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Kaminoyama, Japan
Yamagata · Japan
Kaminoyama is a mid-size city in Yamagata, Japan with a population of 35,593. Elevation: 581 ft (177 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
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People
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A+Climate
| Population | 35,593 |
| Population Density | 323 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 581 ft (177 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.1539°, 140.2736° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Yamagata |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.4 inches (1,305 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.1 inches (33 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,800 |
| Median Age | 51.0 years |
About Kaminoyama
Kaminoyama is a mid-size city in Japan (Yamagata) with a population of 35,593. The city sits at an elevation of 581 feet (177 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kaminoyama vs Japan Average
Income: Kaminoyama vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,800 |
| 64% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,139 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $64,000 |
| 77% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $320 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 14,237 |
Property Tax
Climate in Kaminoyama
Kaminoyama 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 1216 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 243 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 581 ft (177 m) |
| Area | 110.1 sq mi (285.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 323/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1539°N, 140.2736°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
15 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1833 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 9.0 m | 85 | 128 km |
| 1964 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 5.8 m | 36 | 95 km |
| 1835 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | — | 145 km |
| 2008 | ARATOZAWA, JAPAN | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.5 m | 23 | 111 km |
| 2016 | E. COAST HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.4 m | — | 129 km |
| 1897 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 142 km |
| 1804 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 450 | 104 km |
| 2022 | OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 4 | 125 km |
| 2019 | NIIGATA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 89 km |
| 2021 | OFF FUKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 1 | 137 km |
| 2011 | E. COAST HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 116 km |
| 1894 | YAMAGATA, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | 726 | 93 km |
| 1762 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 138 km |
| 1644 | HONJO, AKITA | Earthquake | — | 117 | 139 km |
| 850 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 100 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zaozan [Zaosan] (15 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Zaozan [Zaosan] | Complex | 1,841 m (6,040 ft) | 1940 | 15 km |
| Azumayama | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,949 m (6,394 ft) | 1977 | 47 km |
| Adatarayama | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,728 m (5,669 ft) | 1996 | 56 km |
| Bandaisan | Stratovolcano | 1,816 m (5,958 ft) | 1888 | 64 km |
| Naruko | Caldera | 470 m (1,542 ft) | 837 | 76 km |
| Kurikomayama | Stratovolcano | 1,627 m (5,338 ft) | 1950 | 100 km |
| Numazawa | Shield | 835 m (2,740 ft) | -3400 | 101 km |
| Chokaisan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,236 m (7,336 ft) | 1974 | 107 km |
| Nasudake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,915 m (6,283 ft) | 1963 | 118 km |
| Takaharayama | Stratovolcano | 1,795 m (5,889 ft) | -4570 | 146 km |
| Hiuchigatake | Stratovolcano | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | 1544 | 159 km |
| Omanago Group | Lava dome(s) | 2,341 m (7,680 ft) | -3050 | 166 km |
| Nantaisan | Stratovolcano | 2,486 m (8,156 ft) | -9540 | 169 km |
| Nikko-Shiranesan | Shield | 2,578 m (8,458 ft) | 1952 | 170 km |
| Akita-Komagatake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,637 m (5,371 ft) | 1971 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-1°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 6.1 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 3.5 in |
Kaminoyama has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 29°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.3") and February the driest (3.0").
Schools in Kaminoyama
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 上山市立上山小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 山形県立ゆきわり養護学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 上山市立宮川中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 山形県立山形盲学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 山形市立みはらしの丘小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 山形県立上山高等養護学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 上山市立南中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 上山市立南小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 山形市立第九中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 南山形小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 山形市立本沢小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kaminoyama
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kaminoyama
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dewazakura Art Museum | ||||
| Goto Museum | ||||
| Hiroshige Museum | ||||
| Mogami Yoshiaki historical museum | ||||
| Mogami Yoshiaki historical museum | ||||
| Sake museum | ||||
| Sake museum | ||||
| Tendo Municipal Shogi Museum | ||||
| Tendo Museum | ||||
| Yamadera Basho Memorial Museum | ||||
| Yamagata City Local History Museum | ||||
| Yamagata Kenritsu Hakubutsukankyoiku Museum | ||||
| Yamagata Kenritsu Hakubutsukankyoiku Museum | ||||
| Yamagata Museum of Art | ||||
| Yamagata Museum of Art | ||||
| Yamagata Prefectural Museum | ||||
| Yamagata Prefectural Museum | ||||
| エコミュージアム コアセンター創遊館 | ||||
| やませ蔵 | ||||
| よねおりかんこうセンター | ||||
| 七ヶ宿町水と歴史の館 | ||||
| 上山城 | ||||
| 丸大扇屋 | ||||
| 今昔館 | ||||
| 古澤酒造資料館 | ||||
| 大江町 歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 天童民芸館 | ||||
| 宮坂考古館 | ||||
| 山の村美術館 | ||||
| 山の村美術館 | ||||
| 山形県産業科学館 | ||||
| 山形県産業科学館 | ||||
| 山形県芸文美術館 | ||||
| 山形県芸文美術館 | ||||
| 山形酒のミュージアム＆湯けむり屋台つまみ | ||||
| 山形酒のミュージアム＆湯けむり屋台つまみ | ||||
| 山辺町 ふるさと資料館 | ||||
| 我妻榮記念館 | ||||
| 掬粋巧芸館 | ||||
| 斎藤茂吉記念館 | ||||
| 斎藤茂吉記念館 | ||||
| 旧竹田写真館 | ||||
| 浜田広介記念館 | ||||
| 熊野考古館 | ||||
| 稽照殿 | ||||
| 米沢市上杉博物館 | ||||
| 米沢市埋蔵文化財資料室 | ||||
| 米沢織物歴史資料館 | ||||
| 結城豊太郎記念館 | ||||
| 蟹仙洞 | ||||
| 遅筆堂文庫 | ||||
| 酒造資料館 東光の酒蔵 | ||||
| 金澤翔子記念館 | ||||
| 鈴木晋美術館 | ||||
| 長沼孝三彫塑館 | ||||
| 風土記の丘考古資料館 | ||||
| 高松和紙民俗資料館 |
Libraries in Kaminoyama
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AED設置場所 | 0.0 | |||||
