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Tamba-Sasayama, Japan

Hyōgo · Japan

Tamba-Sasayama is a mid-size city in Hyōgo, Japan with a population of 39,611. Elevation: 689 ft (210 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
39,611 Population 202/sq mi density
689 ft Elevation 210 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
62.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$33,400 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$33,400 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,000 home value, $470/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population39,611
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density202/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$33,400
Unemployment2.7%

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,000
Rent$470
Housing Units15,844

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain62.7 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Population39,611
Population Density202 / sq mi
Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Coordinates35.0732°, 135.2178°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHyōgo
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation62.7 inches (1,592 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$33,400
Median Age47.8 years

About Tamba-Sasayama

Tamba-Sasayama is a mid-size city in Japan (Hyōgo) with a population of 39,611. The city sits at an elevation of 689 feet (210 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Tamba-Sasayama has a population of 39,611 with a density of 202 people per square mile, spread across 195.9 square miles. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

39,611
Total Population
202
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above Japan avg
195.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tamba-Sasayama vs Japan Average

The median household income in Tamba-Sasayama is $33,400, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,268 business establishments.

Income: Tamba-Sasayama vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,400
56% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)1,268

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tamba-Sasayama is $94,000, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $470 (60% below the national average of $1,163). There are 15,844 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,000
67% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$470
60% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units15,844

Property Tax

Climate in Tamba-Sasayama

Tamba-Sasayama has an average annual temperature of 14.3°C (58°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.7°C), the coldest is Jan (2.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1623 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.7°C / 37°F -4.5° / 13.2° 81.4
Feb 3.7°C / 39°F -4.1° / 15.4° 74.6
Mar 7.6°C / 46°F -2.5° / 20° 109.4
Apr 12.1°C / 54°F 0.2° / 23.9° 150.7
May 16.8°C / 62°F 5.3° / 27.6° 162.8
Jun 21.3°C / 70°F 11.6° / 29.8° 205.4
Jul 25.5°C / 78°F 18.8° / 33° 235.2
Aug 26.7°C / 80°F 19.7° / 33.8° 173.9
Sep 23.5°C / 74°F 14.7° / 31.7° 129.0
Oct 16.5°C / 62°F 7.3° / 27.1° 129.7
Nov 10.8°C / 51°F 1.6° / 21.9° 95.0
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F -3.4° / 16.1° 75.7
Tamba-Sasayama enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 689 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above Japan avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area195.9 sq mi (507.3 km²)
Population Density202/sq mi
Coordinates35.0732°N, 135.2178°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.7"
65% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.43"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.68"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

299 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 24, 2025.

Jan 16, 1995 8 km S of Akashi, Japan M6.9 58 km
Apr 11, 1990 11 km ENE of Maizuru, Japan M6.1 49 km
Jun 1, 1998 17 km SW of Owase, Japan M5.8 149 km
Apr 12, 2013 6 km WNW of Sumoto, Japan M5.8 86 km
Aug 7, 1992 21 km N of Miyazu, Japan M5.8 73 km
Aug 20, 1999 22 km SE of Kainan, Japan M5.7 118 km
Jun 17, 2018 near the south coast of western Honshu, Japan M5.5 47 km
Oct 30, 2000 western Honshu, Japan M5.5 125 km
Apr 21, 2000 27 km NNE of Maizuru, Japan M5.5 70 km
Sep 24, 2003 5 km WNW of Ayabe, Japan M5.4 27 km
Sep 16, 2002 24 km SW of Kurayoshi, Japan M5.3 144 km
Jan 11, 2001 15 km E of Tottori, Japan M5.3 87 km
Mar 13, 2019 22 km ESE of Anan, Japan M5.2 144 km
Apr 22, 1998 18 km SE of Hikone, Japan M5.2 110 km
Jan 30, 1996 67 km NNE of Miyazu, Japan M5.2 118 km
Apr 15, 2007 11 km ENE of Ueno-ebisumachi, Japan M5.1 98 km
May 28, 1994 12 km WNW of Nagahama, Japan M5.1 91 km
Mar 16, 1999 10 km WNW of Kitahama, Japan M5.1 57 km
Jun 10, 2009 7 km WSW of Ise, Japan M5.1 146 km
Jan 16, 1995 20 km SW of Akashi, Japan M5.0 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

48 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lan (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 2 159 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 59 km
2018 Trami Category 1 144 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 71 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 183 km
2017 Lan Category 1 260 km
2017 Noru Category 1 120 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 298 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 246 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 188 km
2014 Halong Category 1 291 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 277 km
2011 Roke Category 3 195 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 173 km
2009 Melor Category 1 174 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 226 km
2007 Usagi Category 1 297 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 294 km
2004 Ma-on Category 4 289 km
2004 Songda Category 2 235 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

