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Shimoda is a small city in Shizuoka, Japan with a population of 21,402. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
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About Shimoda
Shimoda is a city and port located in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 February 2024, the city had an estimated population of 19,670 in 10,436 households, and a population density of 188 persons per square kilometre. The total area of the city is 104.71 square kilometres (40.43 sq mi). In the 1850s, Japan was in political crisis over its increasing inability to maintain its national seclusion policy and the issue of what relations, if any, it should have with foreign powers. For a few years, Shimoda was central to this debate.
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| Population | 21,402 |
| Population Density | 529 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.6765°, 138.9446° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Shizuoka |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 80.2 inches (2,038 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,100 |
| Median Age | 49.0 years |
About Shimoda
Shimoda is a small city in Japan (Shizuoka) with a population of 21,402. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Shimoda vs Japan Average
Income: Shimoda vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $33,100 |
| 56% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 685 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $84,000 |
| 70% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $420 |
| 64% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 8,561 |
Property Tax
Climate in Shimoda
Shimoda 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 1875 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.6°F |
| 9% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 190 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 40.4 sq mi (104.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 529/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.6765°N, 138.9446°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 122 km |
| 1923 | SAGAMI BAY | Earthquake | 13.0 m | 105,385 | 69 km |
| 1703 | OFF SW BOSO PENINSULA | Earthquake | 11.7 m | 5,233 | 78 km |
| 1707 | ENSHUNADA | Earthquake | 11.0 m | 2,000 | 123 km |
| 1498 | ENSHUNADA SEA | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 5,000 | 108 km |
| 1495 | KAMAKURA, SAGAMI BAY, TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 200 | 69 km |
| 1855 | ENSHUNADA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 125 km |
| 1433 | OFF IZU-OSHIMA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 57 km |
| 2009 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 1 | 63 km |
| 1980 | HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 26 km |
| 1978 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 25 | 32 km |
| 1923 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 117 km |
| 1974 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 30 | 24 km |
| 1982 | S. OF HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 105 km |
| 1990 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 28 km |
| 2000 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 95 km |
| 2000 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 49 km |
| 2000 | KOZU-SHIMA ISLAND, HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 1 | 54 km |
| 1857 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 61 km |
| 1855 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | — | 6,757 | 133 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
13 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Izu-Tobu (29 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Izu-Tobu | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,406 m (4,613 ft) | 1989 | 29 km |
| Toshima | Stratovolcano | 508 m (1,667 ft) | -4550 | 35 km |
| Izu-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 758 m (2,487 ft) | 1990 | 41 km |
| Niijima | Lava dome(s) | 432 m (1,417 ft) | 886 | 43 km |
| Kozushima | Lava dome(s) | 572 m (1,877 ft) | 838 | 54 km |
| Hakoneyama | Complex | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | 2015 | 62 km |
| Fujisan | Stratovolcano | 3,776 m (12,388 ft) | 1708 | 79 km |
| Miyakejima | Stratovolcano | 775 m (2,543 ft) | 2010 | 84 km |
| Mikurajima | Stratovolcano | 851 m (2,792 ft) | -4100 | 108 km |
| Yokodake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,480 m (8,136 ft) | 1200 | 167 km |
| Hachijojima | Stratovolcano(es) | 854 m (2,802 ft) | 1606 | 187 km |
| Ontakesan | Complex | 3,067 m (10,062 ft) | 2014 | 190 km |
| Asamayama | Complex | 2,568 m (8,425 ft) | 2019 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 7.0 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 7.4 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 10.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 9.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 9.8 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 7.6 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.9 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
Shimoda has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 42°F in February to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 80.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.4") and December the driest (2.8").
Colleges & Universities in Shimoda
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tsukuba University Shimoda Coastal Experiment Center | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Shimoda
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shimoda Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Shimoda Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Shimoda Higashi Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Okamo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Asahi Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Shirahama Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Shimoda Coastal Laboratory (Nihon University) | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Shimoda
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Shimoda
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art Wood Wax Doll Museum and Mexico Museum | ||||
| Chinese Ceramic and Glass Museum Yanmo no Ki | ||||
| Chorakuji Temple Museum | ||||
| Dolls Museum "Soleil" | ||||
| Former Residence Of Ita | ||||
| Gyokusenji Temple Harris Memorial Museum | ||||
| Ikeda 20th Century Museum | ||||
| Ikeda Museum of 20th Century Art | ||||
| Ikeda Museum of 20th Century Art | ||||
| Izu Ammonite Museum | ||||
| Izu Antique Jewelry Museum | ||||
| Izu Music Box Museum | ||||
| Izu Teddy Bear Museum | ||||
| Izu-no-Chouhachi Museum | ||||
| Joukan-ji Chouhachi Memorial Hall | ||||
| Jyogasaki Cultural Museum (Omoshirio Museum) | ||||
| Kogane-zaki Crystal Park | ||||
| Meruhen-no-Mori Art Museum | ||||
| MoBS Museum of Black Ship | ||||
| Murakami Yasunari Art Museum | ||||
| Museum of Ivory and Stone Sculptures Jewelpia | ||||
| Nikuzuki Art Museum | ||||
| Renjyo Photo Memorial Museum | ||||
| Shimoda History Museum | ||||
| Suspicious Boys & Girls Museum | ||||
| The Cat Museum | ||||
| Tojin Okichi Memorial Museum | ||||
| Uehara Museum Of Buddhism Art | ||||
| Uehara Museum Of Modern Art | ||||
| Yuzo Kayama Museum |
Libraries in Shimoda
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Higashi Izu Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Izu City Toi Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kawazu Town Culture House | 0.0 | |||||
| Matsuzaki Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Minami Izu Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shimoda City Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Shimoda
16 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Shimoda
25 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Shimoda
11 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Shimoda
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Shimoda
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Shimoda
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Shimoda
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Shimoda
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Shimoda
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shimoda
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Shimoda
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Shimoda
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Shimoda
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| JASDF Shizuhama Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Miyakejima Airport | MYE | Medium Airport |
| Oshima Airport | OIM | Medium Airport |
| Fujikawa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Izu Flying Club Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kannami Glider Park | — | Small Airport |
| Kannami Hang Glider Landing Field | — | Small Airport |
| Kozushima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Miho Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Niijima Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Shimoda
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Shimoda Asahi Post Office | |
| Shimoda Kashiwazaki Post Office | |
| Shimoda Post Office | |
| Suzaki Simplified Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shimoda
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ebisujinja Shrine | |
| Gyokusenji | |
| Ikona Hime-no-Mikoto Shrine | |
| Ise Daijingu Shrine | |
| Iwamuro Shrine | |
| Ryosenji Temple | |
| Todenji Temple | |
| 住吉稲荷神社 | |
| 曹洞院 |
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What is the population of Shimoda?
Shimoda has a population of 21,402 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 529 people per square mile, spread across 40.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Shimoda expensive to live in?
The median household income is $33,100, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $84,000 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $420 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 Shimoda?
Shimoda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 190 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.2 inches.
How is the job market in Shimoda?
The job market in Shimoda is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 685 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Shimoda?
The median home value in Shimoda is $84,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $420.