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Shiromoto, Japan
Kagoshima · Japan
Shiromoto is a small city in Kagoshima, Japan with a population of 6,944. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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| Population | 6,944 |
| Population Density | 63 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.2408°, 130.7886° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Kagoshima |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 97.9 inches (2,487 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,600 |
| Median Age | 50.0 years |
About Shiromoto
Shiromoto is a small city in Japan (Kagoshima) with a population of 6,944. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 97.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Shiromoto vs Japan Average
Income: Shiromoto vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,600 |
| 65% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 222 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $64,000 |
| 77% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $320 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 2,778 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 168 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 110.8 sq mi (286.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 63/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.2408°N, 130.7886°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
18 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1780 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Astronomical | 6.0 m | — | 41 km |
| 1662 | HIUGANADA | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 200 | 126 km |
| 1914 | SEIKAIDO | Eruption | 3.0 m | 63 | 39 km |
| 1929 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.7 m | — | 143 km |
| 1961 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.7 m | 2 | 104 km |
| 1996 | KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 96 km |
| 2024 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 88 km |
| 1970 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 137 km |
| 1899 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 136 km |
| 2025 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 97 km |
| 1996 | KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 80 km |
| 1996 | SEA OF JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 79 km |
| 1987 | KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 2 | 133 km |
| 1781 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Astronomical | — | 38 | 39 km |
| 1780 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 41 km |
| 1619 | YATSUSHIRO, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | — | 141 km |
| 766 | N. KAGOSHIMA BAY | Astronomical | — | — | 41 km |
| 744 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | — | 1,520 | 132 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ata (21 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ata | Caldera(s) | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 885 | 21 km |
| Aira | Caldera | 1,117 m (3,665 ft) | 2020 | 41 km |
| Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike | Maar(s) | 40 m (131 ft) | -6200 | 62 km |
| Kikai | Caldera | 704 m (2,310 ft) | 2020 | 68 km |
| Kirishimayama | Shield | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2018 | 77 km |
| Kuchinoerabujima | Stratovolcano(es) | 657 m (2,156 ft) | 2020 | 104 km |
| Kuchinoshima | Stratovolcano(es) | 628 m (2,060 ft) | 1190 | 164 km |
| Unzendake | Complex | 1,483 m (4,865 ft) | 1996 | 175 km |
| Nakanoshima | Stratovolcano(es) | 979 m (3,212 ft) | 1914 | 178 km |
| Asosan | Caldera | 1,592 m (5,223 ft) | 2020 | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (6°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 6.9 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 8.9 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 10.9 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 17.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 12.9 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 9.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 8.9 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 47°F (9°C) | 3.6 in |
Shiromoto has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 44°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 97.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (17.9") and January the driest (3.6").
Schools in Shiromoto
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立城内小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立大根占中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立大根占小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立宿利原中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立宿利原小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立神川中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立神川小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Shiromoto
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Shiromoto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Historical Museum of Kanoya Air Base | ||||
| Ibusuki City Archaeological Museum Jiyukan COCCO Hashimure | ||||
| 吾平町鉄道資料館 | ||||
| 岩崎美術館 | ||||
| 岩崎美術館 | ||||
| 指宿神社宝物館 | ||||
| 枚聞神社宝物館 | ||||
| 王子遺跡資料館 | ||||
| 肝付町歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 薩摩伝承館 | ||||
| 薩摩伝承館 | ||||
| 鹿屋市鉄道記念館 |
Libraries in Shiromoto
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 南大隅町根占図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 垂水市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 大崎町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 山川町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 指宿市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 鹿屋市立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shiromoto
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 横村青果指宿地方卸売市場 |
Restaurants in Shiromoto
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shiromoto
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Shiromoto
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kagoshima Airport | KOJ | Large Airport |
| Miyazaki Airport | KMI | Large Airport |
| JMSDF Kanoya Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| New Tanegashima Airport | TNE | Medium Airport |
| Mageshima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Satsuma Iōjima Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Shiromoto
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 大根占郵便局 | |
| 大隅池田簡易郵便局 | |
| 宿利原簡易郵便局 | |
| 神川郵便局 | |
| 花ノ木簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shiromoto
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 旗山神社 | |
| 諏訪神社 | |
| 高尾神社 |
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What is the population of Shiromoto?
Shiromoto has a population of 6,944 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 63 people per square mile, spread across 110.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Shiromoto expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,600, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $64,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $320 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 Shiromoto?
Shiromoto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 168 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 97.9 inches.
How is the job market in Shiromoto?
The job market in Shiromoto is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 222 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Shiromoto?
The median home value in Shiromoto is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.