11 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 60 km
1711 SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 1,000 141 km
1510 OSAKA BAY Earthquake 2.0 m 55 km
1909 ANEGAWA, JAPAN Earthquake 1.8 m 41 105 km
1808 E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 1.5 m 136 km
1995 KOBE, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 6,434 55 km
1791 OASAKA BAY Earthquake 66 km
1666 AICHI PREFECTURE Earthquake 144 km
1586 ISE BAY Earthquake 8,000 144 km
745 OSAKA BAY, JAPAN Earthquake 53 km
701 SEA OF JAPAN Earthquake 72 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Hakusan (185 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Hakusan Stratovolcano 2,702 m (8,865 ft) 1659 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in
March 42°F (5°C) 4.5 in
April 53°F (11°C) 5.4 in
May 61°F (16°C) 5.8 in
June 68°F (20°C) 8.4 in Wettest
July 76°F (24°C) 7.6 in
August 78°F (25°C) 5.2 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 8.1 in
October 59°F (15°C) 4.8 in
November 49°F (10°C) 3.5 in
December 40°F (5°C) 2.7 in Driest

Tamba-Sasayama has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 36°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 62.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.4") and December the driest (2.7").

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Schools in Tamba-Sasayama

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立西紀北小学校
篠山養護学校グラウンド
市立篠山中学校
兵庫県立篠山産業高等学校
篠山養護学校
県立篠山鳳鳴高等学校
県立篠山産業高等学校
市立雲部小学校
市立西紀小学校
市立西紀南小学校
市立城北小学校
市立西紀中学校
市立篠山東中学校
市立福住小学校
市立畑小学校
市立村雲小学校
市立日置小学校
市立岡野小学校
市立大路小学校
市立大山小学校
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Radio Stations near Tamba-Sasayama

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
R/a/dio anime, jpop MP3
SOUND UP STATION NFRS indie, jpop MP3 96 kbps
REPLAY NEWS - 日本語 5分ごとのニュースラジオ information, news MP3 128 kbps
NFRS Radio country, dj sets MP3 96 kbps
R/a/dio (US) 4chan, jpop MP3

Museums in Tamba-Sasayama

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aoyama History Museum
Buke-yashiki Samurai House Anma's Histrical Museum
Histrical Artifacts Museum
Sasayama Castle Oshoin
WEEKEND MUSEUM
丹波古陶館
丹波市立植野記念美術館
丹波市立青垣歴史民俗資料館
丹波杜氏酒造記念館
丹波立杭焼伝統産業会館
丹波篠山デカンショ館
人と自然の博物館
兵庫県立人と自然の博物館
兵庫県陶芸美術館
多田銀銅山 悠久の館
大手門美術館
大阪青山歴史文学博物館
小林一三記念館
小林一三記念館
小林一三記念館
展示室
展示室
展示室
川西市郷土館
御徒士町武家屋敷群
播州織工房館
新宮晋 風のミュージアム
旧九鬼家住宅資料館
春日歴史民俗資料館
柏原歴史民俗資料館
柏原藩陣屋跡
水分かれ資料館
池田市立歴史民俗資料館
池田市立歴史民俗資料館
池田市立歴史民俗資料館
河原町妻入商家群
福知山市 治水記念館
福知山市丹波生活衣館
福知山市佐藤太清記念美術館
福知山市児童科学館
福知山鉄道館 ポッポランド2号館
篠山チルドレンズミュージアム
綾部市天文館パオ
美術の杜パスポート
美術の杜パスポート
美術の杜パスポート
能楽資料館
落語みゅーじあむ
落語みゅーじあむ
落語みゅーじあむ
西宮市立郷土資料館分館・名塩和紙学習館
西脇市岡之山美術館
西脇市郷土資料館
西脇経緯度地球科学館
逸翁美術館
逸翁美術館
逸翁美術館
青野ダム記念館

Libraries in Tamba-Sasayama

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Katō City Library0.0
University Library0.0
三木市立吉川図書館0.0
三田市立図書館0.0
三田市立図書館ウッディ分館0.0
丹波市立中央図書館0.0
丹波市立山南図書館0.0
丹波市立春日図書館0.0
丹波市立柏原図書館0.0
丹波市立青垣図書館0.0
図書情報センター0.0
川西市立中央図書館0.0
川西市立中央図書館0.0
川西市立中央図書館0.0
川西市立中央図書館0.0
東条町立図書館0.0
池田市立図書館0.0
池田市立図書館0.0
池田市立図書館0.0
池田市立図書館0.0
池田文庫0.0
猪名川町立中央図書館0.0
福知山市立図書館 中央館0.0
福知山市立日新図書館0.0
篠山市立中央図書館0.0
綾部市図書館0.0
西宮市立北部図書館0.0
西宮市立図書館 山口分室0.0
豊能町立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Tamba-Sasayama

