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Yaese, Japan

Okinawa · Japan

Yaese is a mid-size city in Okinawa, Japan with a population of 30,941. Elevation: 203 ft (62 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
30,941 Population 2,972/sq mi density
203 ft Elevation 62 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
83.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$24,800 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$24,800 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,000 home value, $370/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population30,941
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density2,972/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,800
Unemployment3.6%

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,000
Rent$370
Housing Units12,376

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain83.1 in/yr
Sunny Days185/yr
Elevation203 ft (62 m)
Population30,941
Population Density2,972 / sq mi
Elevation203 ft (62 m)
Coordinates26.1273°, 127.7432°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkinawa
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation83.1 inches (2,110 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,800
Median Age44.2 years

About Yaese

Yaese is a mid-size city in Japan (Okinawa) with a population of 30,941. The city sits at an elevation of 203 feet (62 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Yaese has a population of 30,941 with a density of 2,972 people per square mile, spread across 10.4 square miles. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

30,941
Total Population
2,972
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above Japan avg
10.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Yaese vs Japan Average

The median household income in Yaese is $24,800, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 990 business establishments.

Income: Yaese vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,800
67% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)990

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Yaese is $74,000, 74% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $370 (68% below the national average of $1,163). There are 12,376 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,000
74% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$370
68% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units12,376

Property Tax

Climate in Yaese

Yaese has an average annual temperature of 23.5°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.4°C), the coldest is Jan (17.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2154 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.4°C / 63°F 14.9° / 19.8° 101.7
Feb 17.7°C / 64°F 15.2° / 20.2° 114.4
Mar 19.3°C / 67°F 16.7° / 21.9° 142.4
Apr 21.6°C / 71°F 19° / 24.3° 161.5
May 24.4°C / 76°F 21.9° / 26.9° 245.3
Jun 27.4°C / 81°F 25.1° / 29.8° 284.9
Jul 29.4°C / 85°F 27° / 31.9° 188.4
Aug 29.2°C / 85°F 26.8° / 31.7° 239.8
Sep 28.2°C / 83°F 25.7° / 30.6° 273.4
Oct 25.7°C / 78°F 23.4° / 28° 172.6
Nov 22.6°C / 73°F 20.3° / 24.9° 119.3
Dec 19°C / 66°F 16.6° / 21.4° 110.2
Yaese has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 185 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 83.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 203 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above Japan avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days185 days/yr

Geography

Elevation203 ft (62 m)
Area10.4 sq mi (27.0 km²)
Population Density2,972/sq mi
Coordinates26.1273°N, 127.7432°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 83.1"
119% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.69"
Driest Month (Dec) 4.25"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

881 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 28, 2025.

Feb 26, 2010 70 km SE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M7.0 72 km
Mar 2, 2014 109 km NW of Nago, Japan M6.5 150 km
Jul 22, 2004 91 km E of Nago, Japan M6.1 122 km
Apr 14, 1991 82 km NW of Nago, Japan M6.0 119 km
May 1, 2023 69 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.9 74 km
May 17, 1990 13 km W of Nago, Japan M5.8 56 km
Jul 6, 2009 143 km SSE of Itoman, Japan M5.7 142 km
Feb 8, 2022 Ryukyu Islands, Japan M5.6 145 km
Jun 13, 2013 90 km E of Nago, Japan M5.6 123 km
May 7, 2022 137 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.5 147 km
Jun 15, 1993 130 km S of Itoman, Japan M5.5 131 km
Jul 24, 2004 77 km E of Nago, Japan M5.5 108 km
May 5, 2011 57 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.5 65 km
May 1, 1993 46 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.5 57 km
Apr 9, 1997 69 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.5 77 km
Jun 19, 2022 126 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.5 136 km
Apr 11, 1997 66 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.5 76 km
Feb 27, 2012 85 km SW of Itoman, Japan M5.4 91 km
Nov 3, 2013 60 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.4 67 km
May 6, 2022 135 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.4 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

101 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Khanun (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Khanun Category 4 78 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 4 132 km
2021 In-fa Category 2 215 km
2020 Maysak Category 4 117 km
2020 Bavi Category 2 201 km
2019 Lingling Category 4 254 km
2019 Neoguri Category 2 216 km
2019 Tapah Category 1 256 km
2018 Maria Category 3 241 km
2018 Trami Category 2 46 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 95 km
2018 Kong-rey Category 1 140 km
2017 Talim Category 3 238 km
2017 Saola Category 1 126 km
2016 Chaba Category 5 111 km
2016 Namtheun Category 3 245 km
2015 Chan-hom Category 4 162 km
2015 Goni Category 4 142 km
2015 Noul Category 1 222 km
2015 Halola Category 1 225 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.2 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1768 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 1.2 m - 26 km
2010 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m - 72 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 4.9 in
February 62°F (17°C) 5.0 in Coldest
March 66°F (19°C) 6.8 in
April 70°F (21°C) 7.3 in
May 75°F (24°C) 9.5 in
June 80°F (27°C) 9.0 in
July 84°F (29°C) 6.8 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 9.7 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 7.9 in
October 77°F (25°C) 6.8 in
November 72°F (22°C) 5.2 in
December 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in Driest

Yaese has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 62°F in February to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 83.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.7") and December the driest (4.3").

