July 76°F (24°C) 9.1 in
August 78°F (25°C) 8.9 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 11.5 in Wettest
October 62°F (17°C) 7.9 in
November 53°F (12°C) 4.5 in
December 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in Driest

Saki has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 40°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 80.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.5") and December the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Saki

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
町立南島西中学校 - - - -
町立吉津小学校 - - - -
町立大内山中学校 - - - -
町立大内山小学校 - - - -
町立島津小学校 - - - -
町立東小学校 - - - -
大紀町立大紀中学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Saki

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Saki

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Saiku Historical Museum
おおみや昆虫館
大紀町郷土資料館
天文科学館
尾鷲市立中央公民館郷土室
村山龍平記念館
海山郷土資料館
美杉ふるさと資料館

Libraries in Saki

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
勢和村立図書館0.0
多気町立図書館0.0
大台町立図書館0.0
尾鷲市立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Saki

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
紀北青果市場

Zoos in Saki

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

大内山動物園

Train Stations in Saki

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aso
Ise-Kashiwazaki
Ōuchiyama
Umegadani

Gas Stations in Saki

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JA-SS

Airports Near Saki

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chubu Centrair International AirportNGOLarge Airport
Ichishicho Gliderport-Small Airport
JGSDF Akeno Airfield-Small Airport
Kushidagawa Gliderport-Small Airport
Ryu's Skypark-Small Airport

Post Offices in Saki

9 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Aso Post Office
Kisei Post Office
Nanto Post Office
Ouchiyama Post Office
Ryonai Post Office
Shimazu Post Office
南島河内簡易郵便局
方座浦簡易郵便局
東宮簡易郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saki

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
龍祥寺

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 Saki

What is the population of Saki?

Saki has a population of 7,815 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 225.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Saki 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 Saki?

Saki enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 190 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.3 inches.

How is the job market in Saki?

The job market in Saki is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 250 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Saki?

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

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