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Shido, Japan

Kagawa · Japan

Shido is a mid-size city in Kagawa, Japan with a population of 47,003. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
47,003 Population 380/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
63.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$29,800 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$29,800 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,000 home value, $360/mo rent

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About Shido

Shido

Shido is a community and former town, currently part of Sanuki City, Kagawa Prefecture, Japan. Shido is in the eastern part of the prefecture facing Sanuki Bay, an inlet of the Seto Inland Sea, to the north.

People

Population47,003
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density380/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$29,800
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,000
Rent$360
Housing Units18,801

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain63.3 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population47,003
Population Density380 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates34.3233°, 134.1733°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKagawa
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation63.3 inches (1,608 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$29,800
Median Age49.8 years

About Shido

Shido is a mid-size city in Japan (Kagawa) with a population of 47,003. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Shido has a population of 47,003 with a density of 380 people per square mile, spread across 123.8 square miles. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

47,003
Total Population
380
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above Japan avg
123.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Shido vs Japan Average

The median household income in Shido is $29,800, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,504 business establishments.

Income: Shido vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,800
60% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)1,504

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Shido is $72,000, 74% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $360 (69% below the national average of $1,163). There are 18,801 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,000
74% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$360
69% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units18,801

Property Tax

Climate in Shido

Shido has an average annual temperature of 16.9°C (62°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.9°C), the coldest is Jan (5.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1140 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.9°C / 43°F 2.1° / 9.7° 38.4
Feb 6.4°C / 44°F 2.2° / 10.5° 46.6
Mar 9.4°C / 49°F 4.9° / 14° 81.0
Apr 14.7°C / 58°F 9.7° / 19.7° 75.5
May 19.8°C / 68°F 15° / 24.7° 100.9
Jun 23.8°C / 75°F 19.9° / 27.6° 153.0
Jul 27.8°C / 82°F 24° / 31.6° 160.4
Aug 28.9°C / 84°F 25° / 32.8° 102.2
Sep 25°C / 77°F 21.3° / 28.8° 156.2
Oct 19.2°C / 67°F 15.1° / 23.2° 126.3
Nov 13.2°C / 56°F 9° / 17.5° 54.4
Dec 8.1°C / 47°F 4.1° / 12.1° 44.7
Shido enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above Japan avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area123.8 sq mi (320.6 km²)
Population Density380/sq mi
Coordinates34.3233°N, 134.1733°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.3"
67% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.20"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

208 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 83 km
Apr 12, 2013 6 km WNW of Sumoto, Japan M5.8 60 km
Aug 20, 1999 22 km SE of Kainan, Japan M5.7 118 km
Jun 17, 2018 near the south coast of western Honshu, Japan M5.5 145 km
Aug 28, 1991 9 km SSW of Yasugich?, Japan M5.5 143 km
Sep 24, 2003 5 km WNW of Ayabe, Japan M5.4 144 km
Oct 8, 2000 32 km N of Sh?bara, Japan M5.4 138 km
Sep 16, 2002 24 km SW of Kurayoshi, Japan M5.3 114 km
Jan 11, 2001 15 km E of Tottori, Japan M5.3 130 km
Sep 3, 1997 21 km S of Yasugich?, Japan M5.3 133 km
Mar 13, 2019 22 km ESE of Anan, Japan M5.2 85 km
Oct 8, 2000 8 km SSW of Yonago, Japan M5.2 140 km
Apr 26, 2007 15 km ESE of Niihama, Japan M5.1 81 km
Apr 14, 2000 10 km SSW of Tanabe, Japan M5.1 128 km
Oct 20, 1991 45 km SSW of Tanabe, Japan M5.1 148 km
Jan 16, 1995 20 km SW of Akashi, Japan M5.0 65 km
Jul 5, 2011 12 km NNW of Gob?, Japan M5.0 96 km
Jun 16, 2022 5 km S of Komatsushimach?, Japan M4.9 55 km
Sep 28, 1990 24 km NNW of Kariya, Japan M4.9 69 km
Feb 21, 2011 12 km NNW of Tanabe, Japan M4.9 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

