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Kinoshita, Japan

Nagano · Japan

Kinoshita is a small city in Nagano, Japan with a population of 24,989. Elevation: 2,228 ft (679 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
24,989 Population 575/sq mi density
2,228 ft Elevation 679 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
58.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$30,100 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$30,100 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,000 home value, $380/mo rent

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About Kinoshita

Kinoshita

Kinoshita Station is a railway station on the Iida Line in the town of Minowa, Kamiina District, Nagano, Japan, operated by Central Japan Railway Company.

People

Population24,989
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density575/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,100
Unemployment2.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,000
Rent$380
Housing Units9,996

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain58.9 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation2,228 ft (679 m)
Population24,989
Population Density575 / sq mi
Elevation2,228 ft (679 m)
Coordinates35.9006°, 137.9878°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNagano
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation58.9 inches (1,495 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.1 inches (23 cm)
Median Household Income$30,100
Median Age50.0 years

About Kinoshita

Kinoshita is a small city in Japan (Nagano) with a population of 24,989. The city sits at an elevation of 2,228 feet (679 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Kinoshita has a population of 24,989 with a density of 575 people per square mile, spread across 43.5 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

24,989
Total Population
575
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
43.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kinoshita vs Japan Average

The median household income in Kinoshita is $30,100, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 800 business establishments.

Income: Kinoshita vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,100
60% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)800

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kinoshita is $76,000, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $380 (67% below the national average of $1,163). There are 9,996 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,000
73% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$380
67% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units9,996

Property Tax

Climate in Kinoshita

Kinoshita 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 1311 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / 3.7° 36.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / 3.8° 56.7
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / 8.4° 90.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / 15.8° 88.9
May 0°C / 32°F — / 20.7° 111.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / 24° 186.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / 27.3° 218.3
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / 29.4° 136.4
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / 24.2° 215.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / 17.8° 76.6
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / 11.8° 63.6
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / 6.4° 30.1
Kinoshita experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,228 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below Japan avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,228 ft (679 m)
Area43.5 sq mi (112.5 km²)
Population Density575/sq mi
Coordinates35.9006°N, 137.9878°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.9"
55% above Japan avg
Snowfall 9.1"
Wettest Month (Sep) 8.66"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

530 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 23, 2025.

Aug 10, 2009 8 km NE of Sagara, Japan M6.2 131 km
Mar 11, 2011 13 km E of Arai, Japan M6.2 129 km
Mar 15, 2011 6 km NNW of Fujinomiya, Japan M6.0 88 km
Jan 15, 2007 15 km WSW of Heda, Japan M5.9 127 km
Aug 1, 2011 20 km E of ?yama, Japan M5.9 147 km
Mar 11, 2011 eastern Honshu, Japan M5.7 119 km
Mar 6, 1996 13 km NNE of Gotenba, Japan M5.6 104 km
Mar 16, 1997 5 km NE of Toyokawa, Japan M5.6 127 km
May 3, 1998 14 km SW of It?, Japan M5.6 146 km
Mar 4, 1997 9 km SSW of It?, Japan M5.6 147 km
Apr 11, 2011 8 km WSW of Iiyama, Japan M5.5 104 km
Aug 15, 1998 22 km WSW of Hotaka, Japan M5.5 51 km
Mar 15, 2012 3 km ENE of ?me, Japan M5.5 117 km
Jun 26, 1990 near the south coast of Honshu, Japan M5.4 147 km
Aug 26, 2010 25 km ENE of Katsuyama, Japan M5.4 112 km
Apr 3, 2001 10 km NE of Mori, Japan M5.4 112 km
Jan 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Shiozawa, Japan M5.3 133 km
Oct 5, 2011 24 km W of ?machi, Japan M5.3 73 km
Jun 5, 1990 13 km NE of Gotenba, Japan M5.3 110 km
Apr 23, 2020 18 km WNW of Shiojiri, Japan M5.2 35 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

