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Yamae, Japan
Kumamoto · Japan
Yamae is a small town in Kumamoto, Japan with a population of 3,238. Elevation: 627 ft (191 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Yamae
Yamae is a village located in Kuma District, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 August 2024, the village had an estimated population of 3,177 in 1194 households, and a population density of 26 persons per km2. The total area of the village is 121.19 km2 (46.79 sq mi).
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| Population | 3,238 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 627 ft (191 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.2467°, 130.7665° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Kumamoto |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 98.1 inches (2,491 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,200 |
| Median Age | 49.0 years |
About Yamae
Yamae is a small town in Japan (Kumamoto) with a population of 3,238. The city sits at an elevation of 627 feet (191 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 98.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Yamae vs Japan Average
Income: Yamae vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,200 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 104 |
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 | 1,295 |
Property Tax
Climate in Yamae
Yamae 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 2256 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 178 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 627 ft (191 m) |
| Area | 119.7 sq mi (310.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.2467°N, 130.7665°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 55.0 m (180 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1792 | SHIMABARA BAY, KYUSHU ISLAND | Landslide | 55.0 m | 15,000 | 71 km |
| 1596 | BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU | Eruption + Earthquake | 8.0 m | 708 | 146 km |
| 1780 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Astronomical | 6.0 m | - | 72 km |
| 1662 | HIUGANADA | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 200 | 131 km |
| 1914 | SEIKAIDO | Eruption | 3.0 m | 63 | 75 km |
| 1769 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.5 m | - | 116 km |
| 1941 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 2 | 129 km |
| 1939 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 1 | 116 km |
| 1931 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 1 | 126 km |
| 1929 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.7 m | - | 148 km |
| 1961 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.7 m | 2 | 121 km |
| 1996 | KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 77 km |
| 2024 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 93 km |
| 1970 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 88 km |
| 1899 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 123 km |
| 2025 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 90 km |
| 1996 | SEA OF JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 73 km |
| 1984 | KYUSHU, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 112 km |
| 1969 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 126 km |
| 1987 | KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 2 | 104 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kirishimayama (36 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kirishimayama | Shield | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2018 | 36 km |
| Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike | Maar(s) | 40 m (131 ft) | -6200 | 55 km |
| Unzendake | Complex | 1,483 m (4,865 ft) | 1996 | 72 km |
| Aira | Caldera | 1,117 m (3,665 ft) | 2020 | 73 km |
| Asosan | Caldera | 1,592 m (5,223 ft) | 2020 | 78 km |
| Kujusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,791 m (5,876 ft) | 1996 | 104 km |
| Ata | Caldera(s) | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 885 | 116 km |
| Yufu-Tsurumi | Lava dome(s) | 1,584 m (5,197 ft) | 867 | 129 km |
| Kikai | Caldera | 704 m (2,310 ft) | 2020 | 168 km |
| Fukue | Shield(s) | 315 m (1,033 ft) | -400 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 8.6 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 10.1 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 18.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 18.1 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 9.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 8.5 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
Yamae has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 38°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 98.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (18.3") and December the driest (2.7").
Schools in Yamae
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 村立万江小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 村立山江中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 村立山田小学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Yamae
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Yamae
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| えびの市歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 人吉城歴史館 | ||||
| 人吉海軍航空基地資料館 | ||||
| 人吉海軍航空基地資料館 | ||||
| 人吉鉄道ミュージアム MOZOCAステーション868 | ||||
| 伊佐市大口歴史民俗鉄道資料館 | ||||
| 伊佐市歴史民俗鉄道記念資料館 | ||||
| 山の中の海軍の町 にしき ひみつ基地ミュージアム | ||||
| 山の中の海軍の町 にしき ひみつ基地ミュージアム | ||||
| 湯前まんが美術館 | ||||
| 鉄道資料館 |
Libraries in Yamae
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| あさぎり町深田校区公民館図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| あさぎり町須恵文化ホール図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| えびの市民図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 人吉市図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 伊佐市立大口図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 小林市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 湯前まんが図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 湯前まんが図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 菱刈町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 錦町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 錦町図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Yamae
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 吉無田商店 |
Restaurants in Yamae
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Yamae
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Yamae
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gokase Highland Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Yamae
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kagoshima Airport | KOJ | Large Airport |
| Kumamoto Airport | KMJ | Large Airport |
| Miyazaki Airport | KMI | Large Airport |
| Amakusa Airport | AXJ | Medium Airport |
| JASDF Nyūtabaru Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Shirakawa Gliderport | - | Small Airport |
| Taragi Auxiliary Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ubuyama Auxiliary Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Yamae
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 人吉井ノ口簡易郵便局 | |
| 山江郵便局 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Yamae
What is the population of Yamae?
Yamae has a population of 3,238 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 119.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Yamae expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,200, 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 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Yamae?
Yamae enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 98.1 inches.
How is the job market in Yamae?
The job market in Yamae is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 104 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Yamae?
The median home value in Yamae is $70,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $350.