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Utazu, Japan

Kagawa · Japan

Utazu is a small city in Kagawa, Japan with a population of 18,699. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
18,699 Population 5,974/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
60.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$29,800 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$29,800 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,000 home value, $360/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population18,699
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density5,974/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$29,800
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,000
Rent$360
Housing Units7,480

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain60.1 in/yr
Sunny Days227/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Population18,699
Population Density5,974 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates34.3000°, 133.8167°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKagawa
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation60.1 inches (1,527 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$29,800
Median Age49.8 years

About Utazu

Utazu is a small city in Japan (Kagawa) with a population of 18,699. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Utazu has a population of 18,699 with a density of 5,974 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

18,699
Total Population
5,974
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above Japan avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Utazu vs Japan Average

The median household income in Utazu is $29,800, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 598 business establishments.

Income: Utazu vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,800
60% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)598

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Utazu is $72,000, 74% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $360 (69% below the national average of $1,163). There are 7,480 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$72,000
74% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$360
69% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units7,480

Property Tax

Climate in Utazu

Utazu has an average annual temperature of 16.9°C (62°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.9°C), the coldest is Jan (5.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1140 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.9°C / 43°F 2.1° / 9.7° 38.4
Feb 6.4°C / 44°F 2.2° / 10.5° 46.6
Mar 9.4°C / 49°F 4.9° / 14° 81.0
Apr 14.7°C / 58°F 9.7° / 19.7° 75.5
May 19.8°C / 68°F 15° / 24.7° 100.9
Jun 23.8°C / 75°F 19.9° / 27.6° 153.0
Jul 27.8°C / 82°F 24° / 31.6° 160.4
Aug 28.9°C / 84°F 25° / 32.8° 102.2
Sep 25°C / 77°F 21.3° / 28.8° 156.2
Oct 19.2°C / 67°F 15.1° / 23.2° 126.3
Nov 13.2°C / 56°F 9° / 17.5° 54.4
Dec 8.1°C / 47°F 4.1° / 12.1° 44.7
Utazu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 227 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above Japan avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days227 days/yr

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density5,974/sq mi
Coordinates34.3000°N, 133.8167°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.1"
58% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.57"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

168 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 29, 2025.

Jan 16, 1995 8 km S of Akashi, Japan M6.9 115 km
Mar 24, 2001 16 km SSW of Kure, Japan M6.8 121 km
Oct 6, 2000 8 km ESE of Matsue, Japan M6.7 143 km
Apr 12, 2013 6 km WNW of Sumoto, Japan M5.8 93 km
Aug 20, 1999 22 km SE of Kainan, Japan M5.7 149 km
Aug 28, 1991 9 km SSW of Yasugich?, Japan M5.5 128 km
Oct 8, 2000 32 km N of Sh?bara, Japan M5.4 118 km
Sep 16, 2002 24 km SW of Kurayoshi, Japan M5.3 107 km
Sep 3, 1997 21 km S of Yasugich?, Japan M5.3 117 km
Jan 11, 2001 15 km E of Tottori, Japan M5.3 141 km
Mar 25, 2001 22 km WNW of H?j?, Japan M5.2 121 km
Oct 8, 2000 8 km SSW of Yonago, Japan M5.2 127 km
Mar 13, 2019 22 km ESE of Anan, Japan M5.2 110 km
Apr 26, 2007 15 km ESE of Niihama, Japan M5.1 56 km
Jan 16, 1995 20 km SW of Akashi, Japan M5.0 97 km
Jul 5, 2011 12 km NNW of Gob?, Japan M5.0 126 km
Oct 13, 1995 10 km ESE of Akashi, Japan M4.9 124 km
Sep 28, 1990 24 km NNW of Kariya, Japan M4.9 82 km
Jun 18, 2021 1 km ENE of ?zu, Japan M4.9 146 km
Aug 22, 1994 39 km S of Anan, Japan M4.9 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

46 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lan (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 2 186 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 91 km
2018 Trami Category 1 134 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 88 km
2017 Noru Category 1 100 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 169 km
2015 Goni Category 1 276 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 151 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 206 km
2014 Halong Category 1 152 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 214 km
2011 Roke Category 4 249 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 100 km
2009 Melor Category 1 243 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 195 km
2007 Usagi Category 2 217 km
2007 Man-yi Category 1 201 km
2005 Nabi Category 1 247 km
2004 Songda Category 2 185 km
2004 Chaba Category 2 105 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1711 SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 1,000 17 km
1510 OSAKA BAY Earthquake 2.0 m - 149 km
1808 E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 1.5 m - 101 km
1995 KOBE, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 6,434 119 km
1791 OASAKA BAY Earthquake - - 147 km
1331 OFF TANABE, WAKAYAMA PREFECTURE Earthquake - - 144 km
745 OSAKA BAY, JAPAN Earthquake - - 140 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Sanbesan (144 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sanbesan Stratovolcano 1,126 m (3,694 ft) 650 144 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
March 47°F (8°C) 3.6 in
April 57°F (14°C) 5.9 in
May 65°F (18°C) 6.2 in
June 72°F (22°C) 9.6 in Wettest
July 80°F (26°C) 8.2 in
August 81°F (27°C) 4.5 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 9.0 in
October 64°F (18°C) 4.8 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in
December 44°F (7°C) 1.5 in Driest