34 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Faxai (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Faxai Category 3 169 km
2019 Hagibis Category 2 132 km
2018 Jebi Category 2 199 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 175 km
2017 Lan Category 1 287 km
2016 Mindulle Category 1 225 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 117 km
2011 Roke Category 2 109 km
2009 Melor Category 1 246 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 285 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 114 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 159 km
2004 Ma-on Category 3 138 km
2004 Chaba Category 1 236 km
2003 Etau Category 1 165 km
2002 Higos Category 2 165 km
2001 Danas Category 1 157 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 254 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 99 km
1998 Zeb Category 1 216 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.6 m (2 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2009 HONSHU: S COAST Earthquake 0.6 m 1 131 km
1857 TOKAIDO Earthquake 126 km
1799 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 147 km
1751 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 2,100 145 km
1666 AICHI PREFECTURE Earthquake 147 km
1633 SAGAMI BAY Earthquake 150 135 km
1589 SURUGA, JAPAN Earthquake 124 km
1586 ISE BAY Earthquake 8,000 147 km
1241 KAMAKURA, SAGAMI BAY Earthquake 150 km
863 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 133 km
818 TOKAIDO Eruption + Earthquake 142 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yokodake (36 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yokodake Stratovolcano(es) 2,480 m (8,136 ft) 1200 36 km
Norikuradake Stratovolcano(es) 3,026 m (9,928 ft) -50 45 km
Ontakesan Complex 3,067 m (10,062 ft) 2014 46 km
Yakedake Stratovolcano(es) 2,455 m (8,054 ft) 1995 51 km
Washiba-Kumonotaira Shield(s) 2,924 m (9,593 ft) Unknown 67 km
Asamayama Complex 2,568 m (8,425 ft) 2019 74 km
Midagahara Stratovolcano 2,621 m (8,599 ft) 1839 83 km
Fujisan Stratovolcano 3,776 m (12,388 ft) 1708 90 km
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 93 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 100 km
Harunasan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) 550 101 km
Myokosan Stratovolcano 2,454 m (8,051 ft) -750 111 km
Hakusan Stratovolcano 2,702 m (8,865 ft) 1659 113 km
Niigata-Yakeyama Lava dome 2,400 m (7,874 ft) 1998 114 km
Hakoneyama Complex 1,438 m (4,718 ft) 2015 119 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 2.2 in
March 34°F (1°C) 3.7 in
April 46°F (8°C) 5.0 in
May 55°F (13°C) 5.3 in
June 62°F (17°C) 8.2 in
July 69°F (20°C) 7.9 in
August 71°F (21°C) 7.2 in Warmest
September 63°F (17°C) 8.7 in Wettest
October 52°F (11°C) 4.8 in
November 42°F (5°C) 2.7 in
December 32°F (0°C) 1.5 in Driest

Kinoshita has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 27°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 58.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.7") and December the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Kinoshita

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
箕輪西小学校
高遠北小学校
箕輪町立箕輪中学校
箕輪町立箕輪中部小学校
長野県箕輪進修高等学校
箕輪町立箕輪南小学校
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Radio Stations near Kinoshita

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Kinoshita

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Harmo museum
Iijima History and Folk Museum
Ina City Sozokan
Jinchōkan Moriya Historical Museum
Nakamura House
Narakawa, Historical and Folkloric Museum
Nomura Yohko botanical drawing museum
PRINCE&SKYLINE MUSEUM
Suwa City Museum
Takato Museum of History
Tateshina Teddy Bear Musuem
イルフ童画館
おもしろかっぱ館
しもすわ今昔館おいでや
上問屋史料館
下諏訪町立諏訪湖 博物館・赤彦記念館
京都芸術大学附属康耀堂美術館
今井邦子文学館
伊藤近代美術館
伊那市考古資料館
信州高遠美術館
北澤美術館
原田泰治美術館
味噌川ダム防災資料館
宿場街道資料館
尖石縄文考古館
尖石縄文考古館
岡谷市立岡谷美術考古館
市民ギャラリー美術館
市立岡谷蚕糸博物館
平出博物館
影絵美術館
木曽義仲館
木祖村郷土館
箕輪町郷土博物館
義仲館
茅野市八ヶ岳総合博物館
茅野市神長宮守矢史料館
諏訪市美術館
贄川関所・木曽考古館
辰野町世界昆虫博物館
辰野美術館
飯島町歴史民族資料館 陣嶺館
駒ヶ根市郷土館
黒曜石体験ミュージアム

Libraries in Kinoshita

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
City of Okaya Library0.0
City of Okaya Library0.0
City of Okaya Library0.0
Suwa City Library0.0
えんぱーく0.0
下諏訪町立図書館0.0
伊那市立伊那図書館0.0
伊那市立高遠町図書館0.0
南箕輪図書館0.0
原村図書館0.0
図書館0.0
宮田村図書館0.0
富士見町図書館0.0
箕輪町図書館0.0
茅野市図書館0.0
茅野市民館図書室0.0
辰野図書館0.0
飯島町図書館0.0
駒ヶ根市立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Kinoshita

