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Takashima, Japan
Shiga · Japan
Takashima is a mid-size city in Shiga, Japan with a population of 46,976. Elevation: 351 ft (107 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
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About Takashima
Takashima is a city located in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 November 2021, the city had an estimated population of 46,976 in 20601 households and a population density of 68 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 693.05 square kilometres (267.59 sq mi).
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| Population | 46,976 |
| Population Density | 176 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 351 ft (107 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.4135°, 136.0161° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Shiga |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.1 inches (1,883 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,800 |
| Median Age | 46.2 years |
About Takashima
Takashima is a mid-size city in Japan (Shiga) with a population of 46,976. The city sits at an elevation of 351 feet (107 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Takashima vs Japan Average
Income: Takashima vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,800 |
| 55% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,503 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $88,000 |
| 69% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $440 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 18,790 |
Property Tax
Climate in Takashima
Takashima 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 1577 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.4°F |
| 6% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 201 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 351 ft (107 m) |
| Area | 267.6 sq mi (693.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 176/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4135°N, 136.0161°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
12 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 | 86 km |
| 1510 | OSAKA BAY | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 106 km |
| 1909 | ANEGAWA, JAPAN | Earthquake | 1.8 m | 41 | 26 km |
| 1945 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 2,306 | 134 km |
| 1995 | KOBE, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 6,434 | 126 km |
| 1799 | SW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 142 km |
| 1791 | OASAKA BAY | Earthquake | — | — | 116 km |
| 1726 | KATSUYAMA | Earthquake | — | — | 99 km |
| 1666 | AICHI PREFECTURE | Earthquake | — | — | 85 km |
| 1586 | ISE BAY | Earthquake | — | 8,000 | 85 km |
| 745 | OSAKA BAY, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | — | 112 km |
| 701 | SEA OF JAPAN | Earthquake | — | — | 64 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hakusan (107 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Hakusan | Stratovolcano | 2,702 m (8,865 ft) | 1659 | 107 km |
| Ontakesan | Complex | 3,067 m (10,062 ft) | 2014 | 143 km |
| Norikuradake | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,026 m (9,928 ft) | -50 | 159 km |
| Yakedake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,455 m (8,054 ft) | 1995 | 168 km |
| Washiba-Kumonotaira | Shield(s) | 2,924 m (9,593 ft) | Unknown | 180 km |
| Midagahara | Stratovolcano | 2,621 m (8,599 ft) | 1839 | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 6.2 in | |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 5.8 in | |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 5.9 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 8.1 in | |
| October | 62°F (16°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | Driest |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 5.6 in |
Takashima has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 38°F in February to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 74.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.7") and November the driest (4.7").
Colleges & Universities in Takashima
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 京都大学芦生研究林 | University | — | — |
| 公立若狭高等看護学院 | College | — | — |
| 福井県立大学小浜キャンパス | University | — | — |
| 青池学園 | College | — | — |
| 青池調理師専門学校 | College | — | — |
Schools in Takashima
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 高島市立新旭北小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立マキノ東小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立マキノ中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立本庄小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立青柳小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立マキノ南小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 高島市立新旭南小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 滋賀県立安曇川高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 高島市立広瀬小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 滋賀県立高島高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立マキノ北小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 高島市立今津東小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 高島市立今津中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 高島市立湖西中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新旭養護学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立安曇川中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立安曇小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立今津北小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立マキノ西小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立マキノ北小学校在原分校(休校中) | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Takashima
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Takashima
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hikone Castle Museum | ||||
| Kaikoku Memorial Museum | ||||
| Kami-Warabe Washi Paper Doll Museum | ||||
| Nagahama castle museum | ||||
| Tsuruga Local History Museum | ||||
| Tsuruga Municipal Museum | ||||
| Tsuruga Railway Museum | ||||
| Umoregi House | ||||
| おきしま資料館 | ||||
| ジオラマ館 | ||||
| 中村商家保存館 | ||||
| 中池見人と自然のふれあいの里 | ||||
| 伊藤忠兵衛記念館 | ||||
| 原子力の科学館「あっとほうむ」 | ||||
| 宝物殿 | ||||
| 小浜市埋蔵文化財調査センター | ||||
| 愛荘町立博物館 科学館 文化財資料室 | ||||
| 愛荘町立愛知川びんてまりの館 | ||||
| 旧敦賀港駅ランプ小屋 | ||||
| 東近江市埋蔵文化財センター | ||||
| 東近江市能登川博物館 | ||||