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Schools in Yaese

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Yaese Town Shinjyo Elementary School - - - -
Yaese Town Gushichan Elementary School - - - -
Yaese Town Gushichan Junior High School - - - -
Okinawa Prefecture Nanbu Technical High School - - - -
Yaese Town Kochinda Junior High School - - - -
Okinawa Prefecture Koyo High School - - - -
Yaese Town Kochinda Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Yaese

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FM Kahoku 78.7 (FMかほく, JOZZ5AM-FM, 78.7 MHz, Kahoku City, Ishikawa) enka, japan MP3 96 kbps
FM那覇 (FM Naha) - UNKNOWN

Museums in Yaese

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chatan Museum
Fukutsukan (Kamejiro Senaga and the People's History Museum)
Fukutsukan (Kamejiro Senaga and the People's History Museum)
Ginowan City Museum
Ginowan City Museum
Gushichan History and Fork Museum
Haebaru Town Museum
Haebaru Town Museum
Himeyuri Peace Museum
Kinjo Tetsuo Museum
Kinjo Tetsuo Museum
Moromi Folk Crafts Museum
Naha Hārī Museum
Naha Hārī Museum
Naha Traditional Craft Center
Naha Traditional Craft Center
Nakamurake Residence
Nanjo Art Museum
Okinawa City Museum of Postwar Culture and History HISTREET
Okinawa city Music Archives - Ongakumura
Okinawa Prefectural Art Museum (Okimyu)
Okinawa Prefectural Art Museum (Okimyu)
Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum
Okinawa World
Ryukyu simpo newspaper museum
Ryukyu simpo newspaper museum
Sakima Art Museum
Shuri castle park
Shuri castle park
Tsuboya Pottery Museum
Tsuboya Pottery Museum
Tsushimamaru Memorial museum
Tsushimamaru Memorial museum
Urasoe Castle Site and Youdore Museum
Urasoe Castle Site and Youdore Museum
Urasoe city museum
Urasoe city museum
Yonabaru Light Rail Station Museum
Yonabaru Light Rail Station Museum
うるま市立海の文化資料館
エイサー会館
与那原大綱引資料館
与那原大綱引資料館
埋蔵文化財センター
埋蔵文化財センター
展示広場
展示広場
昭和博物館~私はレトロ~
昭和博物館~私はレトロ~
東風平歴史民俗資料館
東風平歴史民俗資料館
歴史民俗資料展示室
歴史民俗資料展示室
沖縄地区税関広報展示室
沖縄地区税関広報展示室
沖縄市立郷土博物館
浦添市 歴史にふれる館
浦添市 歴史にふれる館
王国歴史博物館
糸満海人工房資料館
糸満海人工房資料館
西原劇場
西原劇場
風樹館
風樹館

Libraries in Yaese

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ayakari no mori Library0.0
Chatan Town Library0.0
Ginowan City Library0.0
Ginowan City Library0.0
Haebaru Town Library0.0
Haebaru Town Library0.0
Itoman City Central Library0.0
Kadena Town Library0.0
Library（Kadena base）0.0
Naha City Central Library0.0
Naha City Hantagawa Library0.0
Naha City Hantagawa Library0.0
Naha City Ishimine Library0.0
Naha City Ishimine Library0.0
Naha City Oroku South Library0.0
Naha City Oroku South Library0.0
Naha City Shuri Library0.0
Naha City Shuri Library0.0
Naha City Wakasa Public Library0.0
Nanjo City Library Sashiki Branch0.0
Nanjo City Library Tamagusuku branch0.0
Nanjyo City Chinen Library0.0
Nanjyo City Library Osato branch0.0
Nanjyo City Library Osato branch0.0
Nishihara Town Library0.0
Nishihara Town Library0.0
Okinawa Christian College Junior College Library0.0
Okinawa Christian College Junior College Library0.0
Okinawa City Library0.0
Okinawa International University Library0.0
Okinawa Prefectural Archives0.0
Okinawa Prefectural College of Nursing University Library0.0
Okinawa Prefectural College of Nursing University Library0.0
Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts Art Library0.0
Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts Art Library0.0
Okinawa Prefecture Library0.0
Okinawa Prefecture Library0.0
Okinawa University Library0.0
Okinawa University Library0.0
Okinawa Women's Junior College Library0.0
Okinawa Women's Junior College Library0.0
Ryukyu University Library0.0
Tomigusuku City Central Library0.0
Tomigusuku City Central Library0.0
Urasoe City Library0.0
Urasoe City Library0.0
Uruma City Central Library0.0
Uruma City Katsuren Library0.0
Yonabaru Town Library0.0
八重瀬町図書館・こども学習センター0.0
八重瀬町図書館・こども学習センター0.0
宜野湾市民図書館0.0
那覇市立牧志駅前ほしぞら図書館0.0
那覇市立牧志駅前ほしぞら図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Yaese

