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Shinjō, Japan

Okayama · Japan

Shinjō is a small town in Okayama, Japan with a population of 951. Elevation: 1,663 ft (507 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
951 Population 3/sq mi density
1,663 ft Elevation 507 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
70.0 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

Population951
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density3/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,800
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,000
Rent$380
Housing Units380

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain70.0 in/yr
Sunny Days209/yr
Elevation1,663 ft (507 m)
Population951
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation1,663 ft (507 m)
Coordinates35.1667°, 133.5667°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkayama
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation70.0 inches (1,779 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.6 inches (19 cm)
Median Household Income$30,800
Median Age48.6 years

About Shinjō

Shinjō is a small town in Japan (Okayama) with a population of 951. The city sits at an elevation of 1,663 feet (507 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Shinjō has a population of 951 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 315.7 square miles. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

951
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above Japan avg
315.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Shinjō vs Japan Average

The median household income in Shinjō 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 30 business establishments.

Income: Shinjō vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)30

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Shinjō 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 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 Units380

Property Tax

Shinjō experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,663 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below Japan avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days209 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,663 ft (507 m)
Area315.7 sq mi (817.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates35.1667°N, 133.5667°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.0"
84% above Japan avg
Snowfall 7.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.35"
Driest Month (Dec) 3.27"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

75 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 M6.9 147 km
Oct 6, 2000 8 km ESE of Matsue, Japan M6.7 51 km
Apr 12, 2013 6 km WNW of Sumoto, Japan M5.8 145 km
Apr 8, 2018 8 km NNE of ?dach?-?da, Japan M5.7 93 km
Aug 28, 1991 9 km SSW of Yasugich?, Japan M5.5 38 km
Oct 8, 2000 32 km N of Sh?bara, Japan M5.4 48 km
Sep 24, 2003 5 km WNW of Ayabe, Japan M5.4 149 km
Jan 11, 2001 15 km E of Tottori, Japan M5.3 83 km
Sep 16, 2002 24 km SW of Kurayoshi, Japan M5.3 13 km
Sep 3, 1997 21 km S of Yasugich?, Japan M5.3 32 km
Oct 8, 2000 8 km SSW of Yonago, Japan M5.2 32 km
Apr 26, 2007 15 km ESE of Niihama, Japan M5.1 141 km
Jan 16, 1995 20 km SW of Akashi, Japan M5.0 134 km
Jun 3, 2011 9 km ENE of G?tsuch?, Japan M5.0 114 km
Sep 28, 1990 24 km NNW of Kariya, Japan M4.9 68 km
Oct 4, 2011 14 km SW of Wakimachi, Japan M4.8 140 km
May 26, 2005 6 km SSW of Kan’onjich?, Japan M4.8 122 km
Apr 8, 2018 6 km S of ?dach?-?da, Japan M4.7 97 km
Jan 17, 1995 6 km ESE of Akashi, Japan M4.7 149 km
Oct 6, 2000 9 km S of Yonago, Japan M4.7 30 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 2 255 km
2018 Jebi Category 2 155 km
2018 Trami Category 1 232 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 121 km
2017 Noru Category 1 191 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 263 km
2015 Goni Category 3 233 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 250 km
2014 Halong Category 1 242 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 294 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 197 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 291 km
2007 Usagi Category 2 156 km
2007 Man-yi Category 1 283 km
2005 Nabi Category 1 206 km
2004 Songda Category 2 125 km
2004 Chaba Category 2 34 km
2003 Etau Category 2 148 km
1999 Bart Category 2 106 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 206 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.3 m (37 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1927 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 11.3 m 3,022 147 km
1872 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 3.0 m 804 146 km
1711 SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 1,000 104 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sanbesan (86 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sanbesan Stratovolcano 1,126 m (3,694 ft) 650 86 km
Oki-Dogo Shield 151 m (495 ft) Unknown 114 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 32°F (-0°C) 3.9 in
March 38°F (3°C) 4.5 in
April 49°F (9°C) 5.5 in
May 58°F (14°C) 5.9 in
June 65°F (18°C) 9.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 10.4 in Wettest
August 74°F (24°C) 6.6 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 8.8 in
October 56°F (13°C) 4.8 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.3 in Driest

Shinjō has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 32°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 70.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.4") and December the driest (3.3").

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Schools in Shinjō

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立二川小学校 - - - -
市立刑部小学校 - - - -
市立大佐中学校 - - - -
市立美甘中学校 - - - -
真庭市立美甘小学校 - - - -
新庄村立新庄中学校 - - - -
村立新庄小学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Shinjō

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Shinjō

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Tottori Flower Park
いにしえ横穴学習館
伯耆町立写真美術館(植田正治写真美術館)
勝山郷土資料館
大前ミニ美術館
大山寺宝物館霊宝閣
大山自然歴史観
新庄村歴史民俗資料館
新見美術館
江府町歴史民俗資料館
湯原温泉ミュージアム
祐生出会いの館
米子市埋蔵文化財センター
米子市福市考古資料館
蒜山郷土博物館
蒜山郷土館

Libraries in Shinjō

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Maniwa City Public Library0.0
おおさ総合センター図書コーナー0.0
キナルなんぶ0.0
伯耆町立溝口図書館0.0
倉吉市立せきがね図書館0.0
新見市立哲西図書館0.0
新見市立新見図書館0.0
日野町図書館0.0
江府町立図書館0.0

Hotels in Shinjō

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

旅館かど屋

Restaurants in Shinjō

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

しげや
ドライブイン新庄
農家レストラン 味好

Train Stations in Shinjō

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Osakabe

Ski Resorts Near Shinjō

11 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
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 - - -
Ski & Board Resort Tsuguro Kogen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hiruzen Bear Valley Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
OkuDaisen Ski resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kagamiganaru Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Daisen Masumizu Kogen Snow Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Daisen White Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Azo Koen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Shinjō

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hiroshima AirportHIJLarge Airport
Okayama Momotaro AirportOKJLarge Airport
Izumo Enmusubi AirportIZOMedium Airport
Tottori Sand Dunes Conan AirportTTJMedium Airport
Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air BaseYGJMedium Airport
JGSDF Nihonbara Airfield-Small Airport
Kasaoka Air Station-Small Airport
Kohnan Airport-Small Airport
Suika Airport-Small Airport
Yoshiigawa Eku Gliderport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Shinjō

6 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Futakawa Post Office
Kamiosakabe Summary Post Office
Mikamo Post Office
Nakafukuda Summary Post Office
Osakabe Post Office
Shinjo Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shinjō

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
愛宕神社

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Shinjō

What is the population of Shinjō?

Shinjō has a population of 951 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 315.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Shinjō 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 Shinjō?

Shinjō has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.0 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Shinjō?

The job market in Shinjō is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 30 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Shinjō?

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

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