Utazu has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 40°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 60.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.6") and December the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Utazu

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立川津小学校 - - - -
市立飯山北小学校 - - - -
香川丸亀養護学校 - - - -
星槎国際高等学校 丸亀学習センター - - - -
市立城辰小学校 - - - -
市立東中学校 - - - -
県立飯山高等学校 - - - -
市立城東小学校 - - - -
Municipal Iino Elementary School - - - -
町立宇多津小学校 - - - -
町立宇多津北小学校 - - - -
丸亀市立城北小学校 - - - -
丸亀市立飯山中学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Utazu

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Utazu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ACTことひら
Ando Museum
Benesse House Beach
Benesse House Museum
Betty Smith
Chichu Art Museum
Kotohira Marine Museum
Kotohira Shrine Museum
Lee Ufan Museum
Marugame Genichiro-Inokuma Museum of Contemporary Art
Megi House
Nakatsu Banshoen and Marugame Museum of Art
Naoshima Neew Museum of Art
Naoshima New Museum of Art
Nozaki's Historical Museum
Ogijima Lighthouse Museum
Onigashima Oninoyakata Museum
Paintings by Maruyama Okyo
Sanuki Folk Art Museum
Takahashi Yuichi Museum
Takamatsu City Museum of Art
Takamatsu Historical Archive
The Kagawa Museum
Tobias Rehberger
Valley Gallery
Yokoo House
うたづ海ホタル
プラネタリウム&科学館 Planetarium
三豊市詫間町民俗資料館・考古館
丸亀市立資料館
丸亀平井美術館
乃木館
五流博物館
倉敷埋蔵文化財センター
善通寺市美術館
坂出市民美術館
少林寺拳法発祥の地記念館
左甚五郎美術館
左甚五郎美術館(閉館中)
平尾篤勇美術館
正覚院(山寺)宝物館
水谷公記念館
海岸寺宝物館
漆芸研究所
瀬戸内海歴史民俗資料館
灸まん美術館
玉島海洋資料館
福田歴史民俗資料館
粟島海洋記念館
紫雲出山遺跡館
美馬郷土博物館
自然生態展示館
荻野美術館
観音寺市ちょうさ会館
讃岐国分寺跡資料館
豊浜郷土資料館
豊浜郷土資料館
速水史朗アトリエ
金陵の郷
鎌田共済会郷土博物館
香川大学博物館
香川県文化会館
香川県自然科学館
高松城陳列館
鴨方郷土資料館
鹽竈記念館

Libraries in Utazu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kotohiragu Library0.0
Ogijima Library0.0
Takamatsu City Library0.0
まんのう町立図書館0.0
みとよこども図書館0.0
ライフパーク倉敷 図書室0.0
ライブラリーうたづ0.0
三豊市山本町図書館0.0
丸亀まちライブラリー ブックがる0.0
丸亀市立中央図書館0.0
丸亀市立綾歌図書館0.0
丸亀市立飯山図書館0.0
仁尾町図書館0.0
倉敷市立児島図書館0.0
倉敷市立水島図書館0.0
倉敷市立玉島図書館0.0
善通寺市立図書館0.0
四国学院大学図書館0.0
国分寺町立図書館0.0
坂出市立大橋記念図書館0.0
多度津町立明徳会図書館0.0
岡山市立灘崎町図書館0.0
玉野市立図書館0.0
観音寺市中央図書館0.0
観音寺市立大野原図書館0.0
観音寺市立豊浜図書館0.0
豊中町立図書館0.0
金光さつき図書館0.0
金光図書館0.0
鴨方町立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Utazu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
岡山市サウスヴィレッジ
新鮮市場きむら
新鮮市場きむら
玉島魚市場
観音寺地方卸売市場
香川県中部青果