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
First Makishi public market
Happy More Market
JA Farmer’s Market Chanpuru Ichiba
JAファーマーズマーケット西原 うんたま市場
NOREN PLAZA
Sakaemachi Market
Sakaemachi Market
Sakaemachi Market
Tomari Port Fish Market (Tomari Iyumachi)
ファーマーズマーケットいとまん うまんちゅ市場
ファーマーズマーケットいとまん うまんちゅ市場
ファーマーズマーケット与那原あがりはま市場
ファーマーズマーケット与那原あがりはま市場
糸満市場いとま～る
西原さわふじマルシェ

Restaurants in Yaese

13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Iha Soba
パーラーデイゴ
パーラー永田
よぎ食堂
仲地山羊料理店
伊覇そば
健食バイキングちゅら島
具志頭ドライブイン
南国食堂
屋宜家
平和園そば
平田パーラー
沖縄そば自慢なんと屋

Cafes in Yaese

6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ALICE SALON
Cave Cafe
Okinawa Soba
Starbucks Coffee - Okinawa Yaese スターバックス コーヒー 沖縄八重瀬店
Tully's Coffee
ブクブク茶屋

Theatres in Yaese

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ショー会場

Castles in Yaese

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Uegusuku Castle Site

Zoos in Yaese

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ハブ博物公園

Theme Parks in Yaese

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

おきなわワールド

Clinics in Yaese

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hard care facility (satsukinoshiro)

Gas Stations in Yaese

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cosmo Yaesu Service Station
JA-SS
JAおきなわ具志頭SS
JP #1993186301

Banks in Yaese

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JAおきなわ具志頭支店
Okinawa Kaiho Bank Yaese branch

Gyms in Yaese

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JP #1481383109

Golf Courses in Yaese

6 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ザ･サザンリンクス ゴルフクラブ
ザ・サザンリンクス リゾート
パームヒルズゴルフリゾート
南山カントリークラブ
那覇ゴルフ倶楽部
那覇ゴルフ倶楽部

Breweries in Yaese

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
NOMU Brewery
チャタンハーバー
桜坂ブルワリー
桜坂ブルワリー
浮島ブルーイング
浮島ブルーイング

Stadiums & Teams in Yaese

TeamLeagueDivision
Okinawa Cellular Stadium Naha
Onoyama Athletic stadium

Airports Near Yaese

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kadena Air BaseDNALarge Airport
Naha International AirportOKALarge Airport
Futenma Marine Corps Air Station-Medium Airport
Iejima AirportIEJMedium Airport
Aguni AirportAGJSmall Airport
Iejima Auxiliary Air Base-Small Airport
Ieshima West (LHA) Airfield-Small Airport
Kerama AirportKJPSmall Airport

Post Offices in Yaese

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Gushichan Post Office
Kochinda Post Office

Treatment Centers in Yaese

13 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Higa Ophthalmic Hospital
Hikari Clinic
JINON Orthopaedic Clinic
OKA CHILDREN'S CLINIC
OKA CHILDREN'S CLINIC
Reha GRIT
Takamiyagi Derma Clinic
Torihori yōjō Clinic
WAN STYLE CLUB
あらかき内科クリニック
けいわクリニック
デイサービスつばさ
琉球大学保健管理センター

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yaese

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Place of Worship of Iha Village
Utaki in the Castle
カトリック具志頭教会
へび神社
摩文仁ヌントンチ
摩文仁間尻ヌ殿内拝所
新城神社
東風平氏神
玻名城のお宮
琉国院南龍寺
通天寺

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Waterfalls
1
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 Yaese

What is the population of Yaese?

Yaese has a population of 30,941 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 2,972 people per square mile, spread across 10.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Yaese expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,800, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $74,000 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $370 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Yaese?

Yaese has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 185 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.1 inches.

How is the job market in Yaese?

Yaese has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 990 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Yaese?

The median home value in Yaese is $74,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $370.

Nearby Cities

Nanjō 44,043 pop · 1.9 mi Itoman 61,007 pop · 4.6 mi Kanegusuku 40,440 pop · 4.9 mi Yonabaru 19,695 pop · 5.4 mi Tomigusuku 64,612 pop · 5.5 mi Naha 317,625 pop · 7.2 mi Nishihara 34,984 pop · 8.7 mi Nakagusuku 22,157 pop · 8.8 mi Urasoe 115,690 pop · 9.1 mi Ginowan 100,125 pop · 9.4 mi Kishaba 17,969 pop · 12.6 mi Chatan 28,201 pop · 12.7 mi Okinawa 142,752 pop · 14.9 mi Katsuren-haebaru 34,239 pop · 16.4 mi
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