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Tateishi, Japan

Iwate · Japan

Tateishi is a small city in Iwate, Japan with a population of 7,252. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
7,252 Population 296/sq mi density
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
49.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$26,100 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
3.1 / 5.0
$26,100 median income, 2.5% unemployment
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Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,000 home value, $320/mo rent

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About Tateishi

Tateishi

Tateishi (立石) is a neighborhood in Katsushika, Tokyo, Japan. The name derives from a tiny stone monument called Tateishi-sama (立石様), located at 8-37 Tateishi. With its retro-chic shopping streets and small, back-street workshops and factories, the area retains an atmosphere associated with Tokyo's earthy Shitamachi ("downtown") neighborhoods. Katsushika Ward Office, is located at 5-13-1 Tateishi.

People

Population7,252
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density296/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$26,100
Unemployment2.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,000
Rent$320
Housing Units2,901

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Population7,252
Population Density296 / sq mi
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates38.9833°, 141.1167°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceIwate
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation49.6 inches (1,259 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.9 inches (20 cm)
Median Household Income$26,100
Median Age51.2 years

About Tateishi

Tateishi is a small city in Japan (Iwate) with a population of 7,252. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Tateishi has a population of 7,252 with a density of 296 people per square mile, spread across 24.5 square miles. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,252
Total Population
296
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above Japan avg
24.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tateishi vs Japan Average

The median household income in Tateishi is $26,100, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 232 business establishments.

Income: Tateishi vs Japan

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Income

Median HH Income$26,100
65% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)232

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tateishi is $64,000, 77% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $320 (72% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,901 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$64,000
77% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$320
72% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,901

Property Tax

Tateishi experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below Japan avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area24.5 sq mi (63.4 km²)
Population Density296/sq mi
Coordinates38.9833°N, 141.1167°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.6"
30% above Japan avg
Snowfall 7.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.57"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,946 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M9.1. Most recent: M4.7 on Aug 30, 2025.

