About Nishinoomote
Nishinoomote is a city in Kagoshima, Japan, with a population of about 14,708 inhabitants. About 38.1% of residents are aged 65 or over and the median age is 57.1. The average taxable income is about 277.5万 yen per taxpayer (2023). The population density is about 72/km² (ranked #487 of 531 covered cities), the home-ownership rate is 54.0% and the city counts 2 hospitals. Since 1980, the population has declined by 37.5% (-7.9% between 2015 and 2020). On this page you can find driving distances, travel time and routes from Nishinoomote to major Japanese cities, nearby towns and the local climate.
Nishinoomote — key statistics
Source: e-Stat — Statistics Bureau of Japan (census, housing & land survey, medical facilities & school surveys, municipal finance)
Nishinoomote — population dynamics & households
In 2024, Nishinoomote recorded 76 births and 263 deaths (natural change -187), with 824 people moving in and 853 moving out (net migration -29).
Source: e-Stat — System of Social and Demographic Statistics (vital statistics, migration report, census)
Nishinoomote — official land prices 2026
The 2026 official land price survey lists 5 standard points in Nishinoomote: residential land averages 16,100 yen/m² (median 17,100, highest 18,700), commercial land averages 46,550 yen/m², with an average change of +2.00 % over one year.
Source: MLIT — National Land Numerical Information, Official Land Price (L01) 2026
Distances from Nishinoomote
Straight-line distance — click for the full driving route, time and fuel cost.
Nearby cities
Closest towns and cities around Nishinoomote.
Train stations near Nishinoomote
Closest railway stations.
Frequently asked questions
Nishinoomote population?
About 14,708 inhabitants (2020 census).
Population density of Nishinoomote?
About 72 inhabitants/km² (area 205.6 km²).
Average rent in Nishinoomote?
About 1,726 yen per tatami per month (2018 Housing and Land Survey).
Distance from Nishinoomote to Tokyo?
About 979 km in a straight line.