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Yaita, Japan

Tochigi · Japan

Yaita is a mid-size city in Tochigi, Japan with a population of 36,275. Elevation: 627 ft (191 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
36,275 Population 551/sq mi density
627 ft Elevation 191 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
51.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$31,800 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$31,800 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,000 home value, $390/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population36,275
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density551/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$31,800
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,000
Rent$390
Housing Units14,510

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain51.8 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Population36,275
Population Density551 / sq mi
Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Coordinates36.8000°, 139.9333°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceTochigi
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation51.8 inches (1,315 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.8 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$31,800
Median Age48.7 years

About Yaita

Yaita is a mid-size city in Japan (Tochigi) with a population of 36,275. The city sits at an elevation of 627 feet (191 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Yaita has a population of 36,275 with a density of 551 people per square mile, spread across 65.8 square miles. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

36,275
Total Population
551
People / sq mi
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above Japan avg
65.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Yaita vs Japan Average

The median household income in Yaita is $31,800, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,161 business establishments.

Income: Yaita vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,800
58% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)1,161

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Yaita is $78,000, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $390 (66% below the national average of $1,163). There are 14,510 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,000
72% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$390
66% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units14,510

Property Tax

Climate in Yaita

Yaita 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 1588 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 27.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 43.5
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 77.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 125.0
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 134.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 185.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 204.3
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 204.7
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 227.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 232.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 74.6
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 51.1
Yaita experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 627 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above Japan avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Area65.8 sq mi (170.4 km²)
Population Density551/sq mi
Coordinates36.8000°N, 139.9333°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.8"
36% above Japan avg
Snowfall 3.8"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.17"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,752 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.9. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 29, 2025.

Mar 11, 2011 47 km E of ?arai, Japan M7.9 120 km
Apr 11, 2011 17 km SSW of Ishikawa, Japan M6.6 47 km
Jul 30, 2011 13 km SSE of Iwaki, Japan M6.3 92 km
Jun 1, 1990 near the east coast of Honshu, Japan M6.3 147 km
Jun 3, 2000 6 km SE of Narut?, Japan M6.2 147 km
Apr 21, 2011 6 km WNW of T?gane, Japan M6.2 140 km
Mar 11, 2011 13 km E of Arai, Japan M6.2 141 km
Mar 11, 2011 70 km ESE of Kitaibaraki, Japan M6.2 141 km
May 13, 2011 31 km ESE of Namie, Japan M6.1 141 km
Sep 15, 2011 68 km E of ?arai, Japan M6.1 139 km
Mar 12, 2011 29 km SSE of Namie, Japan M6.1 120 km
Aug 5, 1990 43 km E of ?arai, Japan M6.1 115 km
Mar 14, 2012 5 km SE of Asahi, Japan M6.0 141 km
Mar 11, 2011 15 km E of Namie, Japan M6.0 133 km
Jul 20, 2000 31 km ESE of Hitachi, Japan M6.0 99 km
Mar 11, 2011 4 km ESE of Hasaki, Japan M6.0 148 km
Mar 11, 2011 17 km ESE of Namie, Japan M6.0 133 km
Apr 3, 2004 37 km ESE of Hitachi, Japan M6.0 105 km
Apr 12, 2011 8 km WSW of Ishikawa, Japan M5.9 52 km
Mar 11, 2011 4 km SSW of Namie, Japan M5.9 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

