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Chūō, Japan

Yamanashi · Japan

Chūō is a mid-size city in Yamanashi, Japan with a population of 31,216. Elevation: 817 ft (249 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
31,216 Population 197/sq mi density
817 ft Elevation 249 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
51.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$30,600 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$30,600 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,000 home value, $370/mo rent

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About Chūō

Chūō

Chūō is a city located in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 October 2020, the city had an estimated population of 30,660 in 13,954 households, and a population density of 970 persons per km². The total area of the city is 31.69 square kilometres (12.24 sq mi).

People

Population31,216
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density197/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,600
Unemployment2.2%

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,000
Rent$370
Housing Units12,486

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Population31,216
Population Density197 / sq mi
Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Coordinates35.5947°, 138.5028°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamanashi
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation51.4 inches (1,306 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.6 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$30,600
Median Age49.2 years

About Chūō

Chūō is a mid-size city in Japan (Yamanashi) with a population of 31,216. The city sits at an elevation of 817 feet (249 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Chūō has a population of 31,216 with a density of 197 people per square mile, spread across 158.7 square miles. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

31,216
Total Population
197
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above Japan avg
158.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Chūō vs Japan Average

The median household income in Chūō is $30,600, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 999 business establishments.

Income: Chūō vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,600
59% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)999

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Chūō is $74,000, 74% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $370 (68% below the national average of $1,163). There are 12,486 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,000
74% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$370
68% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units12,486

Property Tax

Climate in Chūō

Chūō has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1127 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 31.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 56.5
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 71.3
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 81.0
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 75.8
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 105.4
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 144.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 120.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 153.4
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 194.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 46.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 48.5
Chūō experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 817 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above Japan avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Geography

Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Area158.7 sq mi (411.0 km²)
Population Density197/sq mi
Coordinates35.5947°N, 138.5028°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.4"
35% above Japan avg
Snowfall 3.6"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.36"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,023 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 23, 2025.

Feb 20, 1990 28 km E of Shimoda, Japan M6.4 120 km
Aug 10, 2009 8 km NE of Sagara, Japan M6.2 97 km
Mar 15, 2011 6 km NNW of Fujinomiya, Japan M6.0 37 km
May 4, 2014 31 km ESE of It?, Japan M6.0 113 km
Aug 1, 2011 20 km E of ?yama, Japan M5.9 107 km
Jan 15, 2007 15 km WSW of Heda, Japan M5.9 79 km
Jul 23, 2005 9 km WSW of Ichihara, Japan M5.9 134 km
Apr 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Tanuma, Japan M5.8 135 km
Feb 1, 1992 4 km SSE of Miura, Japan M5.8 117 km
Mar 6, 1996 13 km NNE of Gotenba, Japan M5.6 47 km
Mar 16, 1997 5 km NE of Toyokawa, Japan M5.6 127 km
Mar 4, 1997 9 km SSW of It?, Japan M5.6 92 km
May 3, 1998 14 km SW of It?, Japan M5.6 92 km
Apr 20, 2006 16 km SE of It?, Japan M5.6 104 km
Nov 9, 2013 3 km WSW of Moriya, Japan M5.6 137 km
Feb 15, 2005 2 km NNW of Iwatsuki, Japan M5.5 115 km
Dec 21, 1996 3 km E of Sugito, Japan M5.5 124 km
Mar 15, 2012 3 km ENE of ?me, Japan M5.5 74 km
Apr 11, 2011 8 km WSW of Iiyama, Japan M5.5 136 km
Aug 15, 1998 22 km WSW of Hotaka, Japan M5.5 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

38 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ampil (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Ampil Category 3 290 km
2019 Faxai Category 4 113 km
2019 Hagibis Category 2 81 km
2018 Jongdari Category 2 156 km
2018 Jebi Category 1 255 km
2018 Shanshan Category 1 252 km
2017 Lan Category 1 272 km
2016 Mindulle Category 1 170 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 78 km
2011 Roke Category 3 72 km
2009 Melor Category 1 248 km
2009 Krovanh Category 1 266 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 275 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 63 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 104 km
2004 Ma-on Category 4 85 km
2004 Chaba Category 1 293 km
2003 Etau Category 1 208 km
2002 Higos Category 2 109 km
2001 Danas Category 1 101 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