Mar 11, 2011 2011 Great Tohoku Earthquake, Japan M9.1 133 km
Mar 16, 2022 57 km ENE of Namie, Japan M7.3 147 km
Apr 7, 2011 29 km ESE of Ishinomaki, Japan M7.1 89 km
Mar 20, 2021 30 km E of Ishinomaki, Japan M7.0 75 km
May 26, 2003 27 km SSW of ?funato, Japan M7.0 42 km
May 1, 2021 30 km SSE of Onagawa Ch?, Japan M6.9 97 km
Jun 13, 2008 24 km WSW of Mizusawa, Japan M6.9 21 km
Jul 23, 2008 29 km ENE of Morioka, Japan M6.8 96 km
May 12, 2015 32 km SE of ?funato, Japan M6.8 80 km
Jun 22, 2011 41 km NNE of Miyako, Japan M6.7 143 km
Mar 11, 2011 50 km ESE of ?tsuchi, Japan M6.6 120 km
Mar 14, 2010 59 km ENE of Namie, Japan M6.5 144 km
Dec 2, 2001 3 km NW of Hanamaki, Japan M6.5 47 km
Nov 3, 2002 30 km SE of ?funato, Japan M6.4 75 km
Jun 18, 2019 31 km WSW of Tsuruoka, Japan M6.4 147 km
Jun 17, 2012 19 km SSE of ?funato, Japan M6.3 62 km
Jul 24, 2011 43 km NE of Namie, Japan M6.3 141 km
Mar 11, 2011 30 km NNE of Namie, Japan M6.3 142 km
Apr 19, 2020 31 km SE of ?funato, Japan M6.3 77 km
Jul 23, 2011 21 km SSE of ?funato, Japan M6.3 61 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Jebi Category 1 292 km
2019 Faxai Category 1 223 km
2019 Hagibis Category 1 105 km
2004 Ma-on Category 2 238 km
2002 Higos Category 1 91 km
2001 Danas Category 1 294 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 146 km
2000 Sonamu Category 1 285 km
1998 Vicki Category 1 128 km
1996 Violet Category 1 239 km
1995 Oscar Category 3 290 km
1995 Ryan Category 1 275 km
1993 Vernon Category 1 201 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 39.3 m (129 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2011 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 39.3 m 18,423 133 km
1835 SANRIKU Earthquake 5.0 m 138 km
1861 OFF MIYAGI Earthquake 3.9 m 94 km
2008 ARATOZAWA, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake 2.5 m 23 21 km
1846 SANRIKU Earthquake 2.0 m 132 km
1897 SANRIKU Earthquake 1.0 m 120 km
1810 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m 57 146 km
1804 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m 450 101 km
1936 SANRIKU Earthquake 0.7 m 128 km
1978 SANRIKU Earthquake 0.6 m 28 119 km
1981 E. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.4 m 147 km
2022 OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 0.3 m 4 147 km
1933 SANRIKU Earthquake 0.2 m 149 km
2019 NIIGATA Earthquake 0.1 m 147 km
2021 OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 0.1 m 1 148 km
1927 SANRIKU Earthquake 0.1 m 143 km
1898 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 88 km
2011 E. COAST HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 3 89 km
2005 E. COAST HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 112 km
1954 MIYAGI, JAPAN Earthquake 94 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kurikomayama (29 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kurikomayama Stratovolcano 1,627 m (5,338 ft) 1950 29 km
Naruko Caldera 470 m (1,542 ft) 837 44 km
Akita-Komagatake Stratovolcano(es) 1,637 m (5,371 ft) 1971 91 km
Chokaisan Stratovolcano(es) 2,236 m (7,336 ft) 1974 93 km
Iwatesan Complex 2,038 m (6,686 ft) 1919 97 km
Zaozan [Zaosan] Complex 1,841 m (6,040 ft) 1940 110 km
Hachimantai Stratovolcano 1,613 m (5,292 ft) -5350 111 km
Akita-Yakeyama Stratovolcano 1,366 m (4,482 ft) 1997 113 km
Azumayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,949 m (6,394 ft) 1977 158 km
Megata Maar(s) 291 m (955 ft) -2050 160 km
Adatarayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,728 m (5,669 ft) 1996 166 km
Towada Caldera 1,011 m (3,317 ft) 915 171 km
Bandaisan Stratovolcano 1,816 m (5,958 ft) 1888 179 km
Hakkodasan Stratovolcano(es) 1,585 m (5,200 ft) 1550 187 km
Iwakisan Stratovolcano 1,625 m (5,331 ft) 1863 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 2.8 in
April 47°F (8°C) 3.8 in
May 56°F (14°C) 3.9 in
June 64°F (18°C) 5.0 in
July 72°F (22°C) 6.6 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 5.4 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 6.5 in
October 55°F (13°C) 4.6 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
December 35°F (1°C) 2.9 in

Tateishi has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 29°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.6") and February the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Tateishi

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
奥州市立衣川小学校
奥州市立衣川中学校
一関市立東山中学校
厳美中学校
厳美小学校
平泉町立平泉小学校
平泉町立平泉中学校
長島小学校
一関市立舞川小学校
舞川中学校
奥州市立衣里小学校
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Radio Stations near Tateishi

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Tateishi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mōtsū Temple Treasure Museum
あーと硝子 Casa Vaso
いちのせき文学の蔵
めんこい美術館
一迫埋蔵文化財センター
一関市博物館
千厩酒のくら交流施設
奥州宇宙遊学館
奥州市伝統産業会館 キューポラの館
奥州市埋蔵文化財調査センター
山王考古館
岩手県立平泉世界遺産ガイダンスセンター
平泉文化遺産センター
平泉文化館
斎藤實記念館
旧沼田家武家住宅
木村榮記念館
栗原市立金成歴史民俗資料館
石と賢治のミュージアム
細倉鉱山資料館
讃衡蔵
酒の民俗文化博物館
高野長英記念館

Libraries in Tateishi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ichinoseki Library0.0
Mizzenmast Library0.0
一関市立花泉図書館0.0
図書館0.0
川崎図書館0.0
平泉町立図書館0.0
栗原市立図書館0.0

Hotels in Tateishi

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe&Guest House Kaziya
Hiraizumi Maizurusu Ryokan
ひがしやま観光ホテル
志羅山旅館
武蔵坊

