About Kashima
Kashima is a city in Saga, Japan, with a population of about 27,892 inhabitants. About 32.8% of residents are aged 65 or over and the median age is 52.1. The average taxable income is about 274.4万 yen per taxpayer (2023). The population density is about 249/km² (ranked #348 of 531 covered cities), the home-ownership rate is 65.1% and the city counts 4 hospitals. Since 1980, the population has declined by 20.3% (-6.0% between 2015 and 2020). On this page you can find driving distances, travel time and routes from Kashima to major Japanese cities, nearby towns and the local climate.
Kashima — key statistics
Source: e-Stat — Statistics Bureau of Japan (census, housing & land survey, medical facilities & school surveys, municipal finance)
Kashima — population dynamics & households
In 2024, Kashima recorded 160 births and 358 deaths (natural change -198), with 641 people moving in and 789 moving out (net migration -148).
Source: e-Stat — System of Social and Demographic Statistics (vital statistics, migration report, census)
Kashima — official land prices 2026
The 2026 official land price survey lists 4 standard points in Kashima: residential land averages 23,733 yen/m² (median 25,100, highest 26,800), commercial land averages 36,400 yen/m², with an average change of -0.08 % over one year.
Source: MLIT — National Land Numerical Information, Official Land Price (L01) 2026
Distances from Kashima
Straight-line distance — click for the full driving route, time and fuel cost.
Train stations near Kashima
Closest railway stations.
Frequently asked questions
Kashima population?
About 27,892 inhabitants (2020 census).
Population density of Kashima?
About 249 inhabitants/km² (area 112.1 km²).
Average rent in Kashima?
About 1,940 yen per tatami per month (2018 Housing and Land Survey).
Distance from Kashima to Tokyo?
About 927 km in a straight line.