17 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.0 m (43 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1923 SAGAMI BAY Earthquake 13.0 m 105,385 106 km
1495 KAMAKURA, SAGAMI BAY, TOKAIDO Earthquake 5.0 m 200 106 km
1855 ENSHUNADA Earthquake 3.0 m - 147 km
1433 OFF IZU-OSHIMA Earthquake 2.0 m - 119 km
2009 HONSHU: S COAST Earthquake 0.6 m 1 97 km
1980 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.6 m - 107 km
1978 TOKAIDO Earthquake 0.4 m 25 111 km
1974 TOKAIDO Earthquake 0.2 m 30 112 km
1990 JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m - 120 km
1857 TOKAIDO Earthquake - - 90 km
1855 TOKAIDO Earthquake - 6,757 117 km
1782 ODAWARA, SAGAMI BAY Eruption + Earthquake - - 122 km
1633 SAGAMI BAY Earthquake - 150 77 km
1589 SURUGA, JAPAN Earthquake - - 93 km
1257 SAGAMI BAY, JAPAN Earthquake - - 101 km
1241 KAMAKURA, SAGAMI BAY Earthquake - - 92 km
818 TOKAIDO Eruption + Earthquake - - 85 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fujisan (33 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Fujisan Stratovolcano 3,776 m (12,388 ft) 1708 33 km
Yokodake Stratovolcano(es) 2,480 m (8,136 ft) 1200 57 km
Hakoneyama Complex 1,438 m (4,718 ft) 2015 62 km
Asamayama Complex 2,568 m (8,425 ft) 2019 90 km
Izu-Tobu Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,406 m (4,613 ft) 1989 94 km
Ontakesan Complex 3,067 m (10,062 ft) 2014 98 km
Norikuradake Stratovolcano(es) 3,026 m (9,928 ft) -50 103 km
Harunasan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) 550 103 km
Yakedake Stratovolcano(es) 2,455 m (8,054 ft) 1995 108 km
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 114 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 122 km
Washiba-Kumonotaira Shield(s) 2,924 m (9,593 ft) Unknown 122 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 124 km
Izu-Oshima Stratovolcano 758 m (2,487 ft) 1990 126 km
Midagahara Stratovolcano 2,621 m (8,599 ft) 1839 136 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.1 in
March 42°F (5°C) 3.5 in
April 52°F (11°C) 4.2 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.4 in
June 67°F (19°C) 7.0 in
July 73°F (23°C) 5.8 in
August 75°F (24°C) 7.0 in Warmest
September 69°F (20°C) 7.4 in Wettest
October 58°F (14°C) 4.9 in
November 48°F (9°C) 2.5 in
December 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in Driest

Chūō has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 34°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.4") and December the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Chūō

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立南湖小学校 - - - -
市立田富南小学校 - - - -
市立若草中学校 - - - -
市立若草南小学校 - - - -
市立若草小学校 - - - -
中央市立田富小学校 - - - -
中央市立田富北小学校 - - - -
山梨県消防学校 - - - -
中央市立田富中学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Chūō

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Chūō

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ichikawa Misato Town Folklore Museum
Kai Golden Village, Yunooku Kanayama Museum
Kunimasu Museum
Shingen-Mochi Factory Theme Park
Suntory Museum of Whisky
The Village Of The Village of Kiso, Meynobu Town
Wine Museum
クニマス
クリスタルミュージアム
シャトレーゼローマンガラス美術館
なかとみ現代工芸美術館
なるさわ富士山博物館
やまなし伝統工芸館
中央市豊富郷土資料館
信玄公宝物館
北杜市長坂郷土資料館
南アルプス市立春仙美術館
南アルプス市立白根桃源美術館
嘯月美術館
坂井考古館
宝物殿
富士川町民俗資料館
小さな蔵の美術館
山梨大学赤レンガ館
山梨県立博物館
山梨県立文学館
山梨県立科学館
山梨県立美術館
山梨県立考古博物館
市川三郷町ふるさと会館・文化資料館・民族資料館
市川三郷町ふるさと会館文化資料館
市立勝沼ぶどうの国文化館
恩賜林記念館
早川町歴史民俗資料館
早川町郷土資料館
武川民俗資料館
武田氏館跡歴史館
河口湖自動車博物館 自動車館
河口湖自動車博物館 飛行舘
清春白樺美術館
甘草屋敷
甲州市中央公民館歴史民俗資料室
甲府市民俗資料館
登美の丘ワイナリー資料館
石和写真美術館
石和町民俗文化財展示館
笛吹市春日居郷土館
笛吹市青楓美術館
美枝きもの資料館
藤村記念館
身延山宝物館
身延町歴史民俗資料館
釈迦堂遺跡博物館
韮崎大村美術館
韮崎市民俗資料館

