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Youkaichi, Japan
Shiga · Japan
Youkaichi is a large city in Shiga, Japan with a population of 112,819. Elevation: 407 ft (124 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
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People
Economy
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A+Climate
| Population | 112,819 |
| Population Density | 504 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 407 ft (124 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.1163°, 136.1977° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Shiga |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.0 inches (1,726 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,800 |
| Median Age | 46.2 years |
About Youkaichi
Youkaichi is a large city in Japan (Shiga) with a population of 112,819. The city sits at an elevation of 407 feet (124 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Youkaichi vs Japan Average
Income: Youkaichi vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,800 |
| 55% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 83 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 40 |
| Healthcare | 14 |
| Retail | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $88,000 |
| 69% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $440 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 45,128 |
Property Tax
Climate in Youkaichi
Youkaichi 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 1577 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.6°F |
| 5% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 213 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 407 ft (124 m) |
| Area | 223.9 sq mi (580.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 504/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1163°N, 136.1977°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
14 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.3 m (37 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1927 | SW. HONSHU ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | 11.3 m | 3,022 | 113 km |
| 1944 | OFF SOUTHEAST COAST KII PENINSULA | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 1,223 | 149 km |
| 1855 | ENSHUNADA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 145 km |
| 1510 | OSAKA BAY | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 93 km |
| 1909 | ANEGAWA, JAPAN | Earthquake | 1.8 m | 41 | 33 km |
| 1945 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 2,306 | 103 km |
| 1995 | KOBE, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 6,434 | 119 km |
| 1791 | OASAKA BAY | Earthquake | — | — | 100 km |
| 1726 | KATSUYAMA | Earthquake | — | — | 133 km |
| 1708 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 144 km |
| 1666 | AICHI PREFECTURE | Earthquake | — | — | 56 km |
| 1586 | ISE BAY | Earthquake | — | 8,000 | 56 km |
| 745 | OSAKA BAY, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | — | 100 km |
| 701 | SEA OF JAPAN | Earthquake | — | — | 97 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hakusan (127 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Hakusan | Stratovolcano | 2,702 m (8,865 ft) | 1659 | 127 km |
| Ontakesan | Complex | 3,067 m (10,062 ft) | 2014 | 145 km |
| Norikuradake | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,026 m (9,928 ft) | -50 | 165 km |
| Yakedake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,455 m (8,054 ft) | 1995 | 176 km |
| Washiba-Kumonotaira | Shield(s) | 2,924 m (9,593 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 6.2 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 6.3 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 9.2 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 8.5 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
Youkaichi has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 37°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 68.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.7") and December the driest (2.6").
Schools in Youkaichi
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yokaichi School for the Handicapped | — | — | — | — |
| 市立八日市北小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立蒲生東小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 老蘇小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 私立司学館高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Biwako-Gakuin University | — | — | — | — |
| 県立八日市高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Nunobiki Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Funaoka Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| City Tamazono Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| 市立聖徳中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 東近江市立箕作小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 県立八日市南高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 東近江市立八日市西小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 東近江市立湖東第三小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 私立滋賀学園高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Youkaichi
