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Wasa, Japan
Wakayama · Japan
Wasa is a small city in Wakayama, Japan with a population of 9,219. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wasa
Wasa Station is a passenger railway station in located in the town of Hidakagawa, Hidaka District, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, operated by West Japan Railway Company.
People
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| Population | 9,219 |
| Population Density | 55 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.8963°, 135.2076° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Wakayama |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.5 inches (1,791 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 50.8 years |
About Wasa
Wasa is a small city in Japan (Wakayama) with a population of 9,219. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Wasa vs Japan Average
Income: Wasa vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $28,900 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 295 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $70,000 |
| 75% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $350 |
| 70% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 3,688 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.4°F |
| 10% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 208 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 166.2 sq mi (430.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8963°N, 135.2076°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 28.0 m (92 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1854 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 28.0 m | 3,000 | 91 km |
| 1707 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 25.7 m | 5,000 | 86 km |
| 1605 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 5,000 | 104 km |
| 1946 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 6.6 m | 1,362 | 108 km |
| 1711 | SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 1,000 | 120 km |
| 1520 | KII, KUMANANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 106 km |
| 1510 | OSAKA BAY | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 80 km |
| 1403 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 121 km |
| 922 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 138 km |
| 1808 | E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 1.5 m | - | 38 km |
| 1948 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 96 km |
| 1995 | KOBE, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 6,434 | 78 km |
| 1791 | OASAKA BAY | Earthquake | - | - | 69 km |
| 1498 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | - | - | 44 km |
| 1361 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | - | 660 | 102 km |
| 1360 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | - | - | 107 km |
| 1331 | OFF TANABE, WAKAYAMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | - | - | 22 km |
| 1099 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | - | - | 103 km |
| 887 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | - | - | 100 km |
| 745 | OSAKA BAY, JAPAN | Earthquake | - | - | 79 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 6.7 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 7.1 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 7.5 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 10.2 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 5.9 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
Wasa has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 41°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 70.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.7") and December the driest (2.0").
Schools in Wasa
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立三百瀬小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立中津中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立丹生中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立和佐小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立山野小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立川辺西小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立早蘇中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立江川小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立真妻小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立稲原中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立稲原小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 組合立大成中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 私立和歌山南陵高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wasa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Wasa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minakata Kumagusu Archives | ||||
| Minakata Kumagusu's House | ||||
| Tanabe City Museum of Art | ||||
| ぎゃらりい梅園 | ||||
| 南方熊楠記念館 | ||||
| 御坊市歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 旧栖原家 | ||||
| 有田川町鉄道交流館 | ||||
| 有田市郷土資料館 | ||||
| 湯浅おもちゃ博物館 | ||||
| 湯浅しょうゆ資料館角長の職入蔵 | ||||
| 熊野古道 歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 甚風呂 | ||||
| 白浜民俗温泉資料館 | ||||
| 白浜民俗温泉資料館 | ||||
| 紀州博物館 | ||||
| 職人蔵 | ||||
| 蒸気機関車 D51 1085号機 | ||||
| 醤油資料館 |
Libraries in Wasa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shirahama-cho Children's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| みなべ町立図書館上南部分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| みなべ町立図書館中央館(ゆめよみ館) | 0.0 | |||||
| 上富田町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 和歌山県立紀南図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 地域交流センター ALEC | 0.0 | |||||
| 地域交流センター ALEC | 0.0 | |||||
| 御坊市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 海南市下津図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 海南市下津図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 湯浅町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 白浜町立図書館白浜分室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 美浜町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 金屋町図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Wasa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| とれとれ市場 | |||||
| 株式会社 ユニ・ワールド 本社/営業本部 |
Train Stations in Wasa
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Wasa
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Wasa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nagisa Beer | ||||
| Voyager brewing co. | ||||
| Voyager brewing co. |
Airports Near Wasa
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kansai International Airport | KIX | Large Airport |
| Kobe Airport | UKB | Large Airport |
| Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air Base | TKS | Large Airport |
| Nanki Shirahama Airport | SHM | Medium Airport |
| Yao Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| JGSDF Shinodayama Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Wasa
8 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hayaso Post Office | |
| Inahara Post Office | |
| Kawabe Habu Summary Post Office | |
| Kawabe San-ya Summary Post Office | |
| Kawanaka Post Office | |
| Mazuma Post Office | |
| Sakinohara Post Office | |
| にう ゆうびんきょく |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wasa
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 丹生神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Wasa
What is the population of Wasa?
Wasa has a population of 9,219 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 166.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Wasa expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,900, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $70,000 (75% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $350 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 Wasa?
Wasa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 208 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.5 inches.
How is the job market in Wasa?
The job market in Wasa is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 295 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Wasa?
The median home value in Wasa is $70,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $350.