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Tsukawaki, Japan

Oita · Japan

Tsukawaki is a small city in Oita, Japan with a population of 18,371. Elevation: 1,102 ft (336 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
18,371 Population 115/sq mi density
1,102 ft Elevation 336 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
85.9 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

Population18,371
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density115/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,600
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units7,348

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain85.9 in/yr
Sunny Days190/yr
Elevation1,102 ft (336 m)
Population18,371
Population Density115 / sq mi
Elevation1,102 ft (336 m)
Coordinates33.2767°, 131.1563°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOita
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation85.9 inches (2,181 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$28,600
Median Age50.2 years

About Tsukawaki

Tsukawaki is a small city in Japan (Oita) with a population of 18,371. The city sits at an elevation of 1,102 feet (336 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Tsukawaki has a population of 18,371 with a density of 115 people per square mile, spread across 160.0 square miles. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

18,371
Total Population
115
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
160.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tsukawaki vs Japan Average

The median household income in Tsukawaki 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 588 business establishments.

Income: Tsukawaki vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)588

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tsukawaki 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 7,348 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 Units7,348

Property Tax

Climate in Tsukawaki

Tsukawaki 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 0 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / 9.4° 0.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / 11.5° 0.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / 15.7° 0.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / 21.2° 0.0
May 0°C / 32°F — / 26.3° 0.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / 28.9° 0.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / 32.7° 0.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / 33.9° 0.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / 29.7° 0.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / 24.4° 0.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / 17.8° 0.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / 11.7° 0.0
Tsukawaki experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 190 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 85.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,102 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above Japan avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days190 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,102 ft (336 m)
Area160.0 sq mi (414.3 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates33.2767°N, 131.1563°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 85.9"
126% above Japan avg
Snowfall 2.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 16.14"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

361 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 6, 2025.

Apr 15, 2016 6 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M7.0 66 km
Mar 20, 2005 28 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M6.6 112 km
Mar 13, 2014 32 km SSW of Hikari, Japan M6.3 77 km
Apr 17, 2024 18 km W of Uwajima, Japan M6.3 112 km
Jan 21, 2022 27 km SSE of Saiki, Japan M6.3 102 km
Jun 11, 2006 15 km S of Tsukawaki, Japan M6.3 16 km
Apr 14, 2016 2 km SSE of Kumamoto, Japan M6.2 69 km
Apr 14, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M6.0 76 km
Jun 25, 1997 17 km E of Hagi, Japan M5.9 131 km
Apr 5, 2009 10 km N of Miyazaki, Japan M5.8 143 km
Apr 15, 2016 6 km S of Kikuchi, Japan M5.7 51 km
Apr 25, 2001 18 km SE of Saiki, Japan M5.7 95 km
Apr 15, 2016 10 km NE of Aso, Japan M5.5 30 km
Apr 19, 2005 8 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M5.5 99 km
Jul 12, 2015 12 km SSW of Usuki, Japan M5.5 62 km
Mar 27, 2006 45 km SSE of Saiki, Japan M5.5 120 km
May 22, 1998 9 km NE of Bungo-Takada-shi, Japan M5.5 51 km
Apr 18, 2016 8 km NNE of Aso, Japan M5.5 30 km
Apr 15, 2016 5 km WSW of Aso, Japan M5.4 42 km
Apr 14, 2016 14 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.4 67 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 2 118 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 2 63 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 1 279 km
2020 Haishen Category 2 194 km
2020 Maysak Category 1 283 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 67 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 266 km
2018 Trami Category 1 204 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 190 km
2017 Noru Category 1 184 km
2016 Malakas Category 3 167 km
2016 Namtheun Category 1 300 km
2015 Goni Category 3 88 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 294 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 290 km
2014 Halong Category 1 196 km
2013 Danas Category 1 251 km
2012 Sanba Category 2 297 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 196 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 288 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

