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Yamatohama, Japan
Kagoshima · Japan
Yamatohama is a small town in Kagoshima, Japan with a population of 1,364. Elevation: 453 ft (138 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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| Population | 1,364 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Coordinates | 28.3608°, 129.3941° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Kagoshima |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 101.3 inches (2,572 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,600 |
| Median Age | 50.0 years |
About Yamatohama
Yamatohama is a small town in Japan (Kagoshima) with a population of 1,364. The city sits at an elevation of 453 feet (138 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Yamatohama vs Japan Average
Income: Yamatohama vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,600 |
| 65% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 44 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $64,000 |
| 77% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $320 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 546 |
Property Tax
Climate in Yamatohama
Yamatohama has an average annual temperature of 21.9°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.2°C), the coldest is Jan (14.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 2922 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.5°F |
| 29% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 157 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Area | 49.3 sq mi (127.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.3608°N, 129.3941°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.6 m (8 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1995 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.6 m | — | 90 km |
| 1995 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 80 km |
| 1901 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 97 km |
| 1911 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | 12 | 72 km |
| 1664 | TORISHIMA, RYUKYU ISLANDS | Astronomical | — | — | 126 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yokoate-jima (62 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yokoate-jima | Stratovolcano(es) | 495 m (1,624 ft) | 1835 | 62 km |
| Akusekijima | Stratovolcano(es) | 555 m (1,821 ft) | Unknown | 124 km |
| Io-Torishima | Complex | 212 m (696 ft) | 1968 | 127 km |
| Suwanosejima | Stratovolcano(es) | 796 m (2,612 ft) | 2020 | 145 km |
| Nakanoshima | Stratovolcano(es) | 979 m (3,212 ft) | 1914 | 173 km |
| Kuchinoshima | Stratovolcano(es) | 628 m (2,060 ft) | 1190 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 6.3 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 7.4 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 9.7 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 12.3 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 15.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 8.7 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 6.9 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 7.6 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 5.3 in | Driest |
Yamatohama has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 57°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 101.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (15.5") and December the driest (5.3").
Schools in Yamatohama
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 市立住用中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立住用小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立東城中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立東城小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立名音中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立名音小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立大和中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立大和小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立大和小学校湯湾釜分校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立大棚中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立大棚小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立戸円中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 村立戸円小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Yamatohama
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Yamatohama
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| りゅうがく館 | ||||
| 原野豊芸博物館 | ||||
| 奄美市立奄美博物館 | ||||
| 奄美戦史模型資料館 | ||||
| 奄美文化センター | ||||
| 民俗資料館 | ||||
| 瀬戸内町立郷土館 |
Libraries in Yamatohama
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 瀬戸内町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 鹿児島県立奄美図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Yamatohama
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 名瀬中央青果 | |||||
| 名瀬中央青果 | |||||
| 末広市場 | |||||
| 永田橋市場 |
Gas Stations in Yamatohama
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Yamatohama
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Amami Airport | ASJ | Medium Airport |
| Kikai Airport | KKX | Medium Airport |
| Tokunoshima Airport | TKN | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Yamatohama
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 住用郵便局 | |
| 名音郵便局 | |
| 大和郵便局 | |
| 大棚簡易郵便局 | |
| 山間簡易郵便局 |
Treatment Centers in Yamatohama
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| 稲リハビリデイケアセンター |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Yamatohama
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Amami-Oshima Island, Tokunoshima Island, Northern part of Okinawa Island, and Iriomote Island | Natural | 2021 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Yamatohama
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| カトリック大和教会 | |
| 菅原神社 | |
| 開饒神社 |
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What is the population of Yamatohama?
Yamatohama has a population of 1,364 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 49.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Yamatohama expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,600, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $64,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $320 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 Yamatohama?
Yamatohama enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 157 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 101.3 inches.
How is the job market in Yamatohama?
The job market in Yamatohama is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 44 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Yamatohama?
The median home value in Yamatohama is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.