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Satoshō, Japan

Okayama · Japan

Satoshō is a small city in Okayama, Japan with a population of 10,950. Elevation: 328 ft (100 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
10,950 Population 1,596/sq mi density
328 ft Elevation 100 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
55.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$30,800 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$30,800 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,000 home value, $380/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population10,950
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density1,596/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,800
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,000
Rent$380
Housing Units4,380

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain55.0 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Population10,950
Population Density1,596 / sq mi
Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Coordinates34.5138°, 133.5569°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkayama
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation55.0 inches (1,397 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$30,800
Median Age48.6 years

About Satoshō

Satoshō is a small city in Japan (Okayama) with a population of 10,950. The city sits at an elevation of 328 feet (100 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Satoshō has a population of 10,950 with a density of 1,596 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

10,950
Total Population
1,596
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above Japan avg
6.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Satoshō vs Japan Average

The median household income in Satoshō is $30,800, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 350 business establishments.

Income: Satoshō vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,800
59% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)350

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Satoshō is $76,000, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $380 (67% below the national average of $1,163). There are 4,380 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$76,000
73% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$380
67% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units4,380

Property Tax

Climate in Satoshō

Satoshō 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 1089 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / 9.1° 24.9
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / 9.4° 55.6
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / 12.4° 89.4
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / 18.9° 100.2
May 0°C / 32°F - / 23.2° 108.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / 26.7° 206.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / 30.6° 160.3
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / 32.5° 72.4
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / 28.1° 135.3
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / 22.7° 67.4
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / 16.9° 48.4
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / 11.7° 19.4
Satoshō enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 328 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above Japan avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Geography

Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Area6.9 sq mi (17.8 km²)
Population Density1,596/sq mi
Coordinates34.5138°N, 133.5569°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.0"
45% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.82"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

126 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 29, 2025.

Jan 16, 1995 8 km S of Akashi, Japan M6.9 134 km
Mar 24, 2001 16 km SSW of Kure, Japan M6.8 106 km
Oct 6, 2000 8 km ESE of Matsue, Japan M6.7 112 km
Apr 12, 2013 6 km WNW of Sumoto, Japan M5.8 118 km
Apr 8, 2018 8 km NNE of ?dach?-?da, Japan M5.7 124 km
Aug 28, 1991 9 km SSW of Yasugich?, Japan M5.5 97 km
Oct 8, 2000 32 km N of Sh?bara, Japan M5.4 85 km
Jan 11, 2001 15 km E of Tottori, Japan M5.3 132 km
Sep 3, 1997 21 km S of Yasugich?, Japan M5.3 85 km
Sep 16, 2002 24 km SW of Kurayoshi, Japan M5.3 83 km
Oct 8, 2000 8 km SSW of Yonago, Japan M5.2 97 km
Mar 25, 2001 22 km WNW of H?j?, Japan M5.2 108 km
Mar 13, 2019 22 km ESE of Anan, Japan M5.2 143 km
Apr 26, 2007 15 km ESE of Niihama, Japan M5.1 69 km
Jan 16, 1995 20 km SW of Akashi, Japan M5.0 117 km
Jun 3, 2011 9 km ENE of G?tsuch?, Japan M5.0 126 km
Jun 16, 2022 5 km S of Komatsushimach?, Japan M4.9 112 km
Feb 26, 2024 18 km N of Yawatahama, Japan M4.9 145 km
Aug 22, 1994 39 km S of Anan, Japan M4.9 143 km
Sep 28, 1990 24 km NNW of Kariya, Japan M4.9 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

48 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Lan (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 2 217 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 1 291 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 125 km
2018 Trami Category 1 166 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 105 km
2017 Noru Category 1 134 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 191 km
2015 Goni Category 3 246 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 182 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 240 km
2014 Halong Category 1 170 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 247 km
2011 Roke Category 3 282 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 132 km
2009 Melor Category 1 277 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 228 km
2007 Usagi Category 2 187 km
2007 Man-yi Category 1 214 km
2006 Shanshan Category 1 296 km
2005 Nabi Category 1 216 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1872 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 3.0 m 804 149 km
1711 SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 1,000 47 km
1808 E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 1.5 m - 133 km
1995 KOBE, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 6,434 139 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sanbesan (110 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sanbesan Stratovolcano 1,126 m (3,694 ft) 650 110 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 179 km
Oki-Dogo Shield 151 m (495 ft) Unknown 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.4 in
April 55°F (13°C) 5.2 in
May 64°F (18°C) 5.5 in
June 71°F (22°C) 8.8 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 8.0 in
August 81°F (27°C) 4.5 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 7.8 in
October 62°F (17°C) 4.2 in
November 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
December 43°F (6°C) 1.3 in Driest

Satoshō has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 39°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.8") and December the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Satoshō

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
今井小学校 - - - -
吉田小学校 - - - -
市立今井小学校 - - - -
市立吉田小学校 - - - -
市立大島東小学校 - - - -
市立新吉中学校 - - - -
町立里庄中学校 - - - -
市立大島中学校 - - - -
浅口市立寄島中学校 - - - -
浅口市立寄島小学校 - - - -
町立里庄西小学校 - - - -
町立里庄東小学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Satoshō

