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Tsukabaru, Japan
Miyazaki · Japan
Tsukabaru is a small town in Miyazaki, Japan with a population of 1,486. Elevation: 725 ft (221 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
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About Tsukabaru
Tsukabaru Dam is a concrete gravity dam built on the Mimi River for hydro-electric power generation in the Miyazaki Prefecture in Japan. The dam, built by the Kyushu Electric Power Co, Ltd. in 1938, was commissioned only in 1993. When built to a height of 87 m (285 ft) it was the highest gravity type dam in Japan, only to be surpassed later by the Kamishiba Dam raised in the uppermost reaches of the Mimi River.
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| Population | 1,486 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.5167°, 131.3333° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Miyazaki |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 110.1 inches (2,796 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.4 inches (19 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,200 |
| Median Age | 50.2 years |
About Tsukabaru
Tsukabaru is a small town in Japan (Miyazaki) with a population of 1,486. The city sits at an elevation of 725 feet (221 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 110.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Tsukabaru vs Japan Average
Income: Tsukabaru vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $26,200 |
| 65% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 48 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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 Units | 594 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.2°F |
| 1% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 163 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
| Area | 231.1 sq mi (598.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.5167°N, 131.3333°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 | 100 km |
| 1596 | BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU | Eruption + Earthquake | 8.0 m | 708 | 94 km |
| 1780 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Astronomical | 6.0 m | — | 118 km |
| 1662 | HIUGANADA | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 200 | 110 km |
| 1968 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 3.1 m | 1 | 112 km |
| 1914 | SEIKAIDO | Eruption | 3.0 m | 63 | 122 km |
| 1769 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.5 m | — | 67 km |
| 1941 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 2 | 92 km |
| 1939 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 1 | 67 km |
| 1931 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 1 | 80 km |
| 1929 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.7 m | — | 122 km |
| 1961 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.7 m | 2 | 111 km |
| 1996 | KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 71 km |
| 2024 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 91 km |
| 1970 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 49 km |
| 1899 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 93 km |
| 2025 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 82 km |
| 1996 | SEA OF JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 81 km |
| 1984 | KYUSHU, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 59 km |
| 1969 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 80 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Asosan (46 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Asosan | Caldera | 1,592 m (5,223 ft) | 2020 | 46 km |
| Kujusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,791 m (5,876 ft) | 1996 | 64 km |
| Kirishimayama | Shield | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2018 | 79 km |
| Yufu-Tsurumi | Lava dome(s) | 1,584 m (5,197 ft) | 867 | 85 km |
| Unzendake | Complex | 1,483 m (4,865 ft) | 1996 | 101 km |
| Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike | Maar(s) | 40 m (131 ft) | -6200 | 108 km |
| Aira | Caldera | 1,117 m (3,665 ft) | 2020 | 121 km |
| Ata | Caldera(s) | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 885 | 161 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 6.9 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 9.2 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 11.1 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 19.2 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 20.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 13.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 10.5 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 5.9 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
Tsukabaru has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 33°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 110.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (20.1") and December the driest (2.6").
Schools in Tsukabaru
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 村立七ツ山小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立松尾中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立荒谷小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立諸塚中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立諸塚小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tsukabaru
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Tsukabaru
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shiiba Museum of Folk Performing Arts | ||||
| 天岩戸神社徴古館 | ||||
| 百済の館 | ||||
| 若山牧水生家 | ||||
| 若山牧水記念文学館 | ||||
| 高千穂町コミュニティセンター（歴史民俗資料館） |
Libraries in Tsukabaru
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shiba Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ミニライブラリー | 0.0 | |||||
| 北方町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北郷図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 山都町立図書館清和分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 山都町立図書館蘇陽分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高千穂町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tsukabaru
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Takachiho Gamadase market |
Bus Stations in Tsukabaru
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tsukabaru
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Tsukabaru
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 Tsukabaru
10 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 |
| Kuju Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Oita Prefectural (Oitakenou) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Shirakawa Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Taragi Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ubuyama Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tsukabaru
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 七ツ山郵便局 | |
| 諸塚郵便局 |
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What is the population of Tsukabaru?
Tsukabaru has a population of 1,486 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 231.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Tsukabaru expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,200, 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 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Tsukabaru?
Tsukabaru has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 163 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 110.1 inches, with 7.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Tsukabaru?
The job market in Tsukabaru is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 48 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Tsukabaru?
The median home value in Tsukabaru is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.