Shirahama, Japan

Okinawa · Japan

Shirahama is a small town in Okinawa, Japan with a population of 3,942. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

3,942 Population 4/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
92.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone

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About Shirahama

Shirahama

Shirahama is a town in Nishimuro District, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 October 2021, the town had an estimated population of 20,704 in 11,024 households and a population density of 100 persons per km2. The total area of the town is 200.98 square kilometres (77.60 sq mi).

People

Population3,942
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain92.3 in/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population3,942
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates24.3610°, 123.7484°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkinawa
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation92.3 inches (2,344 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Shirahama

Shirahama is a small town in Japan (Okinawa) with a population of 3,942. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Shirahama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 92.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average73.3°F
36% above Japan avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area1,125.0 sq mi (2,913.8 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates24.3610°N, 123.7484°E
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 92.3"
143% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 9.84"
Driest Month (Mar) 5.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,744 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M5.5 on Aug 7, 2025.

Dec 18, 2001 62 km SSW of Yonakuni, Japan M6.8 112 km
Aug 17, 2009 114 km SW of Ishigaki, Japan M6.7 99 km
May 24, 1994 79 km SW of Yonakuni, Japan M6.6 139 km
Apr 20, 2015 75 km WSW of Yonakuni, Japan M6.4 146 km
Sep 28, 1992 52 km SW of Yonakuni, Japan M6.4 115 km
Mar 26, 2002 110 km S of Ishigaki, Japan M6.4 118 km
Oct 4, 2010 61 km SSW of Hirara, Japan M6.3 143 km
Feb 7, 2010 109 km SSW of Ishigaki, Japan M6.3 98 km
May 9, 2022 70 km SW of Yonakuni, Japan M6.2 133 km
May 23, 1994 57 km SW of Yonakuni, Japan M6.2 125 km
Apr 20, 2015 72 km SW of Yonakuni, Japan M6.1 136 km
Aug 17, 2009 120 km SSW of Ishigaki, Japan M6.1 107 km
Sep 30, 1990 62 km S of Hirara, Japan M6.1 149 km
Aug 5, 2009 66 km SSW of Hirara, Japan M6.1 137 km
Apr 20, 2015 69 km SW of Yonakuni, Japan M6.0 135 km
Mar 15, 1992 107 km SW of Ishigaki, Japan M5.9 92 km
Jul 28, 2006 57 km WSW of Yonakuni, Japan M5.9 126 km
Mar 18, 2022 147 km N of Ishigaki, Japan M5.9 148 km
Feb 22, 1999 Taiwan region M5.9 115 km
May 23, 1994 63 km SW of Yonakuni, Japan M5.9 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

121 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Podul (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Podul Category 2 265 km
2024 Gaemi Category 4 100 km
2024 Kong-rey Category 3 286 km
2023 Koinu Category 4 242 km
2023 Khanun Category 3 260 km
2023 Haikui Category 3 185 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 5 103 km
2022 Muifa Category 3 36 km
2021 Chanthu Category 3 139 km
2021 In-fa Category 2 132 km
2020 Hagupit Category 1 147 km
2019 Lekima Category 4 117 km
2019 Lingling Category 4 158 km
2019 Mitag Category 2 90 km
2018 Maria Category 3 108 km
2018 Trami Category 2 300 km
2017 Talim Category 4 209 km
2017 Nesat Category 2 143 km
2016 Nepartak Category 5 288 km
2016 Malakas Category 4 81 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 85.4 m (280 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1771 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 85.4 m 13,486 69 km
2001 TAIWAN Earthquake 0.2 m - 112 km
1966 E. TAIWAN-RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m 7 120 km
2002 JAPAN Earthquake 0.1 m - 118 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 6.7 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 6.1 in
March 67°F (19°C) 5.9 in Driest
April 72°F (22°C) 6.5 in
May 76°F (24°C) 8.5 in
June 80°F (27°C) 7.7 in
July 82°F (28°C) 7.5 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 9.8 in
September 80°F (27°C) 9.8 in Wettest
October 76°F (25°C) 9.1 in
November 71°F (22°C) 8.4 in
December 66°F (19°C) 6.3 in

Shirahama has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 63°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 92.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.8") and March the driest (5.9").

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Colleges & Universities in Shirahama

Institution Type Founded Website
東海大学沖縄地域研究センター 網取施設 University - Visit →
琉球大学熱帯生物圏研究センター・西表研究施設 University - ,

Schools in Shirahama

7 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
竹富町立船浮小学校 - - - -
Taketomi Town Funaura Junior High School - - - -
Taketomi Funauki Junior High School - - - -
Taketomi Town Uehara Elementary School - - - -
Taketomi Town Iriomote Elementary and Junior High Schools - - - -
Taketomi Town Shirahama Elementary School - - - -
Taketomi Town Funaura Junior High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Shirahama

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Shirahama

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Iriomote Wildlife Conservation Center

Hotels in Shirahama

16 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amayura
Eco Village
Hotel Blue Moon
Iriomote Island Hotel by Hoshino Resorts
Iriomotejima Jungle Hotel Painu Maya
Kanpira-sō
Moriya Iriomotejima
Resort Inn Iriomotejima
あけぼの館
うえはら館
マリンペンション・タイラ
みはらし旅館
民宿マリウド
竹盛旅館
竹盛旅館
西表ココナツビレッジ

Restaurants in Shirahama

11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Densa Restaurant
Hoshizuna Tei
inaba
Restaurant Hoshinosuna
Tamago
Tropical Dining Jeener
ハナイチ デアマール
ぶーの家
ぽけっとはうす
唐変木
新八食堂

Cafes in Shirahama

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Iriomote Cafe
Yurimina
なかゆくい
喫茶コピエ

Clinics in Shirahama

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Iriomotesebu Clinic

Bus Stations in Shirahama

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Uehara Port

Gas Stations in Shirahama

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

(有)西部石油商会 干立給油所
ENEOS
Uehara Service Station

Airports Near Shirahama

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
New Ishigaki AirportISGMedium Airport
Hateruma AirportHTRSmall Airport

Post Offices in Shirahama

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hatoma postoffice
Iriomotejima Post Office

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Waterfalls
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Waterfalls Near Shirahama

5 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Shirahama.

Name Description
Narano Falls
カンピレーの滝
ピナイサーラの滝 Height: 55
マヤグスクの滝
マリユドゥの滝 Height: 20

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 Shirahama

What is the population of Shirahama?

Shirahama has a population of 3,942 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,125.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shirahama?

Shirahama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 92.3 inches.

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