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Yoshino, Japan
Kochi · Japan
Yoshino is a small city in Kochi, Japan with a population of 6,002. Elevation: 1,542 ft (470 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
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About Yoshino
Yoshino Dam (Japanese: 吉野ダム) is a gravity dam located in Kochi Prefecture, on the island of Shikoku in Japan. The dam is used for power production. The catchment area of the dam is 343.4 km2. The dam impounds about 32 ha of land when full and can store 2091 thousand cubic meters of water. The construction of the dam was started on 1951 and completed in 1953.
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A+Climate
| Population | 6,002 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,542 ft (470 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.3167°, 133.1333° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Kochi |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 89.3 inches (2,269 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,800 |
| Median Age | 51.8 years |
About Yoshino
Yoshino is a small city in Japan (Kochi) with a population of 6,002. The city sits at an elevation of 1,542 feet (470 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 89.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Yoshino vs Japan Average
Income: Yoshino vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $26,800 |
| 64% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 192 |
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 | 2,401 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.1°F |
| 8% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 177 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,542 ft (470 m) |
| Area | 225.7 sq mi (584.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3167°N, 133.1333°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.0 m (26 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1596 | BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU | Eruption + Earthquake | 8.0 m | 708 | 133 km |
| 1968 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 3.1 m | 1 | 128 km |
| 684 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 122 km |
| 1711 | SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 1,000 | 136 km |
| 1899 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 104 km |
| 1715 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 133 km |
| 1698 | SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 133 km |
| 1597 | BEPPU BAY, JAPAN | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 40 | 143 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yufu-Tsurumi (162 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yufu-Tsurumi | Lava dome(s) | 1,584 m (5,197 ft) | 867 | 162 km |
| Kujusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,791 m (5,876 ft) | 1996 | 177 km |
| Abu | Shield(s) | 641 m (2,103 ft) | -6850 | 193 km |
| Asosan | Caldera | 1,592 m (5,223 ft) | 2020 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 9.1 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 10.2 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 13.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 13.4 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 11.7 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 7.2 in | |
| November | 53°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in |
Yoshino has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 39°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 89.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.6") and January the driest (2.3").
Schools in Yoshino
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立笹場小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 県立窪川高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 中土佐町立久礼中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 中土佐町立久礼小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立米奥小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 四万十町立七里小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立窪川中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立窪川小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 県立須崎高等学校久礼分校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立上ノ加江中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立東又小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立影野小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立大野見小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立大野見北小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立大野見中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立仁井田小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立丸山小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立上ノ加江小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Yoshino
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Yoshino
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kayodo Hobby Museum | ||||
| Kayodo Kappa Museum | ||||
| カルスト学習館 | ||||
| かわうそ学習館 | ||||
| 佐川地質館 | ||||
| 佐川町立青山文庫 | ||||
| 吉村虎太郎邸 | ||||
| 横倉山自然の森博物館 | ||||
| 檮原町立歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 津野町郷土資料館 | ||||
| 牧野富太郎ふるさと館 |
Libraries in Yoshino
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 佐川町立図書館さくと | 0.0 | |||||
| 佐賀町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 四万十町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 土佐市立市民図書館戸波分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 日高村立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 本の森図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 津野町立図書館 かわうそ館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 須崎市立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Yoshino
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kure Taisho-machi Market |
Hotels in Yoshino
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Yoshino
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Yoshino
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Yoshino
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Yoshino
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Yoshino
7 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Yoshino
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Yoshino
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Yoshino
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Yoshino
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOL-FA Oda ski slopes | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kuma Ski Land | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ishizuchi SKi & Snowbaord Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Yoshino
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kochi Ryoma Airport | KCZ | Large Airport |
| Matsuyama Airport | MYJ | Large Airport |
| Agawa Skypark Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Yoshino
14 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Higashimata Post Office | |
| Kageno Summary Post Office | |
| Kaminokae Post Office | |
| Kawaguchi Post Office | |
| Kubokawa Post Office | |
| Kure Post Office | |
| Matsubagawa Post Office | |
| Nakatsugawa Summary Post Office | |
| Niida Post Office | |
| Onomi Post Office | |
| Shiwa Post Office | |
| Takehara Summary Post Office | |
| Terano Summary Post Office | |
| 矢井賀簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Yoshino
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kure Hachimangu Shrine |
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16 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Yoshino?
Yoshino has a population of 6,002 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 225.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Yoshino expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,800, 64% 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 Yoshino?
Yoshino enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 177 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 89.3 inches.
How is the job market in Yoshino?
The job market in Yoshino is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 192 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Yoshino?
The median home value in Yoshino is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.