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Yura, Japan
Tottori · Japan
Yura is a small city in Tottori, Japan with a population of 14,228. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
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People
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| Population | 14,228 |
| Population Density | 106 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.4833°, 133.7500° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Tottori |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.0 inches (1,701 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,600 |
| Median Age | 50.2 years |
About Yura
Yura is a small city in Japan (Tottori) with a population of 14,228. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 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 67.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Yura vs Japan Average
Income: Yura vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,600 |
| 63% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 455 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $68,000 |
| 76% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $340 |
| 71% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 5,691 |
Property Tax
Climate in Yura
Yura has an average annual temperature of 15.2°C (59°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.8°C), the coldest is Jan (5.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2016 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 215 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 134.5 sq mi (348.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 106/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4833°N, 133.7500°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | 123 km |
| 1711 | SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 1,000 | 134 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Oki-Dogo (86 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Oki-Dogo | Shield | 151 m (495 ft) | Unknown | 86 km |
| Sanbesan | Stratovolcano | 1,126 m (3,694 ft) | 650 | 109 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 7.6 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 8.7 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | Driest |
Yura has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 37°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 67.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.7") and December the driest (3.9").
Schools in Yura
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 倉吉市立灘手小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立高城小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 北栄町立大栄小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 北栄町立大栄中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 鳥取県立鳥取中央育英高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Yura
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Yura
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enkei Gekijo Kurayoshi Figure Museum | ||||
| Gosho-Aoyama Manga Factory | ||||
| Hawai Fudokikan | ||||
| Hawai Fudokikan | ||||
| Pear museum | ||||
| 人形峠展示館 | ||||
| 倉吉博物館 | ||||
| 倉吉歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 倉吉線鉄道記念館 | ||||
| 北栄町歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 大山寺宝物館霊宝閣 | ||||
| 大山自然歴史観 | ||||
| 日韓友好資料館 | ||||
| 河本家住宅 | ||||
| 蒜山郷土博物館 | ||||
| 蒜山郷土館 | ||||
| 陣所の館 | ||||
| 青谷上寺地遺跡展示館 |
Libraries in Yura
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 倉吉市立せきがね図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 倉吉市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北栄町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 大山町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 湯梨浜町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 琴浦町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 琴浦町図書館赤碕分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 町立みささ図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Yura
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 白壁マルシェ |
Restaurants in Yura
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Yura
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Yura
2 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Yura
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Yura
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Yura
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Yura
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 倉吉果実酒酿造所 |
Ski Resorts Near Yura
12 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow Resort Nekoyama | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Dogoyama-Kougen Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kenmin no Mori Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ibukinosato Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Chikusa Highland Ski resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski & Board Resort Tsuguro Kogen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hiruzen Bear Valley Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| OkuDaisen Ski resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kagamiganaru Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Daisen Masumizu Kogen Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Daisen White Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Azo Koen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Yura
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Okayama Momotaro Airport | OKJ | Large Airport |
| Oki Global Geopark Airport | OKI | Medium Airport |
| Tottori Sand Dunes Conan Airport | TTJ | Medium Airport |
| Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base | YGJ | Medium Airport |
| JGSDF Nihonbara Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Suika Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Yura
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Daito Seto Post Office | |
| Kurayoshi Nadate Post Office | |
| Odani Summary Post Office | |
| Yura Post Office | |
| 栄簡易郵便局 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Yura
What is the population of Yura?
Yura has a population of 14,228 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 106 people per square mile, spread across 134.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Yura expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,600, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $68,000 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $340 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 Yura?
Yura 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 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.0 inches.
How is the job market in Yura?
The job market in Yura is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 455 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Yura?
The median home value in Yura is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.