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Shimoikehara, Japan
Nara · Japan
Shimoikehara is a small town in Nara, Japan with a population of 753. Elevation: 702 ft (214 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 753 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 702 ft (214 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.0373°, 135.9660° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Nara |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 86.9 inches (2,208 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.9 inches (15 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $31,600 |
| Median Age | 49.4 years |
About Shimoikehara
Shimoikehara is a small town in Japan (Nara) with a population of 753. The city sits at an elevation of 702 feet (214 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 86.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Shimoikehara vs Japan Average
Income: Shimoikehara vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,600 |
| 58% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 24 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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 Units | 301 |
Property Tax
Climate in Shimoikehara
Shimoikehara 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.2°F |
| 3% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 178 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 702 ft (214 m) |
| Area | 144.2 sq mi (373.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.0373°N, 135.9660°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 | 137 km |
| 1707 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 25.7 m | 5,000 | 143 km |
| 1944 | OFF SOUTHEAST COAST KII PENINSULA | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 1,223 | 105 km |
| 1096 | ENSHUNADA | Earthquake | 7.0 m | - | 141 km |
| 1946 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 6.6 m | 1,362 | 102 km |
| 1520 | KII, KUMANANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 58 km |
| 1510 | OSAKA BAY | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 81 km |
| 1408 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 90 km |
| 1403 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 62 km |
| 922 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 73 km |
| 1808 | E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 1.5 m | - | 109 km |
| 1945 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 2,306 | 135 km |
| 2004 | SOUTH COAST HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | - | 140 km |
| 2004 | SOUTH COAST HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 123 km |
| 1948 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 110 km |
| 1995 | KOBE, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 6,434 | 103 km |
| 1791 | OASAKA BAY | Earthquake | - | - | 73 km |
| 1708 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | - | - | 95 km |
| 1666 | AICHI PREFECTURE | Earthquake | - | - | 132 km |
| 1586 | ISE BAY | Earthquake | - | 8,000 | 132 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 5.5 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 8.0 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 8.5 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 12.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 10.7 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 10.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 11.6 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 7.2 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
Shimoikehara has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 33°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 86.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.6") and December the driest (2.3").
Schools in Shimoikehara
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 市立神上中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 北山村立北山中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 村立北山小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 村立下北山小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 下北山保育所 | - | - | - | - |
| 村立上北山小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立五郷小学校・中学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Shimoikehara
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Shimoikehara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kumano Hongu Heritage Center | ||||
| Kumano Hongu Heritage Center | ||||
| Treasure Hall | ||||
| むかし館 | ||||
| 十津川村歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 天川村洞川エコミュージアムセンター | ||||
| 天川村立資料館 | ||||
| 天文科学館 | ||||
| 尾鷲市立中央公民館郷土室 | ||||
| 山上ケ岳歴史博物館 | ||||
| 熊野市歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 熊野市紀和鉱山資料館 |
Libraries in Shimoikehara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 尾鷲市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 熊野市立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shimoikehara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 浜峰ひもの店 浜街道店 | |||||
| 紀北青果市場 |
Gas Stations in Shimoikehara
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Shimoikehara
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Shimoikehara
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kansai International Airport | KIX | Large Airport |
| Kobe Airport | UKB | Large Airport |
| Osaka Itami International Airport | ITM | Large Airport |
| Nanki Shirahama Airport | SHM | Medium Airport |
| Yao Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Ichishicho Gliderport | - | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Akeno Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Shinodayama Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kushidagawa Gliderport | - | Small Airport |
| Ryu's Skypark | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Shimoikehara
9 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Isato Post Office | |
| Kamiikehara Post Office | |
| Kamikawa Post Office | |
| Kamikitayama Post Office | |
| Kuwabara Summary Post Office | |
| Ogawa Summary Post Office | |
| Onuma Post Office | |
| Shimokitayama Post Office | |
| Teradani Summary Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shimoikehara
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 住吉神社 | |
| 天理教 北佐分教会 | |
| 天理教 池原分教会 | |
| 天理教 眞分教会 | |
| 明神池拝所 | |
| 曹洞宗普門寺 児島天龍 | |
| 正法寺 | |
| 池神社 | |
| 神道日天教元教会 | |
| 稲荷 | |
| 竜岩寺 | |
| 金光教 |
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What is the population of Shimoikehara?
Shimoikehara has a population of 753 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 144.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Shimoikehara expensive to live in?
The median household income is $31,600, 58% 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 Shimoikehara?
Shimoikehara has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 86.9 inches, with 5.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Shimoikehara?
The job market in Shimoikehara is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 24 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Shimoikehara?
The median home value in Shimoikehara is $80,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.