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Taragi, Japan
Kumamoto · Japan
Taragi is a small city in Kumamoto, Japan with a population of 9,076. Elevation: 509 ft (155 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 9,076 |
| Population Density | 75 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 509 ft (155 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.2667°, 130.9333° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Kumamoto |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 98.7 inches (2,507 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,200 |
| Median Age | 49.0 years |
About Taragi
Taragi is a small city in Japan (Kumamoto) with a population of 9,076. The city sits at an elevation of 509 feet (155 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 98.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Taragi vs Japan Average
Income: Taragi 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) | 290 |
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 | 3,630 |
Property Tax
Climate in Taragi
Taragi 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 2256 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.0°F |
| 7% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 176 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 509 ft (155 m) |
| Area | 121.5 sq mi (314.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 75/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.2667°N, 130.9333°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 | 80 km |
| 1596 | BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU | Eruption + Earthquake | 8.0 m | 708 | 135 km |
| 1780 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Astronomical | 6.0 m | - | 77 km |
| 1662 | HIUGANADA | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 200 | 119 km |
| 1968 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 3.1 m | 1 | 147 km |
| 1914 | SEIKAIDO | Eruption | 3.0 m | 63 | 80 km |
| 1769 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.5 m | - | 100 km |
| 1941 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 2 | 114 km |
| 1939 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 1 | 100 km |
| 1931 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 1 | 110 km |
| 1929 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.7 m | - | 135 km |
| 1961 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.7 m | 2 | 110 km |
| 1996 | KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 66 km |
| 2024 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 83 km |
| 1970 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 73 km |
| 1899 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 108 km |
| 2025 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 79 km |
| 1996 | SEA OF JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 64 km |
| 1984 | KYUSHU, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 96 km |
| 1969 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 110 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kirishimayama (38 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kirishimayama | Shield | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2018 | 38 km |
| Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike | Maar(s) | 40 m (131 ft) | -6200 | 64 km |
| Asosan | Caldera | 1,592 m (5,223 ft) | 2020 | 71 km |
| Aira | Caldera | 1,117 m (3,665 ft) | 2020 | 79 km |
| Unzendake | Complex | 1,483 m (4,865 ft) | 1996 | 81 km |
| Kujusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,791 m (5,876 ft) | 1996 | 96 km |
| Yufu-Tsurumi | Lava dome(s) | 1,584 m (5,197 ft) | 867 | 121 km |
| Ata | Caldera(s) | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 885 | 121 km |
| Kikai | Caldera | 704 m (2,310 ft) | 2020 | 174 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 6.4 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 8.7 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 10.2 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 18.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 17.5 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 10.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 9.0 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
Taragi has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 38°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 98.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (18.2") and December the driest (2.6").
Schools in Taragi
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 球磨養護学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立久米小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立多良木中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立多良木小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立宮ヶ野小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立岡原中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立岡原小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立須恵中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立黒肥地小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 県立多良木高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Taragi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Taragi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shiiba Museum of Folk Performing Arts | ||||
| えびの市歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 人吉城歴史館 | ||||
| 人吉海軍航空基地資料館 | ||||
| 人吉海軍航空基地資料館 | ||||
| 人吉鉄道ミュージアム MOZOCAステーション868 | ||||
| 山の中の海軍の町 にしき ひみつ基地ミュージアム | ||||
| 山の中の海軍の町 にしき ひみつ基地ミュージアム | ||||
| 平家の里 | ||||
| 湯前まんが美術館 |
Libraries in Taragi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shiba Library | 0.0 | |||||
| あさぎり町深田校区公民館図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| あさぎり町須恵文化ホール図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| えびの市民図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| ミニライブラリー | 0.0 | |||||
| 人吉市図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 湯前まんが図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 湯前まんが図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 錦町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 錦町図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Taragi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 吉無田商店 |
Train Stations in Taragi
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Taragi
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gokase Highland Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Taragi
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kagoshima Airport | KOJ | Large Airport |
| Kumamoto Airport | KMJ | Large Airport |
| Miyazaki Airport | KMI | Large Airport |
| Aso Auxiliary Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| JASDF Nyūtabaru Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Shirakawa Gliderport | - | Small Airport |
| Taragi Auxiliary Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ubuyama Auxiliary Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Taragi
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 久米郵便局 | |
| 多良木上ノ原簡易郵便局 | |
| 多良木郵便局 | |
| 岡原郵便局 | |
| 横馬場簡易郵便局 | |
| 黒肥地簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Taragi
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 青蓮寺 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Taragi
What is the population of Taragi?
Taragi has a population of 9,076 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 75 people per square mile, spread across 121.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Taragi 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 Taragi?
Taragi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 176 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 98.7 inches.
How is the job market in Taragi?
The job market in Taragi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 290 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Taragi?
The median home value in Taragi is $70,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $350.