26 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ampil (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Ampil Category 3 271 km
2024 Jebi Category 1 259 km
2019 Faxai Category 3 110 km
2019 Hagibis Category 1 52 km
2018 Shanshan Category 1 246 km
2016 Lionrock Category 1 259 km
2016 Mindulle Category 1 281 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 252 km
2011 Roke Category 1 120 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 149 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 127 km
2004 Ma-on Category 3 134 km
2002 Higos Category 2 100 km
2001 Danas Category 1 61 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 126 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 195 km
1998 Stella Category 1 70 km
1996 Violet Category 1 193 km
1995 Oscar Category 4 253 km
1994 Orchid Category 1 279 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.4 m (5 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2016 E. COAST HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1.4 m 145 km
1938 JAPAN TRENCH Earthquake 0.8 m 131 km
1938 SANRIKU Earthquake 0.8 m 141 km
1896 KASHIMA, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 101 km
1935 JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m 133 km
1855 TOKAIDO Earthquake 6,757 128 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Takaharayama (18 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Takaharayama Stratovolcano 1,795 m (5,889 ft) -4570 18 km
Nasudake Stratovolcano(es) 1,915 m (6,283 ft) 1963 36 km
Omanago Group Lava dome(s) 2,341 m (7,680 ft) -3050 38 km
Nantaisan Stratovolcano 2,486 m (8,156 ft) -9540 40 km
Nikko-Shiranesan Shield 2,578 m (8,458 ft) 1952 50 km
Hiuchigatake Stratovolcano 2,356 m (7,730 ft) 1544 60 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 71 km
Numazawa Shield 835 m (2,740 ft) -3400 79 km
Bandaisan Stratovolcano 1,816 m (5,958 ft) 1888 90 km
Adatarayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,728 m (5,669 ft) 1996 99 km
Harunasan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) 550 103 km
Azumayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,949 m (6,394 ft) 1977 108 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 127 km
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 127 km
Asamayama Complex 2,568 m (8,425 ft) 2019 133 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.2 in
March 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
April 51°F (11°C) 4.1 in
May 60°F (16°C) 4.8 in
June 67°F (19°C) 6.5 in
July 73°F (23°C) 6.1 in
August 76°F (24°C) 6.5 in Warmest
September 69°F (20°C) 7.2 in Wettest
October 58°F (15°C) 5.2 in
November 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
December 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in

Yaita has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 35°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.2") and January the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Yaita

18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
矢板市立矢板小学校
矢板市立泉小学校
矢板市立泉中学校
大田原市立薄葉小学校
矢板市立西小学校
栃木県立矢板高等学校
矢板市立 安沢小学校
矢板中央高等学校
矢板市立 矢板中学校
大田原市立佐久山小学校
矢板市立東小学校
矢板市立川崎小学校
栃木県立矢板東高等学校・附属中学校
矢板市立 片岡中学校
矢板市立 片岡小学校
大田原市立野崎中学校
大田原市立石上小学校
矢板市立 矢板中学校 沢分校
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Radio Stations near Yaita

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Yaita

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
3Dメルヘン水族館
JAPANCUP MUSIUM
Nasunogahara hakubutukan
SL展示館
いわむらかずお絵本の丘美術館
エミール ガレ美術館
ダイアナガーデンエンジェル美術館
とびやま歴史体験館
トリックアート 迷宮?館
トリックアートの館
とりっくあーとぴあ日光
なかがわ水遊園
ふれあいの丘天文館
ふれあいの丘自然観察館
まちの駅 新・鹿沼宿
上河内民俗資料館
人力車&昭和レトロ館
伊王野まつり伝承館
住友ミュージアム
和気記念館
大田原市歴史民俗資料館
大田原市那須与一伝承館
大谷資料館
大麻博物館
宇都宮美術館
宇都宮美術館
広重美術館
日光市歴史民俗資料館
日本のこころのうたミュージアム 船村徹記念館
栃木県立なす風土記の丘資料館小川館
栃木県立なす風土記の丘資料館湯津上館
栃木県立博物館
栃木県立美術館
瀧澤家住宅
相田みつを那須ギャラリー
矢板市立郷土資料館
石の美術館 STONE PLAZA
私の美術館
芭蕉の館
那珂川清流鉄道
那珂川町馬頭郷土資料館
那須オルゴール美術館
那須クラシックカー博物館
那須テディベアミュージアム
那須とりっくあーとぴあ
那須昆虫ワールド
那須歴史探訪館
那須町民俗資料館
那須野が原博物館
那須野が原博物館 黒磯郷土館
鹿沼市立川上澄生美術館
龍門ふるさと民芸館

Libraries in Yaita

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kamikawachi Lib.0.0
Nishinasuno Library0.0
今市図書館0.0
喜連川図書館0.0
宇都宮女子高等学校図書室0.0
宇都宮市立 東図書館0.0
宇都宮市立 河内図書館0.0
小川図書館0.0
日光市立藤原図書館0.0
栃木県立図書館0.0
烏山図書館0.0
矢板市立図書館0.0
那須塩原市図書館みるる0.0
那須塩原市塩原図書館0.0
那須町立図書館0.0
馬頭図書館0.0
高根沢町図書館0.0
鹿沼市立図書館0.0
黒磯図書館0.0
黒羽図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Yaita