Hotels in Utazu

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

オークラホテル丸亀
ビジネスホテル青山
ホテルアネシス瀬戸大橋

Restaurants in Utazu

45 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

B-Dine
CoCo ICHIBANYA
Coco's
COVO
Gyoza no Ohsho
Joyfull
Pizza & Pasta Nagagutsu
PonPon
Rairaitei
Saizeriya
Yakiniku King
いたずらたもご
うどん植田
お食事処つるぎ
かなめ
カフェレストラン
ここも
こだわり麺や宇多津店
さぬきうどん千徳飯山店
セルフうどん かめまる
トマトの木
とんこつラーメン たでや
なかむらうどん(飯山)
ぶっかけうどん池田
まごころ
一丁
味の時計台
味源
塩がま屋
壱角家 宇多津店
山の谷うどん
府中家うどん丸亀店
手打うどん渡辺
手打ちうどん うぶしな
日乃屋カレー
日本料理たちばな
楽園
海鮮食堂おくどさん
純手打うどんよしや
藤村
遊食房屋
青春のおそばやさん
香川の食堂 まいしょく家 丸亀飯山店
骨付鳥 一鶴
骨付鳥 焼鳥 梵天丸

Cafes in Utazu

13 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

21時にアイス
GOOD NEIGHBORS COFFEE
Komeda Coffee Shop
Komeda's Coffee
Starbucks
THOTH COFEE
노을
くぼさんのとうふショップ
ピアノカフェルフラン
ベルン
古街交流プラザ
喫茶ホワイトハウス
坂元珈琲

Cinemas in Utazu

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AEON Cinema

Clinics in Utazu

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

いけうち小児科
柴田整形外科クリニック
瀬戸内クリニック

Dentists in Utazu

5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

あまの歯科ファミリークリニック
おおさわ歯科医院
ごうだおとなこども歯科
じょう歯科医院
大塚歯科医院

Veterinaries in Utazu

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

KOKOどうぶつ病院

Train Stations in Utazu

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Utazu

Bus Stations in Utazu

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

坂出インターバスターミナル

Gas Stations in Utazu

15 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

apollostation
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
Idemitsu
JP #1765697710
PETRAS
三木石油 ニュー島田
宇多津SS
宇多津セントラルSS
川井石油
建石石油
飯山SS

Banks in Utazu

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

四国労働金庫
百十四銀行
百十四銀行飯山支店
高松信用金庫
高松信用金庫

Shopping Malls in Utazu

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AEON Town Utadsu

Gyms in Utazu

3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Curves
JOYFIT
伊藤スイミングスクール

Stadiums & Teams in Utazu

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Utazu

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ishizuchi SKi & Snowbaord Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ikawa Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Utazu

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Okayama Momotaro AirportOKJLarge Airport
Takamatsu AirportTAKLarge Airport
Kasaoka Air Station-Small Airport
Kohnan Airport-Small Airport
Yoshiigawa Eku Gliderport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Utazu

10 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Doki Summary Post Office
Hanzan Post Office
Higashiogawa Post Office
Marugame Dokihigashi Post Office
Marugame Iino Post Office
Marugame Kawanishi Post Office
Sakaide Kawazu Post Office
Utazu Aminoura Post Office
Utazu Post Office
宇多津網の浦郵便局

Treatment Centers in Utazu

17 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Mashima Internal Medicine/Cardiology Clinic
Senoo clinic
あきやまクリニック
こくぶ脳外科・内科クリニック
ぴ~ちデイ
ふくだ眼科クリニック
ヘルスケアオフィス
むらかわクリニック
丸亀町アイクリニック
仏生山駅前診療所
創心會 水島地域リハビリケアセンター
喜樂整骨院
大西整形外科クリニック
綾田クリニック
野田医院
高松e眼科
高松紺屋町クリニック

Churches & Religious Organizations in Utazu

44 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
78 Goshoji
セブンスデー・アドベンチスト丸亀教会
丸亀城東町キリスト教会
亀山神社
伊勢神社
八坂神社
八幡神社
南隆寺
双子山神社
吉岡神社
吉祥院
大善院
威徳寺
宇夫階神社
定福寺弥勤院
寶津寺
専念寺
常楽寺
志賀神社
恵比須神社
斎神社
春日神社
木村神社
末日聖徒イエス・キリスト教会 丸亀支部
本妙寺
板屋神社
泉聖天教
浄泉寺
湯殿神社
産巣日神社
田潮八幡神社
真光寺
神石神社
秋葉神社
総社神社
聖徳院
荒神社
蛭子神社
蛭子神社
西光寺
西光寺
西蓮寺
讃留霊王神社
飯神社

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 Utazu

What is the population of Utazu?

Utazu has a population of 18,699 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 5,974 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Utazu expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,800, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $72,000 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $360 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 Utazu?

Utazu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 227 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.1 inches.

How is the job market in Utazu?

The job market in Utazu is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 598 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Utazu?

The median home value in Utazu is $72,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $360.

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