48 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lan (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 2 157 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 67 km
2018 Trami Category 1 127 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 57 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 269 km
2017 Lan Category 2 298 km
2017 Noru Category 1 86 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 181 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 148 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 186 km
2014 Halong Category 1 168 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 203 km
2011 Roke Category 4 224 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 90 km
2009 Melor Category 1 224 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 182 km
2007 Usagi Category 2 247 km
2007 Man-yi Category 1 221 km
2005 Nabi Category 1 277 km
2004 Songda Category 2 210 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

9 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 5,000 138 km
1711 SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 1,000 16 km
1510 OSAKA BAY Earthquake 2.0 m - 117 km
1808 E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 1.5 m - 75 km
1995 KOBE, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 6,434 87 km
1791 OASAKA BAY Earthquake - - 114 km
1498 NANKAIDO Earthquake - - 132 km
1331 OFF TANABE, WAKAYAMA PREFECTURE Earthquake - - 117 km
745 OSAKA BAY, JAPAN Earthquake - - 108 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Sanbesan (168 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sanbesan Stratovolcano 1,126 m (3,694 ft) 650 168 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.3 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
April 55°F (13°C) 5.9 in
May 63°F (17°C) 6.3 in
June 70°F (21°C) 9.8 in
July 77°F (25°C) 7.8 in
August 79°F (26°C) 5.7 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 10.2 in Wettest
October 62°F (17°C) 5.1 in
November 52°F (11°C) 3.3 in
December 43°F (6°C) 1.4 in Driest

Shido has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 39°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 63.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.2") and December the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Shido

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立屋島東小学校 - - - -
市立志度小学校末分校 - - - -
市立牟礼小学校 - - - -
市立鴨部小学校 - - - -
高松市立庵治小学校 - - - -
Shido High School - - - -
Mure Minami Elementary School - - - -
Kagawa Prefectual Takamatsu Kita Junior High School and High School - - - -
Takamatsu Mure Kita Elementery School - - - -
Takamatsu Mure Junior High School - - - -
市立庵治中学校 - - - -
市立志度小学校 - - - -
市立造田小学校 - - - -
さぬき市立さぬき北小学校 - - - -
市立志度中学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Shido

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Shido

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ando Museum
Benesse House Beach
Benesse House Museum
Chichu Art Museum
Herb craft Milos
Hishionogogendai Museum
Inujima Seirensho Art Museum
Lee Ufan Museum
Les Archives du Cœur
Marukin Soy Sauce Factory
Megi House
Naoshima Neew Museum of Art
Naoshima New Museum of Art
Ogijima Lighthouse Museum
Onigashima Oninoyakata Museum
Sanuki City Henro Museum (Ohenro Exchange Salon)
Sanuki Folk Art Museum
Shikoku Mura Gallery
Shodoshima Yokai Museum
Takamatsu City Museum of Art
Takamatsu Heike Monogatari History Museum
Takamatsu Historical Archive
Teshima Art Museum
The Kagawa Museum
Tobias Rehberger
Valley Gallery
Yashima Temple Museum
Yokoo House
イサム・ノグチ庭園美術館 (Isamu Noguchi Garden Museum)
さぬき市歴史民俗資料館
さぬき市産業資料館
上板町立歴史民俗資料館
壺井栄文学館
天体望遠鏡博物館
左甚五郎美術館
左甚五郎美術館(閉館中)
平尾篤勇美術館
平賀源内先生遺品館
旧恵利家住宅
東かがわ市歴史民俗資料館
漆芸研究所
瀬戸内海歴史民俗資料館
犬島精錬所美術館
石の民俗資料館
神野郷土館
與田寺宝物館
讃岐国分寺跡資料館
郷土館
阿波和三盆糖資料館
阿波市立土成郷土歴史館
阿波市立市場歴史民俗資料館
香川大学博物館
香川県文化会館
香川県自然科学館
高松城陳列館
高松市立塩江美術館