| 比良美術館 | ||||
| 滋賀大学経済学部附属史料館 | ||||
| 熊川宿若狭美術館 | ||||
| 琵琶湖周航の歌資料館 | ||||
| 福井県立年縞博物館 | ||||
| 福井県立若狭歴史博物館 | ||||
| 美浜町立歴史文化館 | ||||
| 若狭三方縄文博物館 | ||||
| 若狭国吉城歴史資料館 | ||||
| 若狭鯖街道熊川宿資料館・宿場館 | ||||
| 菅浦郷土史料館 | ||||
| 豊会館 | ||||
| 近江聖人中江藤樹記念館 | ||||
| 長浜鉄道スクエア | ||||
| 高島市郷土文化保存伝習施設朽木資料館 | ||||
| 高島歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 高月町立観音の里歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 鯖街道ミュージアム | ||||
| 鶏足寺収蔵庫「己高閣」「世代閣」 |
Libraries in Takashima
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hikone Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 愛荘町立愛知川図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 敦賀市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 東近江市立能登川図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 江北図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 湖北町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 滋賀大学 部属図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 秦荘町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 秦荘町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 美浜町立生涯学習センターなびあす | 0.0 | |||||
| 若狭町立三方図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 若狭町立上中図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 豊郷町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 長浜市立びわ図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 長浜市立虎姫図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高島市立マキノ図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高島市立今津図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高島市立図書館新旭図書室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高島市立安曇川図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高島市立安曇川図書館高島分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高島市立朽木図書サロン | 0.0 | |||||
| 高月図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Takashima
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| マキノピックランド | |||||
| 平和堂 | |||||
| 敦賀水産卸売市場 | |||||
| 日本海さかな街 | |||||
| 梅の里会館 |
Hotels in Takashima
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Takashima
36 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Takashima
9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Takashima
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Takashima
3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Takashima
9 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Takashima
11 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Takashima
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Takashima
7 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Takashima
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Takashima
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Takashima
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Takashima
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Takashima
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biwako Brewery | ||||
| 三宅彦右衛門酒造 | ||||
| 彦根麦酒 荒神山醸造所 |
Stadiums & Teams in Takashima
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Takashima
11 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gozaisho Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Biwako Valley | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kutsuki Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hakodateyama Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gransnow Okuibuki | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ohana Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Akoyama Skijo Snowpal | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yogo Kogen Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Imajo 365 | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kuzuryu Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fukui Izumi Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Takashima
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Osaka Itami International Airport | ITM | Large Airport |
| Fukui Airport | FKJ | Medium Airport |
| Hikone Kojinyama Hangglider Park | — | Small Airport |
| Ichishicho Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Kisogawa Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Locus Lake Biwa Flying Adventure / Lake Biwa MPPG Paraglider Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ono Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Sengokudaira Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tatsuda Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Takashima
14 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Adogawa Koga Post Office | |
| Adogawa Post Office | |
| Aoyagi Post Office | |
| Funaki Post Office | |
| Imazu Katsura Post Office | |
| Imazu Post Office | |
| Makino Koaraji Post Office | |
| Makino Post Office | |
| Makino Sawa Post Office | |
| Nisiazai Oura Post Office | |
| Shin-Asahi Fukamizo Post Office | |
| Shin-Asahi Post Office | |
| Takashima Haido Post Office | |
| Takashima Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Takashima
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| 温熱療法ミヤモト |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Takashima
67 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| カトリック 安曇川教会 | |
| 世雄寺 | |
| 仁和寺 | |
| 今宮神社 | |
| 仲仙寺 | |
| 住吉神社 | |
| 信光寺 | |
| 勝安寺 | |
| 即得寺 | |
| 唐崎神社 | |
| 善号寺 | |
| 垂井山 太子堂 | |
| 大崎寺 | |
| 大日尊 | |
| 大田神社 | |
| 大荒比古神社 | |
| 天満宮 | |
| 子安地蔵大菩薩 | |
| 安樂寺 | |
| 安閑神社 |
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What is the population of Takashima?
Takashima has a population of 46,976 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 176 people per square mile, spread across 267.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Takashima expensive to live in?
The median household income is $33,800, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $88,000 (69% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $440 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Takashima?
Takashima enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 201 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.1 inches.
How is the job market in Takashima?
The job market in Takashima is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,503 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Takashima?
The median home value in Takashima is $88,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $440.