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
ベルテラシェ大谷 物産館
小林直売所
楽々市
楽々市
飛行船マルシェ
鹿沼原木市場
黒磯綜合市場

Hotels in Yaita

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ホテルウェリィスミヨシ
ホテルルートイン矢板
矢板イースタンホテル

Restaurants in Yaita

25 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CoCo ICHIBANYA
Ramen Yamaokaya
あおい亭
お多福
ガスト
くじら亭
くろべい
ココス
しおや
すき家
つつじ亭
ドライブイン太陽
のざき
バーミヤン
ばんどう太郎
めん丸
一代元
九州ラーメン博多
元気寿司
吉野家
喜多見家 大田原店
喫茶 ゆたか
登竜
華清
魚民

Cafes in Yaita

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tully's Coffee

Castles in Yaita

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kawasaki Castle

Clinics in Yaita

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

山田クリニック
村井胃腸外科

Dentists in Yaita

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

渡辺セントラル歯科

Train Stations in Yaita

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kataoka
Nozaki
Yaita

Gas Stations in Yaita

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
JA-SS
エッソ
コスモ
ゼネラル
出光

Banks in Yaita

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

大田原信用金庫
栃木銀行
栃木銀行
足利銀行

Shopping Malls in Yaita

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ココマチ

Golf Courses in Yaita

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arrow Ace Golf Club
メイフラワーゴルフクラブ
矢板カントリークラブ

Breweries in Yaita

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
島崎酒造 どうくつ酒蔵

Stadiums & Teams in Yaita

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Yaita

16 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Nikko Yumoto Onsen Ski Park 0.0 $0
Marunuma Kogen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Snow Park Oze Tokura 0.0 $0
Edelweiss Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Hunter Mountain Shiobara Ski Area 0.0 $0
Oze Hinoemata Onsen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Aizu Kogen Takahata 0.0 $0
Aizu Kogen Takatsue Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Aizu Kogen Daikura Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Grandee Hatoriko Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Aizukogen Nango Ski Area 0.0 $0
Ski Resort Tenei 0.0 $0
Tadami Ski Area 0.0 $0
Fairy Land Kaneyama Ski Area 0.0 $0
Mishima Choei 0.0 $0

Airports Near Yaita

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ibaraki AirportIBRLarge Airport
Fukushima AirportFKSMedium Airport
Utsunomiya Air FieldMedium Airport
Air Wing Motor Paraglider School Osato Landing AreaSmall Airport
Akeno Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Chiyoda Auxiliary AirstripSmall Airport
Fukiage AirstripSmall Airport
Haneda GliderportSmall Airport
Hanyu GliderportSmall Airport
Itakura GliderportSmall Airport
Juo AirfieldSmall Airport
Kazo GliderportSmall Airport
Kinugawa GliderportSmall Airport
Kuge Flying Club AirstripSmall Airport
Kumagaya Flying Club Osato AirfieldSmall Airport
Kumagaya Trike Club AirfieldSmall Airport
Makabe GliderportSmall Airport
Makado GliderportSmall Airport
Menuma GliderportSmall Airport
Menuma Number 2 GliderportSmall Airport
Mito Flying Club AirfieldSmall Airport
Namiki Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Oarai Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Ojima R/C SkyportSmall Airport
Oyama Kinu GliderportSmall Airport
Sekijo Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Shirosato Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Skyfield NasuSmall Airport
Skyfield WataraseSmall Airport
Tsubasa Flying Club Kawashima Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Tsukuba GliderportSmall Airport
Utsunomiya Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Yomiuri Otone GliderportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Yaita

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
大田原佐久山郵便局
大田原野崎郵便局
木幡簡易郵便局
矢板郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yaita

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
八雲神社
妙道寺
木幡神社 国指定建造物
法善寺
温泉神社
温泉神社

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 Yaita

What is the population of Yaita?

Yaita has a population of 36,275 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 551 people per square mile, spread across 65.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Yaita expensive to live in?

The median household income is $31,800, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $78,000 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $390 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Yaita?

Yaita has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.8 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Yaita?

The job market in Yaita is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,161 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Yaita?

The median home value in Yaita is $78,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $390.

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