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Shimokawauchi, Japan
Fukushima · Japan
Shimokawauchi is a small town in Fukushima, Japan with a population of 2,044. Elevation: 1,503 ft (458 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 2,044 |
| Population Density | 77 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,503 ft (458 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.3333°, 140.8333° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Fukushima |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.9 inches (1,343 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.1 inches (16 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,300 |
| Median Age | 50.2 years |
About Shimokawauchi
Shimokawauchi is a small town in Japan (Fukushima) with a population of 2,044. The city sits at an elevation of 1,503 feet (458 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Shimokawauchi vs Japan Average
Income: Shimokawauchi vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,300 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 65 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $68,000 |
| 76% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $340 |
| 71% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 818 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 240 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,503 ft (458 m) |
| Area | 26.4 sq mi (68.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 77/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.3333°N, 140.8333°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1835 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | — | 113 km |
| 2016 | E. COAST HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.4 m | — | 49 km |
| 1938 | OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 1.3 m | — | 87 km |
| 1938 | OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 1.3 m | — | 85 km |
| 1897 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 127 km |
| 1938 | JAPAN TRENCH | Earthquake | 0.8 m | — | 87 km |
| 1959 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.8 m | — | 122 km |
| 1938 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.8 m | — | 70 km |
| 1978 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 28 | 142 km |
| 1938 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 1 | 81 km |
| 1938 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 78 km |
| 1982 | IBARAKI, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 148 km |
| 2022 | OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 4 | 78 km |
| 1938 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 133 km |
| 1896 | KASHIMA, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 94 km |
| 2014 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 148 km |
| 2008 | OFF EAST COAST OF HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 124 km |
| 1938 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 127 km |
| 1935 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 96 km |
| 2021 | OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 1 | 93 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
14 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Adatarayama (60 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Adatarayama | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,728 m (5,669 ft) | 1996 | 60 km |
| Azumayama | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,949 m (6,394 ft) | 1977 | 69 km |
| Bandaisan | Stratovolcano | 1,816 m (5,958 ft) | 1888 | 74 km |
| Nasudake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,915 m (6,283 ft) | 1963 | 81 km |
| Zaozan [Zaosan] | Complex | 1,841 m (6,040 ft) | 1940 | 97 km |
| Takaharayama | Stratovolcano | 1,795 m (5,889 ft) | -4570 | 105 km |
| Numazawa | Shield | 835 m (2,740 ft) | -3400 | 113 km |
| Omanago Group | Lava dome(s) | 2,341 m (7,680 ft) | -3050 | 132 km |
| Nantaisan | Stratovolcano | 2,486 m (8,156 ft) | -9540 | 135 km |
| Nikko-Shiranesan | Shield | 2,578 m (8,458 ft) | 1952 | 142 km |
| Hiuchigatake | Stratovolcano | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | 1544 | 144 km |
| Naruko | Caldera | 470 m (1,542 ft) | 837 | 155 km |
| Akagisan | Stratovolcano | 1,828 m (5,997 ft) | Unknown | 169 km |
| Kurikomayama | Stratovolcano | 1,627 m (5,338 ft) | 1950 | 181 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 4.9 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 6.1 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 7.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 7.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 5.7 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 1.4 in |
Shimokawauchi has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 30°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.9") and January the driest (1.2").
Schools in Shimokawauchi
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| トワダ | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Shimokawauchi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Shimokawauchi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JAEA ALNALYSiS LAB. | ||||
| Kusano Shimpei Memorial Literature Centre | ||||
| The Great East Japan Earthquake and Nuclear Disaster Memorial Museum | ||||
| Ukedo Elementary School Memorial | ||||
| いわき市アンモナイトセンター | ||||
| 中間貯蔵事業情報センター | ||||
| 天地人館 | ||||
| 小高の歴史コーナー | ||||
| 廃炉資料館 |
Libraries in Shimokawauchi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ふれあい交流センター | 0.0 | |||||
| 四倉図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 富岡町図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shimokawauchi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 小高マルシェ |
Stadiums & Teams in Shimokawauchi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Shimokawauchi
11 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Listel Ski Fantasia | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Inawashiro Schanze | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Adatara Kogen Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Numajiri Ski | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nihonmatsu Shiozawa | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Minowa Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yokomuki Onsen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tengendai Kogen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kuriko International Ski & Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yonezawa Snow World | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Miyagi Zao Shichikashuku | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Shimokawauchi
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fukushima Airport | FKS | Medium Airport |
| Abukuma Flying Club Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fukushima (Iizaka) Skypark | — | Small Airport |
| Fukushima Robot Test Field Minamisoma Runway | — | Small Airport |
| Fukushima Robot Test Field Namie Runway | — | Small Airport |
| Juo Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kakuda Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Shimokawauchi
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kamikawauchi Post Office | |
| Kawauchi Post Office | |
| Miyakoji Post Office |
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What is the population of Shimokawauchi?
Shimokawauchi has a population of 2,044 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 77 people per square mile, spread across 26.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Shimokawauchi expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,300, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $68,000 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $340 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 Shimokawauchi?
Shimokawauchi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.9 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Shimokawauchi?
The job market in Shimokawauchi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 65 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Shimokawauchi?
The median home value in Shimokawauchi is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.