Libraries in Shido

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kagawa Prefectual Library0.0
Ogijima Library0.0
Takamatsu City Library0.0
Takamatsu City Mure Library0.0
うみの図書館0.0
さぬき市寒川図書館0.0
さぬき市志度図書館0.0
三木町文化交流プラザ0.0
内海町立図書館0.0
国分寺町立図書館0.0
土庄町立中央図書館0.0
東かがわ市とらまる図書館0.0
玉野市立図書館0.0
阿波市立吉野笠井図書館0.0
阿波市立土成図書館0.0
阿波市立市場図書館0.0
阿波市立阿波図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Shido

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
新鮮市場きむら
新鮮市場きむら

Hotels in Shido

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

たいや旅館

Restaurants in Shido

9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Green India
Gusto
Omachi Pizza
Wabi Hidden Village Creative Cuisine
うどん 富士山
うどん本陣山田屋
おそばのちどり
まめちゃん
富士屋寿し

Cafes in Shido

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

cafe 茶蔵
CHOCOLAT CHOCOLAT Coffee
喫茶 道

Theatres in Shido

2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sanuki City Outdoor Music Square Teatron
源内音楽ホール(さぬき市志度音楽ホール)

Dentists in Shido

8 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JP #2007952539
JP #2007953099
JP #2007953220
やまだ歯科クリニック
中山歯科医院
晴里歯科医院
青田歯科
高橋歯科医院

Train Stations in Shido

15 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Furutakamatsu-Minami
Fusazaki
Hara
Kotoden-Shido
Omachi
Orange Town
Rokumanji
Sanuki-Mure
Shido
Shioya
Yakuri
Yakuri-Shinmichi
Yakuriguchi
八栗山上
八栗登山口

Gas Stations in Shido

14 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

apollostation
ENEOS
JP #10312595085
JP #1136429176
JP #2000655379
JP #2004060648
JP #2006133190
JP #2006133242
JP #2006133437
JP #2007953251
JP #2027441865
JP #2027442908
セルフJA SS
セルフ灯油

Banks in Shido

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JA香川県大川北部支部
香川県信用金庫
香川銀行
香川銀行

Gyms in Shido

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

さぬきスポーツジム

Golf Courses in Shido

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

屋島CC
志度CC

Breweries in Shido

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Setouchi Beer

Stadiums & Teams in Shido

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Shido

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Shido

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Okayama Momotaro AirportOKJLarge Airport
Takamatsu AirportTAKLarge Airport
Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air BaseTKSLarge Airport
JGSDF Aonogahara East Airstrip-Small Airport
JGSDF Aonogahara West Airstrip-Small Airport
Kasaoka Air Station-Small Airport
Kohnan Airport-Small Airport
Yoshiigawa Eku Gliderport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Shido

7 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Aji Post Office
Kamosho Post Office
Mure Post Office
Oda Post Office
Shido Post Office
Takamatsu Higashi Post Office
鴨部郵便局

Treatment Centers in Shido

21 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Mashima Internal Medicine/Cardiology Clinic
Senoo clinic
あきやまクリニック
こくぶ脳外科・内科クリニック
せとうちクリニック
ふくだ眼科クリニック
ヘルスケアオフィス
むらかわクリニック
やしまリハビリステーション
丸亀町アイクリニック
仏生山駅前診療所
喜樂整骨院
大西整形外科クリニック
屋島おおはら内科・消化器内科クリニック
岩部医院
綾田クリニック
野田医院
高松e眼科
高松内視鏡クリニック
高松市歯科救急医療センター
高松紺屋町クリニック

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shido

17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
85 Yakuri-ji
86 Shido-ji
Aizen-ji
Hama Shrine
Hara Hachiman Shrine
Jizo Temple
Omukaedaishi
Shodai-ji Temple
Torin Temple
塩竃神社
屋栗寺多宝堂
屋栗寺太子堂
松井神社
照面八幡宮
眞覚寺
蛭子神社
長ぞわい観音

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 Shido

What is the population of Shido?

Shido has a population of 47,003 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 380 people per square mile, spread across 123.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Shido expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,800, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $72,000 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $360 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 Shido?

Shido enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.3 inches.

How is the job market in Shido?

The job market in Shido is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,504 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Shido?

The median home value in Shido is $72,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $360.

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