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Uken, Japan
Kagoshima · Japan
Uken is a small town in Kagoshima, Japan with a population of 1,843. Elevation: 486 ft (148 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Uken
Uken is a village located on Amami Ōshima, in Ōshima District, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan.
People
Economy
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| Population | 1,843 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 486 ft (148 m) |
| Coordinates | 28.3000°, 129.2333° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Kagoshima |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 98.4 inches (2,498 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,600 |
| Median Age | 50.0 years |
About Uken
Uken is a small town in Japan (Kagoshima) with a population of 1,843. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet (148 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 98.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Uken vs Japan Average
Income: Uken vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $26,600 |
| 65% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 59 |
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 | 737 |
Property Tax
Climate in Uken
Uken has an average annual temperature of 21.9°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.2°C), the coldest is Jan (14.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 2922 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.6°F |
| 29% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 162 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 486 ft (148 m) |
| Area | 1,094.2 sq mi (2,833.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.3000°N, 129.2333°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.6 m (8 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1995 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.6 m | - | 101 km |
| 1995 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.5 m | - | 93 km |
| 1901 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 110 km |
| 1911 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | 12 | 82 km |
| 1664 | TORISHIMA, RYUKYU ISLANDS | Astronomical | - | - | 109 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yokoate-jima (60 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yokoate-jima | Stratovolcano(es) | 495 m (1,624 ft) | 1835 | 60 km |
| Io-Torishima | Complex | 212 m (696 ft) | 1968 | 110 km |
| Akusekijima | Stratovolcano(es) | 555 m (1,821 ft) | Unknown | 134 km |
| Suwanosejima | Stratovolcano(es) | 796 m (2,612 ft) | 2020 | 156 km |
| Nakanoshima | Stratovolcano(es) | 979 m (3,212 ft) | 1914 | 184 km |
| Kuchinoshima | Stratovolcano(es) | 628 m (2,060 ft) | 1190 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 6.1 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 7.1 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 9.5 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 11.9 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 14.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 8.6 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 6.7 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 7.2 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 5.0 in | Driest |
Uken has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 57°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 98.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (14.8") and December the driest (5.0").
Schools in Uken
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 村立久志中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 村立久志小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 村立今里中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 村立今里小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 村立名柄中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 村立名柄小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 村立田検中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 村立田検小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 村立阿室中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 村立阿室小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立久慈中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立久慈小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立古志小学校(休校中) | - | - | - | - |
| 町立管鈍中学校(休校中) | - | - | - | - |
| 町立管鈍小学校(休校中) | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Uken
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Uken
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 加計呂麻島展示・体験交流館 | ||||
| 原野豊芸博物館 | ||||
| 奄美戦史模型資料館 | ||||
| 民俗資料館 | ||||
| 瀬戸内町立郷土館 |
Libraries in Uken
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 瀬戸内町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Uken
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Uken
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Amami Airport | ASJ | Medium Airport |
| Kikai Airport | KKX | Medium Airport |
| Tokunoshima Airport | TKN | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Uken
9 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 久慈郵便局 | |
| 今里簡易郵便局 | |
| 古志簡易郵便局 | |
| 名柄郵便局 | |
| 宇検久志郵便局 | |
| 宇検郵便局 | |
| 芦検簡易郵便局 | |
| 西古見郵便局 | |
| 阿室郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Uken
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 金毘羅神社 | |
| 須古厳島神社 |
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Uken
What is the population of Uken?
Uken has a population of 1,843 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,094.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Uken expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,600, 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 Uken?
Uken enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 162 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 98.4 inches.
How is the job market in Uken?
The job market in Uken is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 59 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Uken?
The median home value in Uken is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.