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AshiyaRadio〜アシヤ・ラヂヲ〜 | bossa nova, jazz | AAC 192 kbps |
Museums in Youkaichi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hikone Castle Museum | ||||
| Kaikoku Memorial Museum | ||||
| Kenzen gama kilns and clay gallery | ||||
| Miho Museum | ||||
| Moriyama municipal burial Cultural Property Center | ||||
| Ohmi railway museum | ||||
| Shiga Prefectural Azuchi Castle Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Shiga Safari Museum | ||||
| Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park | ||||
| Shigaraki Pottery Museum | ||||
| Tanikan gama clay port gallery | ||||
| Umoregi House | ||||
| Yasu City History Folk Museum · Bronze Museum | ||||
| ヴォーリズ記念館 | ||||
| おきしま資料館 | ||||
| ガリ版伝承館 | ||||
| ブルーメの丘美術館 | ||||
| みなくち子どもの森 | ||||
| みなくち子どもの森自然館 | ||||
| 世界凧博物館八日市大凧会館 | ||||
| 中仙道守山宿郷土人形館 | ||||
| 中村商家保存館 | ||||
| 伊藤忠兵衛記念館 | ||||
| 八日市文化芸術会館 | ||||
| 多賀町立博物館・多賀の自然と文化の館 | ||||
| 巖谷一六・小波記念室 | ||||
| 愛知川用水資料館 | ||||
| 愛荘町立博物館 科学館 文化財資料室 | ||||
| 愛荘町立愛知川びんてまりの館 | ||||
| 愛荘町立歴史文化博物館 | ||||
| 日登美美術館 | ||||
| 日野駅鉄道ミュージアム | ||||
| 昆虫爬虫類ワールド | ||||
| 木地師資料館 | ||||
| 東海道石部宿歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 東近江市五個荘近江商人屋敷藤井彦四郎邸 | ||||
| 東近江市埋蔵文化財センター | ||||
| 東近江市立近江商人郷土館 | ||||
| 東近江市能登川博物館 | ||||
| 柏原宿歴史館 | ||||
| 栗東市出土文化財センター | ||||
| 栗東歴史民俗博物館 | ||||
| 栗東歴史民俗博物館 | ||||
| 比良美術館 | ||||
| 氏郷公記念館 | ||||
| 湖東歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 滋賀大学経済学部附属史料館 | ||||
| 滋賀県平和祈念館 | ||||
| 琵琶湖干拓資料館 | ||||
| 田上郷土史料館 | ||||
| 田上郷土史料館収蔵庫 | ||||
| 甲南ふれあいの館 | ||||
| 甲賀市水口城資料館 | ||||
| 甲賀市水口城資料館 | ||||
| 甲賀市水口歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 甲賀市立信楽産業展示館 | ||||
| 甲賀市立甲賀歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 甲賀忍術博物館 | ||||
| 立命館守山創立資料館 | ||||
| 米原市醒井宿資料館 | ||||
| 草津宿本陣 | ||||
| 草津宿街道交流館 | ||||
| 街道水郷美術館 | ||||
| 西堀榮三郎記念探検の殿堂 | ||||
| 西堀榮三郎記念探検の殿堂 | ||||
| 観峰館 | ||||
| 豊会館 | ||||
| 近江八幡市立かわらミュージアム | ||||
| 近江八幡市立資料館（旧判家住宅） | ||||
| 近江八幡市立資料館（旧西川家住宅） | ||||
| 近江八幡市立資料館（歴史民俗資料館） | ||||
| 近江八幡市立資料館（郷土資料館） | ||||
| 近江商人博物館・中路融人記念館 | ||||
| 近江日野商人ふるさと館「旧山中正吉邸」 | ||||
| 近江日野商人館 | ||||
| 近江日野商人館 | ||||
| 近江聖人中江藤樹記念館 | ||||
| 野口謙蔵記念館 | ||||
| 金堂まちなみ保存交流館 | ||||
| 雪野展示館 | ||||
| 高島歴史民俗資料館 |
Libraries in Youkaichi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azuchi Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hikone Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hino Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Koka city Minakuchi library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tsuchiyama Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| メディアセンター | 0.0 | |||||
| メディアライブラリー | 0.0 | |||||
| メディアライブラリー | 0.0 | |||||
| 五箇荘図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 八日市図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 多賀町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 守山市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 守山市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 愛荘町立愛知川図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 東近江市率愛東図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 東近江市立永源寺図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 東近江市立永源寺図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 東近江市立湖東図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 東近江市立湖東図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 東近江市立能登川図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 栗東市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 滋賀大学 部属図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 甲良町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 甲西図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 甲賀市信楽図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 甲賀市甲南図書交流館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 甲賀市甲賀図書情報館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 石部図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 秦荘町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 秦荘町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 竜王町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 米原市立山東図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 米原市立近江図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 草津市立南草津図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 草津市立南草津図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 草津市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 豊郷町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 野洲図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高島市立図書館新旭図書室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高島市立安曇川図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高島市立安曇川図書館高島分館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Youkaichi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| おうみんち | |||||