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
ファームサーカス・マーケット

Hotels in Tamba-Sasayama

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

home host2
ささやま荘
料理旅館 万為
新たんば荘
篠山城下町ホテル NIPPONIA シオン

Restaurants in Tamba-Sasayama

15 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gunge Pizza
Pizzeria Denti dl Leone
soba traditional
ささ福
ぼたん亭
みちくさ
三笠鮨
丹波そば切り 花格子
丹波牛 炙り肉寿 篠山や
丹波篠山 成実
丹波野菜食堂
家興縁
竹海(ズーハイ)
箱鮨 藤澤
黒豆の館

Cafes in Tamba-Sasayama

22 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

aroma cafe ぶーけがるに
MELHEN
sasarai
ギャラリーカフェ庄次郎
キャリー焼菓子店
くつろぎ古民家まめ猫 GALLERY
くろまめ六夢叶・初田屋
ジャスミンティマ
ジャスミンティマ
ろまんてい
一休とんち餅
喫茶古城
岩茶坊 丹波ことり
昭和百景館
木の香
染めカフェ 染め体験 貴久 KIKYU
河原町
河原町
町屋カフェ 栄亀堂
町屋カフェ 栄亀堂
篠山ギャラリーKITA’S
豆乃屋

Theatres in Tamba-Sasayama

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

たんば田園交響ホール

Castles in Tamba-Sasayama

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sasayama Castle

Gas Stations in Tamba-Sasayama

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

COSMO
ENEOS
JP #734473298

Banks in Tamba-Sasayama

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

三井住友銀行
中兵庫信用金庫
中兵庫信用金庫
但馬銀行

Gyms in Tamba-Sasayama

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

市立西紀体育館

Golf Courses in Tamba-Sasayama

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

オータニにしきCC
青山台GC

Breweries in Tamba-Sasayama

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
キリンビール 神戸工場

Stadiums & Teams in Tamba-Sasayama

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Tamba-Sasayama

10 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Biwako Valley 0.0 $0
Banshu Tokura Snow Park 0.0 $0
Hyounosen Kokusai Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Hyper Bowl Tohachi 0.0 $0
Hachikogen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Sky Valley Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hachi Kita Ski Area 0.0 $0
Mikata Snow Park 0.0 $0
Ojiro Ski Resort 0.0 $0
UP Kannabe Ski Resort 0.0 $0

Airports Near Tamba-Sasayama

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kansai International AirportKIXLarge Airport
Kobe AirportUKBLarge Airport
Osaka Itami International AirportITMLarge Airport
Konotori Tajima AirportTJHMedium Airport
Yao AirportMedium Airport
JGSDF Aonogahara East AirstripSmall Airport
JGSDF Aonogahara West AirstripSmall Airport
JGSDF Osadano AirstripSmall Airport
JGSDF Shinodayama AirfieldSmall Airport
Locus Lake Biwa Flying Adventure / Lake Biwa MPPG Paraglider AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Tamba-Sasayama

15 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Fukusumi Post Office
Hata Post Office
Higashihamatani Summary Post Office
Hongo Post Office
Murakumo Post Office
Nishiki Post Office
Oji Post Office
Oyama Post Office
Sasayama Hioki Post Office
Sasayama Honjo Post Office
Sasayama Kawara Post Office
Sasayama Post Office
Yakami Summary Post Office
大路郵便局
篠山乾新町郵便局

Treatment Centers in Tamba-Sasayama

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
おかだ眼科
たむらこどもクリニック
多田内科
安江眼科医院
川中耳鼻咽喉科医院
秋澤クリニック
西村内科

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tamba-Sasayama

14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
光乗寺
宝塔寺
弘法大使堂
愛宕大神
愛宕神社
春日神社
本経寺
王地山まけきらい稲荷
眞福寺
秋葉大権現
秋葉神社
秋葉神社
観音寺
青山神社

Explore Near Tamba-Sasayama

Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Tamba-Sasayama

What is the population of Tamba-Sasayama?

Tamba-Sasayama has a population of 39,611 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 202 people per square mile, spread across 195.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Tamba-Sasayama expensive to live in?

The median household income is $33,400, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $94,000 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $470 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Tamba-Sasayama?

Tamba-Sasayama 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 76°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.7 inches.

How is the job market in Tamba-Sasayama?

The job market in Tamba-Sasayama is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,268 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tamba-Sasayama?

The median home value in Tamba-Sasayama is $94,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $470.

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