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Takamori, Japan
Kumamoto · Japan
Takamori is a small city in Kumamoto, Japan with a population of 6,189. Elevation: 1,811 ft (552 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
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| Population | 6,189 |
| Population Density | 65 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,811 ft (552 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.8196°, 131.1270° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Kumamoto |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 102.4 inches (2,602 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.1 inches (8 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,200 |
| Median Age | 49.0 years |
About Takamori
Takamori is a small city in Japan (Kumamoto) with a population of 6,189. The city sits at an elevation of 1,811 feet (552 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 102.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Takamori vs Japan Average
Income: Takamori vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $28,200 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 198 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $70,000 |
| 75% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $350 |
| 70% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 2,476 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.1°F |
| 0% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 172 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,811 ft (552 m) |
| Area | 95.3 sq mi (246.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 65/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.8196°N, 131.1270°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 55.0 m (180 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1792 | SHIMABARA BAY, KYUSHU ISLAND | Landslide | 55.0 m | 15,000 | 78 km |
| 1596 | BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU | Eruption + Earthquake | 8.0 m | 708 | 76 km |
| 1780 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Astronomical | 6.0 m | — | 141 km |
| 1662 | HIUGANADA | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 200 | 149 km |
| 1968 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 3.1 m | 1 | 141 km |
| 1914 | SEIKAIDO | Eruption | 3.0 m | 63 | 144 km |
| 1769 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.5 m | — | 100 km |
| 1941 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 2 | 129 km |
| 1939 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 1 | 100 km |
| 1931 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 1 | 114 km |
| 1961 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.7 m | 2 | 150 km |
| 1996 | KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 109 km |
| 2024 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 128 km |
| 1970 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 87 km |
| 1899 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 131 km |
| 2025 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 120 km |
| 1996 | SEA OF JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 116 km |
| 1984 | KYUSHU, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 91 km |
| 1969 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 114 km |
| 1987 | KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 2 | 110 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Asosan (8 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Asosan | Caldera | 1,592 m (5,223 ft) | 2020 | 8 km |
| Kujusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,791 m (5,876 ft) | 1996 | 32 km |
| Yufu-Tsurumi | Lava dome(s) | 1,584 m (5,197 ft) | 867 | 57 km |
| Unzendake | Complex | 1,483 m (4,865 ft) | 1996 | 78 km |
| Kirishimayama | Shield | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2018 | 102 km |
| Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike | Maar(s) | 40 m (131 ft) | -6200 | 127 km |
| Aira | Caldera | 1,117 m (3,665 ft) | 2020 | 143 km |
| Ata | Caldera(s) | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 885 | 186 km |
| Abu | Shield(s) | 641 m (2,103 ft) | -6850 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 6.4 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 8.4 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 10.1 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 18.1 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 19.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 11.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 9.5 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 5.3 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
Takamori has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 34°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 102.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (19.5") and December the driest (2.6").
Schools in Takamori
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立高森中央小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立高森中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立高森東中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立高森東小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 県立高森高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立両併小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Takamori
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Takamori
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aso Volcano Museum | ||||
| KIOKU | ||||
| The Office of Mount Aso Ecomusee | ||||
| 天岩戸神社徴古館 | ||||
| 阿蘇古代の郷美術館 | ||||
| 阿蘇火山博物館 | ||||
| 高千穂町コミュニティセンター（歴史民俗資料館） |
Libraries in Takamori
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 山都町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 山都町立図書館清和分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 山都町立図書館蘇陽分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 阿蘇市立一の宮図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 阿蘇市立阿蘇図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高千穂町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Takamori
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Takachiho Gamadase market |
Restaurants in Takamori
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Takamori
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Takamori
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Takamori
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Takamori
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gokase Highland Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kuju Forest Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Takamori
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kumamoto Airport | KMJ | Large Airport |
| Oita Airport | OIT | Medium Airport |
| Aso Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| JASDF Nyūtabaru Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Metabaru Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kuju Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Oita Prefectural (Oitakenou) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Shirakawa Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Taragi Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ubuyama Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Takamori
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 井無田簡易郵便局 | |
| 色見郵便局 | |
| 草部郵便局 | |
| 高森郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Takamori
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine | |
| Kiyomizu-dera Temple | |
| 八面社 | |
| 天神さん | |
| 色見熊野座神社 | |
| 草部吉見神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
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What is the population of Takamori?
Takamori has a population of 6,189 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 95.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Takamori expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,200, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $70,000 (75% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $350 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 Takamori?
Takamori has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 172 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 102.4 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Takamori?
The job market in Takamori is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 198 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Takamori?
The median home value in Takamori is $70,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $350.