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
GAZA
みはらしファームとれたて市場

Hotels in Kinoshita

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ながた荘

Restaurants in Kinoshita

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CoCo ICHIBANYA
はま寿司
新兵エ

Cafes in Kinoshita

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

LongHills Eco Guesthouse and Cafe

Monuments in Kinoshita

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kumano Sakura Cherry Tree

Castles in Kinoshita

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

福与城跡

Train Stations in Kinoshita

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Inamatsushima
Kinoshita
Sawa

Bus Stations in Kinoshita

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JP #11183388637

Banks in Kinoshita

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hachijuni Bank
アルプス中央信用金庫
長野県信用組合

Breweries in Kinoshita

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Masumi
伊東酒造
本金
杉の森
舞姫
麗人酒造

Stadiums & Teams in Kinoshita

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Kinoshita

44 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Karuizawa Snow Park 0.0 $0
Asahi Prime Ski Area 0.0 $0
Echo Valley 0.0 $0
Shirakaba Kogen Kokusai Ski 0.0 $0
Blanche Takayama 0.0 $0
Hida Takayama Municipal Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Honokidaira Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hirayu Onsen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Saku Ski Garden Parada 0.0 $0
Prince Hotels and Resorts Karuizawa 0.0 $0
Takamine Mountain Park Ski Area 0.0 $0
Blue Resort Norikura 0.0 $0
Kazawa Snow Area 0.0 $0
Hijiri Kogen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Sugadairakogen Pine Beak Ski Area 0.0 $0
Sugadaira Taro Area 0.0 $0
Sugadaira Kogen Davos Hill Ski Area 0.0 $0
Palcall Tsumagoi Resort Ski & Hotel 0.0 $0
Minenohara Kogen 0.0 $0
Jiigatake Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Tateyama Sanroku Ski Area 0.0 $0
Awasuno Ski Area 0.0 $0
Sun Meadows Kiyosato Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hiraya Kogen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Jibusaka Ski Area 0.0 $0
Araragi Ski Area 0.0 $0
Komagane Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Chuo-do Ina Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Fujimi Panorama Resort 0.0 $0
Fujimi Kougen Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Mia Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Chateraise Ski Valley Nobeyama 0.0 $0
Kisofukushima Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Chausuyama Kogen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Yabuhara Kogen 0.0 $0
Shinshu-Matsumoto Nomugitoge Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Chateraise Ski Valley Koumi 0.0 $0
Yachiho Kōgen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Tateshina Tokyu Ski Area 0.0 $0
Pilatus Tateshina Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Shirakaba 2 in 1 0.0 $0
Family Gelände Kirigamine Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shirakabako Royal Hill 0.0 $0
Kurumayama Kogen SKYPARK 0.0 $0

Airports Near Kinoshita

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shinshu-Matsumoto AirportMMJMedium Airport
Futaba AirportSmall Airport
Hida AirparkSmall Airport
Kirigamine GliderportSmall Airport
Nagano City GliderportSmall Airport
Nirasaki GliderportSmall Airport
Ogurayama Paraglider LaunchSmall Airport
Tokai Paraplane AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Kinoshita

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kinoshita Post Office
三日町簡易郵便局
箕輪郵便局
長藤郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kinoshita

23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Daieiji Temple
Daitono Hachimangu
Fukiwara Jinja
Gorōhime Jinja
Hachimansha
Jishōji
Kashima Jinja
Konpirasha
Kōshōji Temple
Kumano Gongenmiya
Nagaoka Shrine
Nozawa Hachimansha
Takahashi Jinja
古田神社
嶺頭院
御射宮司社(秋宮社摂社)
御射山三社御旅所
正全寺
澄心寺
福与諏訪社
秋宮社
箕輪南宮神社(春宮)
長松寺

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 Kinoshita

What is the population of Kinoshita?

Kinoshita has a population of 24,989 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 575 people per square mile, spread across 43.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kinoshita expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,100, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $76,000 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $380 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Kinoshita?

Kinoshita has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.9 inches, with 9.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kinoshita?

The job market in Kinoshita is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 800 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kinoshita?

The median home value in Kinoshita is $76,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $380.

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