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Shōyama, Japan
Tottori · Japan
Shōyama is a small town in Tottori, Japan with a population of 4,196. Elevation: 1,339 ft (408 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
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About Shōyama
Shōyama Station is a passenger railway station located in the town of Nichinan, Tottori Prefecture, Japan. It is operated by the West Japan Railway Company.
People
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| Population | 4,196 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,339 ft (408 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.1667°, 133.3167° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Tottori |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.3 inches (1,683 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.7 inches (20 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,600 |
| Median Age | 50.2 years |
About Shōyama
Shōyama is a small town in Japan (Tottori) with a population of 4,196. The city sits at an elevation of 1,339 feet (408 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Shōyama vs Japan Average
Income: Shōyama vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,600 |
| 63% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 134 |
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 | 1,678 |
Property Tax
Climate in Shōyama
Shōyama has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1793 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 216 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,339 ft (408 m) |
| Area | 148.8 sq mi (385.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1667°N, 133.3167°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1026 | OFF MASUDA, SHIMANE PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 1,001 | 144 km |
| 1872 | SW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 804 | 124 km |
| 1711 | SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 1,000 | 115 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sanbesan (63 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sanbesan | Stratovolcano | 1,126 m (3,694 ft) | 650 | 63 km |
| Oki-Dogo | Shield | 151 m (495 ft) | Unknown | 112 km |
| Abu | Shield(s) | 641 m (2,103 ft) | -6850 | 173 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (1°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 5.3 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 8.5 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 8.3 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
Shōyama has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 34°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 66.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.5") and December the driest (3.4").
Schools in Shōyama
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立日南中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 日南町立石見東小学校跡 | — | — | — | — |
| 日南町立石見東小学校 花口分校跡 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立福栄小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新見市立千屋小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立神郷北小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 日南町立日南小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Shōyama
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Shōyama
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adachi Museum of Art | ||||
| 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） | ||||
| 大前ミニ美術館 | ||||
| 大山寺宝物館霊宝閣 | ||||
| 大山自然歴史観 | ||||
| 奥出雲たたらと刀剣館 | ||||
| 奥出雲鉄の彫刻美術館 | ||||
| 安来市立加納美術館 | ||||
| 安来市立歴史資料館 | ||||
| 安部榮四郎記念館 | ||||
| 新見美術館 | ||||
| 日南町美術館 | ||||
| 横田郷土資料館 | ||||
| 江府町歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| 金屋子神話民俗館 |
Libraries in Shōyama
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |||||
| 庄原市立図書館西城分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新見市立哲西図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新見市立新見図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 日南町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 日野町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 江府町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shōyama
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 比田いきいき交流館 |
Hotels in Shōyama
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Shōyama
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Shōyama
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Shōyama
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Shōyama
4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shōyama
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Shōyama
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Shōyama
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Shōyama
11 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow Resort Nekoyama | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kotobiki Forest Park Ski Area | 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 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Shōyama
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hiroshima Airport | HIJ | Large Airport |
| Okayama Momotaro Airport | OKJ | Large Airport |
| Izumo Enmusubi Airport | IZO | Medium Airport |
| Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base | YGJ | Medium Airport |
| Hoei Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kasaoka Air Station | — | Small Airport |
| Kohnan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Suika Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Shōyama
11 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Abire Summary Post Office | |
| Chiya Post Office | |
| Inga Post Office | |
| Kamiiwami Post Office | |
| Nichinan Fukusake Post Office | |
| Nichinan Post Office | |
| Nizato Post Office | |
| Shoyama Post Office | |
| Tari Post Office | |
| Yamagami Post Office | |
| Yato Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shōyama
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 丸山神社 | |
| 大石見神社 | |
| 天理教伯備分教会 | |
| 徳雲寺 | |
| 栄福寺 | |
| 樂樂福神社 | |
| 生山神社 | |
| 福成神社 | |
| 福栄神社 | |
| 福重寺 | |
| 自照寺 | |
| 霞神社 |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Shōyama
What is the population of Shōyama?
Shōyama has a population of 4,196 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 148.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Shōyama expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,600, 63% 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 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Shōyama?
Shōyama has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.3 inches, with 7.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Shōyama?
The job market in Shōyama is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 134 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Shōyama?
The median home value in Shōyama is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.