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Satoshō

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bisei Astronomical Observatory
Fukuyama Auto & Clock Museum
Ivy College
K’s LABO
Kagami Yagura
Kurashiki Archaeological Museum
Kurashiki City History and Folklore Museum
Kurashiki Insectarium
Kurashiki Local History Museum
Kurashiki Museum of Folkcraft
Marugame Genichiro-Inokuma Museum of Contemporary Art
Moforu Furusato History Centre
Music Box Museum
Nakatsu Banshoen and Marugame Museum of Art
Nozaki's Historical Museum
Ohara Art Museum Crafts - Toyokan
Ohara Museum of Art
Ohara Museum of Art Kojima Torajiro Memorial Hall
Ohara Museum of Art Main Building
Okayama Astronomical Museum
Soja Kibiji Bunka-kan Art Gallery
The Museum
Tomonoura Museum of History and Folklore
Tribune Museum
UKIYO-E KURASHIKI
いがらしゆみこ美術館
いろは丸展示館
きび美ミュージアム
しぶや美術館
ふくやま文学館
ふくやま書道美術館
ふくやま美術館
ふくろう美術館
プラネタリウム&科学館 Planetarium
まちづくり博物館
やかげ郷土美術館
ワコーミュージアム
中世夢が原
中川美術館
丸亀市立資料館
丸亀平井美術館
井原市立田中美術館
井原市芳井歴史民俗資料館
倉敷アイビースクエア
倉敷ゲゲゲの妖怪館
倉敷埋蔵文化財センター
倉敷市立美術館
倉敷市立自然史博物館
倉紡記念館
原澄治・本田實記念館
古代まほろば館
吉備考古館
国際聚蔵館(歌舞藍)
大原美術館 分館
大原美術館 別館
大山名人記念館
太陽美術館
少林寺拳法発祥の地記念館
広島県立歴史博物館
弥勒之里美術館
星野仙一記念館
桃太郎のからくり博物館
正覚院(山寺)宝物館
水谷公記念館
玉島海洋資料館
福山市神辺歴史民俗資料館
福田歴史民俗資料館
竹橋美術館
笠岡市井笠鉄道記念館(旧井笠鉄道新山駅)
笠岡市立カブトガニ博物館
笠岡市立竹喬美術館
笠岡市立郷土館
粟島海洋記念館
総社市まちかど郷土館
荻野美術館
菅茶山記念館
遊び心の美術館古意庵
鞆の津ミュージアム
高梁市吉備川上ふれあい漫画美術館
鴨方郷土資料館

Libraries in Satoshō

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
4号館0.0
9号館/図書館0.0
ライフパーク倉敷 図書室0.0
丸亀まちライブラリー ブックがる0.0
丸亀市立中央図書館0.0
井原市立井原図書館0.0
井原市立井原図書館0.0
井原市芳井図書館0.0
倉敷市立中央図書館 Library0.0
倉敷市立児島図書館0.0
倉敷市立水島図書館0.0
倉敷市立玉島図書館0.0
倉敷市立真備図書館0.0
倉敷市立船穂図書館0.0
多度津町立明徳会図書館0.0
岡山市立足守図書館0.0
岡山県立大学附属図書館0.0
矢掛町立図書館0.0
福山市かんなべ図書館0.0
福山市かんなべ図書館0.0
福山市中央図書館0.0
福山市北部図書館0.0
福山市北部図書館0.0
福山市東部図書館0.0
福山市東部図書館0.0
福山市沼隈図書館0.0
笠岡市立図書館0.0
総社市図書館0.0
里庄町立図書館0.0
金光さつき図書館0.0
金光図書館0.0
鴨方町立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Satoshō

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
倉敷卸売市場
倉敷路地市庭
広島県東部花き地方卸売市場
星の郷美星産直プラザ
玉島魚市場
福山地方卸売市場
笠岡総合卸売市場
笠岡魚市場
香川県中部青果

Restaurants in Satoshō

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Joyfull
ななつや
中華そば たなか
四季旺
鳥周
鳥屋楓

Cafes in Satoshō

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Yoshitune
つむぐり

Train Stations in Satoshō

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Satoshō

Gas Stations in Satoshō

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kygnus
Showa Shell
SOLATO セルフ新賀 SS

Stadiums & Teams in Satoshō

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Ski Resorts Near Satoshō

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ikawa Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Snow Resort Nekoyama 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Dogoyama-Kougen Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kenmin no Mori Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ibukinosato Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Satoshō

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hiroshima AirportHIJLarge Airport
Okayama Momotaro AirportOKJLarge Airport
Takamatsu AirportTAKLarge Airport
JGSDF Nihonbara Airfield-Small Airport
Kasaoka Air Station-Small Airport
Kohnan Airport-Small Airport
Yoshiigawa Eku Gliderport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Satoshō

7 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kasaoka Imadate Summary Post Office
Kasaoka Oshima Post Office
Kasaoka Yoshida Summary Post Office
Nishioshima Post Office
Satosho Post Office
Shinga Post Office
Yorishima Post Office

Treatment Centers in Satoshō

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
アートライフあしもり
さいきじんクリニック
ザグスタ
ぴ~ちデイ
創心會 水島地域リハビリケアセンター

Churches & Religious Organizations in Satoshō

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
安倉八幡神社
箱田山神社
龍城院

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 Satoshō

What is the population of Satoshō?

Satoshō has a population of 10,950 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 1,596 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Satoshō expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,800, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $76,000 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $380 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 Satoshō?

Satoshō enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.0 inches.

How is the job market in Satoshō?

The job market in Satoshō is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 350 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Satoshō?

The median home value in Satoshō is $76,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $380.

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