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Sato, Japan
Wakayama · Japan
Sato is a small city in Wakayama, Japan with a population of 5,364. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 5,364 |
| Population Density | 69 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.9603°, 135.1190° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Wakayama |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.7 inches (1,693 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 50.8 years |
About Sato
Sato is a small city in Japan (Wakayama) with a population of 5,364. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Sato vs Japan Average
Income: Sato vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,900 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 172 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $70,000 |
| 75% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $350 |
| 70% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 2,146 |
Property Tax
Climate in Sato
Sato 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 1434 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.5°F |
| 12% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 215 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 77.6 sq mi (201.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 69/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9603°N, 135.1190°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 28.0 m (92 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1854 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 28.0 m | 3,000 | 96 km |
| 1707 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 25.7 m | 5,000 | 90 km |
| 1605 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 5,000 | 109 km |
| 1946 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 6.6 m | 1,362 | 118 km |
| 1711 | SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 1,000 | 110 km |
| 1520 | KII, KUMANANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 116 km |
| 1510 | OSAKA BAY | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 76 km |
| 1403 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 131 km |
| 922 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 147 km |
| 1808 | E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 1.5 m | - | 30 km |
| 1948 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 106 km |
| 1995 | KOBE, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 6,434 | 70 km |
| 1791 | OASAKA BAY | Earthquake | - | - | 65 km |
| 1498 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | - | - | 52 km |
| 1361 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | - | 660 | 107 km |
| 1360 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | - | - | 118 km |
| 1331 | OFF TANABE, WAKAYAMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | - | - | 30 km |
| 1099 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | - | - | 113 km |
| 887 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | - | - | 108 km |
| 745 | OSAKA BAY, JAPAN | Earthquake | - | - | 73 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 6.3 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 6.7 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 6.8 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 9.9 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
Sato has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 42°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 66.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.0") and December the driest (1.9").
Schools in Sato
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立由良小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立由良中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 旧衣奈中学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sato
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Sato
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wakayama Prefectural Museum of Natural History | ||||
| 御坊市歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 旧栖原家 | ||||
| 有田川町鉄道交流館 | ||||
| 有田市郷土資料館 | ||||
| 海南市海南歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 湯浅おもちゃ博物館 | ||||
| 湯浅しょうゆ資料館角長の職入蔵 | ||||
| 熊野古道 歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 甚風呂 | ||||
| 職人蔵 | ||||
| 蒸気機関車 D51 1085号機 | ||||
| 醤油資料館 |
Libraries in Sato
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| みなべ町立図書館上南部分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| みなべ町立図書館中央館(ゆめよみ館) | 0.0 | |||||
| 和歌山県立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 和歌山県立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 地域交流センター ALEC | 0.0 | |||||
| 地域交流センター ALEC | 0.0 | |||||
| 御坊市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 海南nobinos | 0.0 | |||||
| 海南nobinos | 0.0 | |||||
| 海南市下津図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 海南市下津図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 湯浅町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 美浜町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 金屋町図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sato
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| とれたて広場 | |||||
| 株式会社 ユニ・ワールド 本社/営業本部 | |||||
| 黑潮市場 |
Hotels in Sato
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sato
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sato
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Sato
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sato
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voyager brewing co. | ||||
| Voyager brewing co. |
Stadiums & Teams in Sato
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sato
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kansai International Airport | KIX | Large Airport |
| Kobe Airport | UKB | Large Airport |
| Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air Base | TKS | Large Airport |
| Nanki Shirahama Airport | SHM | Medium Airport |
| Yao Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| JGSDF Shinodayama Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sato
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ena Post Office | |
| Haradani Summary Post Office | |
| Shirasaki Post Office | |
| Yura Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Sato
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| 福慈会福外科病院 | ||
| 福慈会福外科病院 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sato
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 衣奈八幡神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sato
What is the population of Sato?
Sato has a population of 5,364 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 69 people per square mile, spread across 77.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Sato expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,900, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $70,000 (75% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $350 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 Sato?
Sato enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.7 inches.
How is the job market in Sato?
The job market in Sato is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 172 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Sato?
The median home value in Sato is $70,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $350.