15 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 99 km
1596 BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU Eruption + Earthquake 8.0 m 708 51 km
1769 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 2.5 m 134 km
1939 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.8 m 1 134 km
1931 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.8 m 1 149 km
1970 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.3 m 130 km
1984 KYUSHU, JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m 123 km
1969 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m 149 km
1899 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 125 km
1828 AMAKUSA SEA Earthquake 139 km
1715 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 51 km
1698 SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO Earthquake 51 km
1619 YATSUSHIRO, JAPAN Earthquake 101 km
1597 BEPPU BAY, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake 40 41 km
744 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1,520 115 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yufu-Tsurumi (22 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 22 km
Kujusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,791 m (5,876 ft) 1996 23 km
Asosan Caldera 1,592 m (5,223 ft) 2020 44 km
Unzendake Complex 1,483 m (4,865 ft) 1996 98 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 142 km
Kirishimayama Shield 1,700 m (5,577 ft) 2018 152 km
Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike Maar(s) 40 m (131 ft) -6200 176 km
Aira Caldera 1,117 m (3,665 ft) 2020 193 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 3.8 in
March 43°F (6°C) 5.3 in
April 53°F (11°C) 7.1 in
May 60°F (16°C) 8.1 in
June 67°F (20°C) 14.8 in
July 74°F (23°C) 16.1 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 9.4 in Warmest
September 69°F (20°C) 8.4 in
October 59°F (15°C) 4.6 in
November 49°F (10°C) 3.1 in
December 40°F (4°C) 2.4 in Driest

Tsukawaki has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 35°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 85.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.1") and December the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Tsukawaki

28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
町立杉河内小学校
塚脇小
森中央小
森高校
玖珠中
県立玖珠農業高等学校
県立森高等学校
町立玖珠中学校
町立片草小学校(休校中)
町立森中学校
町立森中央小学校相之迫分校(休校中)
町立森中央小学校
町立東飯田小学校
町立東飯田中学校
市立桜竹小学校
町立春日小学校
町立日出生小学校
町立日出生中学校
町立山浦中学校
町立小田小学校
町立塚脇小学校
町立古後小学校
町立古後中学校
町立北山田小学校
町立北山田中学校
町立八幡小学校鳥屋分校(休校中)
町立八幡小学校
町立八幡中学校
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Radio Stations near Tsukawaki

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Tsukawaki

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bungomori Locomotive Museum
Shingeki no Kyojin in Hita Museum Annex
Yufuin Health Hot Springs Museum
Yufuin Retro Motor Museum
九州電力 八丁原発電所展示館
坂本善三美術館
天領日田歴史資料館
天領日田洋酒博物館
廣瀬資料館
日田まちづくり歴史資料館
日田祇園山鉾会館
由布院夢美術館
由布院昭和館
由布院美術館
耶馬溪風物館
英彦山修験道館
草野本家
進撃の巨人ミュージアム
雛御殿

Libraries in Tsukawaki

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
中津市立山国図書館0.0
中津市立本耶馬渓図書館0.0
中津市立耶馬渓図書館0.0
九重町図書館0.0
宇佐市民図書館安心院分館0.0
宇佐市民図書館院内分館0.0
日田市立淡窓図書館0.0

Train Stations in Tsukawaki

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bungo-Mori
Kita-Yamada
Sugikawachi

Ski Resorts Near Tsukawaki

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 Tsukawaki

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fukuoka AirportFUKLarge Airport
Kitakyushu AirportKKJLarge Airport
Kumamoto AirportKMJLarge Airport
JASDF Ashiya Air BaseMedium Airport
JASDF Tsuiki Air BaseMedium Airport
Oita AirportOITMedium Airport
Yamaguchi Ube AirportUBJMedium Airport
Aso Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
JGSDF Metabaru AirfieldSmall Airport
Kuju GliderportSmall Airport
Oita Prefectural (Oitakenou) AirportSmall Airport
Shirakawa GliderportSmall Airport
Ubuyama Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Tsukawaki

12 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
北山田郵便局
古後簡易郵便局
塚脇郵便局
大野原簡易郵便局
小田簡易郵便局
小野原簡易郵便局
山浦簡易郵便局
森郵便局
深耶馬溪簡易郵便局
玖珠大隈簡易郵便局
玖珠郵便局
豊後八幡郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tsukawaki

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
唐杉天満宮
宝八幡宮

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Waterfalls
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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 Tsukawaki

What is the population of Tsukawaki?

Tsukawaki has a population of 18,371 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 115 people per square mile, spread across 160.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Tsukawaki 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 Tsukawaki?

Tsukawaki has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 190 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.9 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Tsukawaki?

The job market in Tsukawaki is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 588 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tsukawaki?

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

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