Climate
About Akune
Akune is a city in Kagoshima, Japan, with a population of about 19,270 inhabitants. About 41.8% of residents are aged 65 or over and the median age is 60.1. The average taxable income is about 260.6万 yen per taxpayer (2023). The population density is about 143/km² (ranked #425 of 531 covered cities), the home-ownership rate is 54.0% and the city counts 3 hospitals. Since 1980, the population has declined by 34.7% (-9.1% between 2015 and 2020). On this page you can find driving distances, travel time and routes from Akune to major Japanese cities, nearby towns and the local climate.
Akune — key statistics
Source: e-Stat — Statistics Bureau of Japan (census, housing & land survey, medical facilities & school surveys, municipal finance)
Akune — population dynamics & households
In 2024, Akune recorded 87 births and 420 deaths (natural change -333), with 473 people moving in and 535 moving out (net migration -62).
Source: e-Stat — System of Social and Demographic Statistics (vital statistics, migration report, census)
Akune — official land prices 2026
The 2026 official land price survey lists 4 standard points in Akune: residential land averages 11,440 yen/m² (median 10,900, highest 14,400), commercial land averages 21,500 yen/m², with an average change of -2.63 % over one year.
Source: MLIT — National Land Numerical Information, Official Land Price (L01) 2026
Distances from Akune
Straight-line distance — click for the full driving route, time and fuel cost.
Nearby cities
Closest towns and cities around Akune.
Train stations near Akune
Closest railway stations.
Frequently asked questions
Akune population?
About 19,270 inhabitants (2020 census).
Population density of Akune?
About 143 inhabitants/km² (area 134.3 km²).
Average rent in Akune?
About 1,392 yen per tatami per month (2018 Housing and Land Survey).
Distance from Akune to Tokyo?
About 967 km in a straight line.