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Takedamachi, Japan

Oita · Japan

Takedamachi is a small city in Oita, Japan with a population of 20,332. Elevation: 860 ft (262 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
20,332 Population 110/sq mi density
860 ft Elevation 262 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
86.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,600 Median Income
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Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$28,600 median income, 2.3% unemployment
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Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population20,332
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density110/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,600
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units8,133

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain86.5 in/yr
Sunny Days186/yr
Elevation860 ft (262 m)
Population20,332
Population Density110 / sq mi
Elevation860 ft (262 m)
Coordinates32.9667°, 131.4000°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOita
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation86.5 inches (2,198 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,600
Median Age50.2 years

About Takedamachi

Takedamachi is a small city in Japan (Oita) with a population of 20,332. The city sits at an elevation of 860 feet (262 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 86.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Takedamachi has a population of 20,332 with a density of 110 people per square mile, spread across 184.4 square miles. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

20,332
Total Population
110
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
184.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Takedamachi vs Japan Average

The median household income in Takedamachi is $28,600, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 651 business establishments.

Income: Takedamachi vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,600
62% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)651

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Takedamachi is $68,000, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $340 (71% below the national average of $1,163). There are 8,133 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

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 Units8,133

Property Tax

Climate in Takedamachi

Takedamachi 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 3148 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / 1° 87.2
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / 2.3° 139.5
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / 6.8° 218.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / 12.9° 217.6
May 0°C / 32°F — / 17.1° 312.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / 19.4° 490.3
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / 22.7° 784.7
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / 23.7° 306.6
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / 20.7° 278.3
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / 15.7° 146.7
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / 9.6° 102.8
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / 3.7° 63.9
Takedamachi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 186 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 86.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 860 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above Japan avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days186 days/yr

Geography

Elevation860 ft (262 m)
Area184.4 sq mi (477.6 km²)
Population Density110/sq mi
Coordinates32.9667°N, 131.4000°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 86.5"
128% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 14.76"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

485 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 27, 2025.

Aug 8, 2024 2024 Hyuganada Sea, Japan Earthquake M7.1 135 km
Apr 15, 2016 6 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M7.0 63 km
Jan 13, 2025 15 km SE of Miyazaki, Japan M6.8 127 km
Oct 19, 1996 5 km SE of Miyazaki, Japan M6.7 120 km
Dec 2, 1996 17 km SW of Miyazaki, Japan M6.7 131 km
Apr 17, 2024 18 km W of Uwajima, Japan M6.3 95 km
Jan 21, 2022 27 km SSE of Saiki, Japan M6.3 65 km
Jun 11, 2006 15 km S of Tsukawaki, Japan M6.3 30 km
Mar 13, 2014 32 km SSW of Hikari, Japan M6.3 89 km
May 9, 2019 43 km ESE of Miyazaki, Japan M6.2 139 km
Apr 14, 2016 2 km SSE of Kumamoto, Japan M6.2 68 km
Mar 26, 1997 16 km NE of Satsumasendai, Japan M6.1 148 km
Apr 14, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M6.0 70 km
Apr 5, 2009 10 km N of Miyazaki, Japan M5.8 107 km
Aug 28, 2014 53 km E of Takanabe, Japan M5.8 116 km
Apr 25, 2001 18 km SE of Saiki, Japan M5.7 60 km
Oct 19, 1996 19 km ENE of Miyazaki, Japan M5.7 114 km
Apr 15, 2016 6 km S of Kikuchi, Japan M5.7 55 km
May 9, 2019 46 km ESE of Miyazaki, Japan M5.6 137 km
Oct 19, 1996 25 km NE of Nichinan, Japan M5.6 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