| 上山市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 南陽市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 天童市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 寒河江市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 山形大学医学部 附属図書館医学部分室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 山形大学医学部 附属図書館医学部分室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 山形市立図書館 北部分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 山形市立図書館 北部分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 山形県図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 山形県図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 米沢市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 遊学館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 長井市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高畠町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高畠町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kaminoyama
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 山形生花卸売市場 | |||||
| 生活協同組合共立社 コープひがしはら |
Hotels in Kaminoyama
27 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kaminoyama
70 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kaminoyama
11 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Kaminoyama
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kaminoyama
13 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kaminoyama
8 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kaminoyama
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kaminoyama
4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kaminoyama
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kaminoyama
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kaminoyama
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Kaminoyama
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kaminoyama
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zao Brewery | ||||
| Zao Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Kaminoyama
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Kaminoyama
44 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asahi Shizenkan Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Miyagi Zao Shiroishi Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yokone | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Doshojidaira Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Zao Liza World | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Miyagi Zao Eboshi Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Zao Sarukura | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Miyagi Zao Sumikawasu Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Zao Onsen Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Water Jump Miyagi | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| St. Mary | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tenoko Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Izumigatake Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Spring Valley Izumi Kogen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kurobushi Kogen Snow Park Jangle Jungle | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mount Gassan Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hanagasa Kogen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yakurai Garden Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hachimoriyama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hagurosan Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Uenono Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Onikobe Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nihonmatsu Shiozawa | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| yanaizu onsen ski area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Listel Ski Fantasia | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Inawashiro Snow Paradise | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Grand Sunpia Inawashiro Resort Hotel | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Family Snow Park Bandai X2 | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hoshino Resorts Nekoma Mountain | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Inawashiro Schanze | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Adatara Kogen Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Numajiri Ski | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Urabandai Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mishima Choei | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Minowa Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yokomuki Onsen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Grandeco Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sannokura | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tengendai Kogen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kuriko International Ski & Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yonezawa Snow World | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Onogawa Onsen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Miyagi Zao Shichikashuku | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kawanishi Choei Komatsu Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Kaminoyama
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sendai Airport | SDJ | Large Airport |
| Shonai Airport | SYO | Medium Airport |
| Yamagata Airport | GAJ | Medium Airport |
| Abukuma Flying Club Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fukushima (Iizaka) Skypark | — | Small Airport |
| Fukushima Robot Test Field Minamisoma Runway | — | Small Airport |
| Izumigatake Paragliding School | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Kasuminome Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kakuda Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Osato Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Rifu Morigo Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Semine Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Shirataka Aero Park / Mutsumi Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kaminoyama
14 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Azuma Summary Post Office | |
| Hango Post Office | |
| Kaminoyama Asahimachi Post Office | |
| Kaminoyama Post Office | |
| Kaminoyama Takamatsu Summary Post Office | |
| Kaminoyama Tokamachi Post Office | |
| Koiwasawa Summary Post Office | |
| Miyaoi Post Office | |
| Motosawa Post Office | |
| Murayama Nakagawa Post Office | |
| Nakayama Post Office | |
| Narage Post Office | |
| Togo Post Office | |
| Yamamoto Summary Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kaminoyama
30 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 三本松稲荷神社 | |
| 不動堂 | |
| 久昌寺 | |
| 五巴神社 | |
| 光明院 | |
| 八幡神社 | |
| 円通寺 | |
| 古峯神社 | |
| 古峯神社 | |
| 天満神社 | |
| 寿仙院 | |
| 川口寺 | |
| 川口若松観音 | |
| 御岳神社 | |
| 愛宕神社 | |
| 日吉神社 | |
| 月岡神社 | |
| 本行寺 | |
| 栗川稲荷神社 | |
| 正八幡神社 |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Kaminoyama
What is the population of Kaminoyama?
Kaminoyama has a population of 35,593 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 323 people per square mile, spread across 110.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kaminoyama expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,800, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $64,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $320 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 Kaminoyama?
Kaminoyama has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.4 inches, with 13.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kaminoyama?
The job market in Kaminoyama is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,139 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kaminoyama?
The median home value in Kaminoyama is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.