Tono Overview
Tōno is a city in Iwate Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 January 2020, the city had an estimated population of 26,378, and a population density of 31.6 persons per km2 in 10,759 households. The total area of the city is 825.97 square kilometres (318.91 sq mi). Tōno is known as "The City of Folklore" for its rural nature, its preservation of traditional culture and especially for the collection of folktales, Tōno Monogatari, written by Kunio Yanagita in 1910.
Tono Key Statistics
Population25181
Area826 km²
Parks / Museums / Cafés11 / 4 / 2
Practical Essentials for Tono
Meet-ups & Expat Community
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Emergency Phones
Police: 110 · Fire/Ambulance: 119
Nation-wide numbers, English assistance usually available.
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Getting Around Tono
Tono Main Station & Rail Lines
遠野 (Tono)
Train Travel to Tono
Tono is connected via Japan Rail and local private lines.
Driving to Tono
Accessible via Tomei Expressway and other national highways.
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¥3,400,000*est
Median household income / year
78*est /100
Price level vs Tokyo
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FAQ about Tono
When was Tono founded?
Tono was founded on December 1, 1954.
How old is Tono?
Tono is roughly 72 years old.
What is the population of Tono?
The latest estimate puts the population at about 25,181.
What is the land area of Tono?
Tono covers roughly 826 km².
What is the main railway station in Tono?
The primary hub is 遠野 (Tono).
How many parks, museums and cafés are in Tono?
The city has roughly 11 parks, 4 museums and 2 cafés within a 5 km radius of the center.
Is Tono expensive to live?
Tono is generally more affordable than Tokyo, with lower rents and food costs outside the tourist core.
Do I need travel insurance for visiting Tono?
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Where can I book food tours or cooking classes in Tono?
From street-food crawls to sake tastings and hands-on cooking classes, Tono has flavour for every budget. Book food tours ↗
What tours are available in Tono?
Guided walking tours, cultural excursions and day-trips run year-round. Most allow free cancellation and pay-later options. Explore tours ↗
Where can I access official city services in Tono?
All resident services — permits, taxes, public records — are handled by the City Hall. Learn more ↗
Are there expat meet-ups or language exchanges in Tono?
Tono hosts a friendly international community with weekly events near the main stations and cafes. Find events ↗
Where can I charge my EV in Tono?
CHAdeMO and CCS-compatible chargers dot convenience-store car-parks and highway rest-areas. View stations ↗
Can I rent a bike in Tono?
Yes, hire a bike by the hour or day and cruise the riverside paths. Rent a bike ↗
How can I check public-transport routes in Tono?
Use the official route planner for live subway, bus and tram times. Open planner ↗
Where is Tono?
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