Restaurants in Tateishi

38 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Basho Kan
Basho Kan
Cafe Sekimiya
Hand Mizuki
Isumiya
Kyokusuitei
Marumatsu
Mebuki Sushi
Ofukuro
Ryoei Sushi
Sushi Komatsu
Takamatsuan
Yatsuhana
Yoshitsune
Yumeya
いわて蔵ビールと平泉カレーの店
お食事処「紫陽花山荘」
かんざん亭
きゅうけい処 民家
コウリャン
すがわら 月見茶屋
ソウル食堂
そば処義家
はしもと
丸井食堂
優勝軒
四季の花
地水庵
夢乃風
平泉レストハウス
松風庵
泉橋庵支店
泉橋庵総本店
衣関屋
関の味
食事処むつみ
麺屋登竜門

Cafes in Tateishi

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

喫茶「蔵」
喫茶去じゅげむ
琥珀
郭公だんご

Theatres in Tateishi

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

能楽殿

Theme Parks in Tateishi

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

みちのくあじさい園

Clinics in Tateishi

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ひらいずみ内科クリニック
奥州市国保衣川診療所

Dentists in Tateishi

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sasaki Dental Clinic
平泉歯科診療所

Train Stations in Tateishi

7 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Geibikei
Hiraizumi
Maesawa
Rikuchu-Matsukawa
Shibajyuku
Surisawa
Yamanome

Gas Stations in Tateishi

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eneos
ENEOS
IDEMITSU
JP #3148781658
JP #4830638428

Banks in Tateishi

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tohoku Bank Hiraizumi Branch
いわて平泉農協 平泉支店
一関信用金庫 平泉支店
岩手銀行 平泉支店

Stadiums & Teams in Tateishi

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Tateishi

15 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Izumigatake Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Spring Valley Izumi Kogen 0.0 $0
Kurobushi Kogen Snow Park Jangle Jungle 0.0 $0
Hanagasa Kogen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Yakurai Garden Ski Area 0.0 $0
Uenono Ski Area 0.0 $0
Onikobe Ski Area 0.0 $0
Jeunesse Kurikoma Ski Area 0.0 $0
Tengamori Ski Area 0.0 $0
Inakawa Ski Area Suberotta 0.0 $0
Geto Kogen 0.0 $0
Akabane Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Choei Yuda Ski Area 0.0 $0
Gosannen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Omagari Family Ski Area 0.0 $0

Airports Near Tateishi

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Iwate Hanamaki AirportHNAMedium Airport
JASDF Matsushima Air BaseMedium Airport
Yamagata AirportGAJMedium Airport
Inazawa Auxiliary Microlight AirportSmall Airport
Izumigatake Paragliding SchoolSmall Airport
JGSDF Kasuminome AirfieldSmall Airport
Osato GliderportSmall Airport
Rifu Morigo Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Semine AirstripSmall Airport
Yamatanigawa Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Tateishi

13 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Akozu Summary Post Office
Chusonji Summary Post Office
Gembi Post Office
Higashiyama Post Office
Hiraizumi Post Office
Koromogawa Post Office
Maesawa Post Office
Maikawa Post Office
Maikusa Summary Post Office
Minaminata Summary Post Office
Nagashima Post Office
Sewara Summary Post Office
Takozu Summary Post Office

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Tateishi

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Hiraizumi – Temples, Gardens and Archaeological Sites Representing the Buddhist Pure LandCultural2011

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tateishi

30 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chūson Temple
Mōtsū Temple
Saikouji Takkoku Iwaya
Takadachigikei-do
儛草神社
八雲神社
八雲神社
円教院
利生院
圓乗院
塩沢神社
大沢山神社
女二子神社
小島神社
少名彦神社
山門
常住院
平泉祇園鎮座 八坂神社
愛宕神社
日吉神社
日向館八幡神社
月山神社
杉ノ沢八幡神社
温泉神社
熊野三社
白山神社
菅原神社
見性寺
釈尊院
駒形根神社

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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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Tateishi

Hiraizumi – Temples, Gardens and Archaeological Sites Representing the Buddhist Pure Land
Cultural · inscribed 2011
Hiraizumi - Temples, Gardens and Archaeological Sites Representing the Buddhist Pure Land comprises five sites, including the sacred Mount Kinkeisan. It features vestiges of government offices dating from the 11th and 12th centuries when Hiraizumi was the admi...

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 Tateishi

What is the population of Tateishi?

Tateishi has a population of 7,252 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 296 people per square mile, spread across 24.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Tateishi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,100, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $64,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $320 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 Tateishi?

Tateishi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.6 inches, with 7.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Tateishi?

The job market in Tateishi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 232 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tateishi?

The median home value in Tateishi is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.

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