61 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Shanshan (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 3 115 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 3 97 km
2020 Haishen Category 2 215 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 75 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 233 km
2018 Trami Category 1 167 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 282 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 224 km
2017 Noru Category 1 148 km
2016 Malakas Category 3 127 km
2016 Namtheun Category 1 280 km
2015 Goni Category 3 95 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 271 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 250 km
2014 Halong Category 1 164 km
2013 Danas Category 1 282 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 298 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 159 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 258 km
2007 Usagi Category 3 10 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 15,000 106 km
1596 BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU Eruption + Earthquake 8.0 m 708 46 km
1968 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 3.1 m 1 127 km
1769 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 2.5 m 93 km
1941 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 1.2 m 2 126 km
1939 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.8 m 1 93 km
1931 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.8 m 1 108 km
1996 KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.6 m 120 km
2024 HYUGANADA SEA Earthquake 0.5 m 139 km
1970 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.3 m 90 km
1899 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.3 m 131 km
2025 HYUGANADA SEA Earthquake 0.2 m 130 km
1996 SEA OF JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m 131 km
1984 KYUSHU, JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m 82 km
1969 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m 108 km
1987 KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.0 m 2 112 km
1899 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 89 km
1828 AMAKUSA SEA Earthquake 146 km
1715 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 46 km
1698 SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO Earthquake 46 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kujusan (19 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kujusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,791 m (5,876 ft) 1996 19 km
Asosan Caldera 1,592 m (5,223 ft) 2020 29 km
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 35 km
Unzendake Complex 1,483 m (4,865 ft) 1996 105 km
Kirishimayama Shield 1,700 m (5,577 ft) 2018 125 km
Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike Maar(s) 40 m (131 ft) -6200 153 km
Aira Caldera 1,117 m (3,665 ft) 2020 168 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 172 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 38°F (3°C) 3.7 in
March 44°F (7°C) 5.0 in
April 54°F (12°C) 7.1 in
May 61°F (16°C) 8.3 in
June 67°F (20°C) 14.2 in
July 74°F (24°C) 14.8 in Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 10.9 in Warmest
September 69°F (21°C) 9.8 in
October 60°F (16°C) 5.4 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in

Takedamachi has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 36°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 86.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (14.8") and January the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Takedamachi

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立上緒方小学校
市立小富士小学校
市立岡本小学校
市立朝地中学校
市立朝地小学校
市立竹田中学校
市立緒方中学校
市立長湯小学校
市立長谷川小学校(休校中)
竹田市立竹田小学校
大分県立竹田高等学校
私立竹田南高等学校
大分県立竹田商業高等学校
竹田市立豊岡小学校
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Radio Stations near Takedamachi

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Takedamachi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
九州電力 八丁原発電所展示館
大分市歴史資料館
大分市歴史資料館
天岩戸神社徴古館
旧竹田荘
朝倉文夫記念館
森林学習展示館
竹田市立歴史資料館
豊後大野市歴史民俗資料館
豊後大野市清川歴史民俗資料室

Libraries in Takedamachi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
挾間町立図書館0.0
挾間町立図書館0.0
竹田市立図書館0.0
豊後大野市中央図書館0.0
豊後大野市緒方図書館0.0

Hotels in Takedamachi

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

水神之森

Restaurants in Takedamachi

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Johane
コットン
道の駅あさじ

Castles in Takedamachi

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

岡城

Train Stations in Takedamachi

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Asaji
Bungo-Taketa

Gas Stations in Takedamachi

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JP #13227055302

Ski Resorts Near Takedamachi

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 Takedamachi

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kumamoto AirportKMJLarge Airport
JASDF Tsuiki Air BaseMedium Airport
Oita AirportOITMedium Airport
Aso Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Kuju GliderportSmall Airport
Oita Prefectural (Oitakenou) AirportSmall Airport
Taragi Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Ubuyama Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Takedamachi

12 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
上緒方郵便局
原尻簡易郵便局
小富士郵便局
岡本郵便局
朝地郵便局
温見郵便局
竹田明治郵便局
竹田郵便局
竹田駅前郵便局
綿田簡易郵便局
長湯郵便局
長谷川郵便局

Treatment Centers in Takedamachi

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Ishiwa Children's Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Takedamachi

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Shinkou-ji

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Takedamachi

What is the population of Takedamachi?

Takedamachi has a population of 20,332 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 110 people per square mile, spread across 184.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Takedamachi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,600, 62% 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 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Takedamachi?

Takedamachi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 186 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 86.5 inches.

How is the job market in Takedamachi?

The job market in Takedamachi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 651 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Takedamachi?

The median home value in Takedamachi is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.

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