Libraries in Chūō

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
はしば文庫0.0
わかくさ図書館0.0
中央図書館0.0
中央市立玉穂生涯学習館0.0
中央市立田富図書館0.0
勝沼町図書館0.0
北杜市すたま森の図書館0.0
北杜市たかね図書館0.0
北杜市ながさか図書館0.0
北杜市むかわ図書館0.0
北杜市むかわ図書館0.0
北杜市ライブラリーはくしゅう0.0
北杜市明野図書館0.0
南アルプス市立わかくさ図書館0.0
南アルプス市立八田農業情報関連図書館0.0
南アルプス市立櫛形図書館芦安分館0.0
南アルプス市立甲西図書室0.0
南アルプス市立白根桃源図書館0.0
図書館0.0
塩山市立図書館0.0
塩山市立図書館分館0.0
山梨市立図書館0.0
山梨県立図書館0.0
市川三郷町立図書館三珠分館0.0
昭和町立図書館0.0
甲府市立図書館0.0
甲斐市立双葉図書館0.0
甲斐市立敷島図書館0.0
甲斐市立竜王図書館0.0
笛吹市一宮図書館0.0
笛吹市八代図書館0.0
笛吹市境川図書室0.0
笛吹市御坂図書館0.0
笛吹市春日居ふるさと図書館0.0
笛吹市石和図書館0.0
身延町立図書館0.0
韮崎市立図書館0.0

Restaurants in Chūō

16 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bamiyan
Gusto
Jolly-Pasta
Yumean
うなふじ
せりざわ
ひまわり食堂
ふたば食堂
まるじゅう
むらまさ
めん丸
初花
十八番
夢国籍料理伽羅
木香
焼きたて屋

Cafes in Chūō

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks

Dentists in Chūō

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JP #544344485
内藤歯科

Train Stations in Chūō

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Higashi-Hanawa
Koikawa

Gas Stations in Chūō

9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
Esso
JA-SS
JA-SS
カネエ石油
丸紅エネルギー
昭和シェル

Banks in Chūō

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kofu Shinkin Bank
Yamanashi Chuo Bank
Yamanashi Chuo Bank
山梨信用金庫
山梨県民信用組合

Breweries in Chūō

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Persona Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Chūō

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Chūō

22 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Tateshina Tokyu Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Saku Ski Garden Parada 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Blanche Takayama 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shirakaba Kogen Kokusai Ski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Echo Valley 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Asahi Prime Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kurumayama Kogen SKYPARK 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shirakabako Royal Hill 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Family Gelände Kirigamine Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shirakaba 2 in 1 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pilatus Tateshina Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Yachiho Kōgen Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chateraise Ski Valley Koumi 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sun Meadows Kiyosato Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chateraise Ski Valley Nobeyama 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fujimi Kougen Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fujimi Panorama Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chuo-do Ina Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Komagane Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kamui Misaka Ski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fujiten Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Chūō

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shinshu-Matsumoto AirportMMJMedium Airport
Fujikawa Airstrip-Small Airport
Futaba Airport-Small Airport
Isesaki Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport
Izu Flying Club Airfield-Small Airport
Kamisato Gliderport-Small Airport
Kannami Glider Park-Small Airport
Kannami Hang Glider Landing Field-Small Airport
Kawane Skypark Gliderport-Small Airport
Kirigamine Gliderport-Small Airport
Miho Airfield-Small Airport
Nirasaki Gliderport-Small Airport
Oshino Sky Sports Club-Small Airport

Post Offices in Chūō

6 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
南湖郵便局
田富流通団地郵便局
田富花輪郵便局
田富郵便局
藤田簡易郵便局
鏡中條郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chūō

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
妙泉寺
法善寺
藤田八幡神社
諏訪神社
長遠寺

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

🇯🇵 About Japan

Capital Tokyo
Population 126,529,100
Area 377,835 km²
GDP (USD) $4,213,167,237,906
GDP per capita $33,836
HDI 0.925
Life expectancy 84.0 years
Internet users 87.0%
Urban population 92.1%
Currency JPY (Yen)
Languages Japanese
Calling code +81
TLD .jp
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Japan

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day 元日
Jan 12 Coming of Age Day 成人の日
Feb 11 Foundation Day 建国記念の日
Feb 23 The Emperor's Birthday 天皇誕生日
Mar 20 Vernal Equinox Day 春分の日
Apr 29 Shōwa Day 昭和の日
May 4 Greenery Day みどりの日
May 5 Children's Day こどもの日
May 6 Constitution Memorial Day 憲法記念日
Jul 20 Marine Day 海の日
Aug 11 Mountain Day 山の日
Sep 21 Respect for the Aged Day 敬老の日
Sep 23 Autumnal Equinox Day 秋分の日
Oct 12 Sports Day スポーツの日
Nov 3 Culture Day 文化の日
Nov 23 Labour Thanksgiving Day 勤労感謝の日

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chūō

What is the population of Chūō?

Chūō has a population of 31,216 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 197 people per square mile, spread across 158.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Chūō expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,600, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $74,000 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $370 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Chūō?

Chūō has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.4 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Chūō?

The job market in Chūō is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 999 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chūō?

The median home value in Chūō is $74,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $370.

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