| おうみんち | |||||
| 平和堂 | |||||
| 水口卸売市場 |
Hotels in Youkaichi
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Youkaichi
83 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Youkaichi
18 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Youkaichi
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Youkaichi
4 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Youkaichi
8 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Youkaichi
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Youkaichi
15 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Youkaichi
10 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Youkaichi
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Youkaichi
9 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Youkaichi
12 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Youkaichi
11 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Youkaichi
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Youkaichi
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Youkaichi
3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Youkaichi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TWO RABBITS BREWING COMPANY | ||||
| クラフトビール工房 | ||||
| 彦根麦酒 荒神山醸造所 |
Stadiums & Teams in Youkaichi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Youkaichi
9 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gozaisho Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Biwako Valley | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kutsuki Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hakodateyama Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gransnow Okuibuki | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ohana Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Akoyama Skijo Snowpal | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yogo Kogen Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Imajo 365 | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Youkaichi
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chubu Centrair International Airport | NGO | Large Airport |
| Gifu Airport | QGU | Medium Airport |
| Nagoya Airport / JASDF Komaki Air Base | NKM | Medium Airport |
| Yao Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Hikone Kojinyama Hangglider Park | — | Small Airport |
| Ichishicho Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Akeno Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Shinodayama Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kisogawa Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Kushidagawa Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Locus Lake Biwa Flying Adventure / Lake Biwa MPPG Paraglider Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ono Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Ryu's Skypark | — | Small Airport |
| Tatsuda Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Youkaichi
7 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Azuchi Oiso Post Office | |
| Koto Kotakari Post Office | |
| Yokaichi Hommachi Post Office | |
| Yokaichi Ichinobe Post Office | |
| Yokaichi Nakano Post Office | |
| Yokaichi Post Office | |
| 老蘇郵便局 |
Treatment Centers in Youkaichi
11 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Yamamoto Clinic | ||
| コス小児科 | ||
| すぎうら皮膚科医院 | ||
| せの耳鼻咽喉科 | ||
| ふじさわ小児クリニック | ||
| 三愛小児科アレルギー科 | ||
| 井上整骨院 | ||
| 伊藤内科クリニック | ||
| 白波瀬小児科 | ||
| 神吉医院 | ||
| 須津整形外科 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Youkaichi
113 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kawarayazen-ji Temple | |
| konnenji temple | |
| Tarobo-gu Shrine (Aga Shrine) | |
| シオンキリスト教会 | |
| チャペルフローラ | |
| 三ツ橋地蔵堂 | |
| 三ツ角地蔵尊 | |
| 三所神社 | |
| 上宮寺 | |
| 中野神社 | |
| 乳橋地蔵尊 | |
| 井守社 | |
| 今堀日吉神社 | |
| 八坂八幡神社 | |
| 八坂八幡神社 鳥居 | |
| 八幡宮 | |
| 八幡神社 | |
| 八幡神社 | |
| 八幡神社 | |
| 八幡神社 |
Quick Facts
Around Youkaichi
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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16 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Youkaichi
What is the population of Youkaichi?
Youkaichi has a population of 112,819 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 504 people per square mile, spread across 223.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Youkaichi expensive to live in?
The median household income is $33,800, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $88,000 (69% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $440 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Youkaichi?
Youkaichi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.0 inches.
How is the job market in Youkaichi?
The job market in Youkaichi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 83 business establishments in the area, including 40 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Youkaichi?
The median home value in Youkaichi is $88,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $440.