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Mima, Japan

Tokushima · Japan

Mima is a small city in Tokushima, Japan with a population of 28,055. Elevation: 148 ft (45 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
28,055 Population 130/sq mi density
148 ft Elevation 45 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
71.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,400 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$28,400 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population28,055
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density130/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,400
Unemployment2.4%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units11,222

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
Rain71.3 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Population28,055
Population Density130 / sq mi
Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Coordinates34.0549°, 134.1396°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceTokushima
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation71.3 inches (1,812 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,400
Median Age51.0 years

About Mima

Mima is a small city in Japan (Tokushima) with a population of 28,055. The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet (45 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Mima has a population of 28,055 with a density of 130 people per square mile, spread across 215.9 square miles. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

28,055
Total Population
130
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above Japan avg
215.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mima vs Japan Average

The median household income in Mima is $28,400, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 898 business establishments.

Income: Mima vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,400
62% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)898

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mima is $68,000, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $340 (71% below the national average of $1,163). There are 11,222 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$68,000
76% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$340
71% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units11,222

Property Tax

Climate in Mima

Mima has an average annual temperature of 14.7°C (58°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.5°C), the coldest is Jan (3.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1849 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.4°C / 38°F -3.9° / 14.7° 54.0
Feb 4.4°C / 40°F -3.7° / 17.2° 64.9
Mar 8.4°C / 47°F -2.6° / 21.6° 125.9
Apr 12.6°C / 55°F 0.9° / 25° 154.9
May 17.1°C / 63°F 6.2° / 28.9° 214.6
Jun 21.4°C / 71°F 11.9° / 31.5° 250.0
Jul 25.5°C / 78°F 19° / 35° 246.9
Aug 26.5°C / 80°F 19.9° / 35.1° 241.8
Sep 23.5°C / 74°F 15.3° / 32.6° 191.2
Oct 16.9°C / 62°F 8.2° / 27.5° 166.3
Nov 11.5°C / 53°F 2.5° / 23° 96.4
Dec 5.2°C / 41°F -2.3° / 16.8° 42.3
Mima enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above Japan avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area215.9 sq mi (559.3 km²)
Population Density130/sq mi
Coordinates34.0549°N, 134.1396°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 71.3"
88% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 11.06"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

175 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.2 on Mar 6, 2025.

Jan 16, 1995 8 km S of Akashi, Japan M6.9 100 km
Mar 24, 2001 16 km SSW of Kure, Japan M6.8 149 km
Apr 12, 2013 6 km WNW of Sumoto, Japan M5.8 72 km
Aug 20, 1999 22 km SE of Kainan, Japan M5.7 117 km
Sep 16, 2002 24 km SW of Kurayoshi, Japan M5.3 141 km
Mar 25, 2001 22 km WNW of H?j?, Japan M5.2 147 km
Mar 13, 2019 22 km ESE of Anan, Japan M5.2 72 km
Apr 14, 2000 10 km SSW of Tanabe, Japan M5.1 117 km
Apr 26, 2007 15 km ESE of Niihama, Japan M5.1 66 km
Oct 20, 1991 45 km SSW of Tanabe, Japan M5.1 130 km
Jul 5, 2011 12 km NNW of Gob?, Japan M5.0 92 km
Jan 16, 1995 20 km SW of Akashi, Japan M5.0 84 km
Sep 28, 1990 24 km NNW of Kariya, Japan M4.9 99 km
Oct 13, 1995 10 km ESE of Akashi, Japan M4.9 109 km
Jun 16, 2022 5 km S of Komatsushimach?, Japan M4.9 42 km
Jul 20, 2010 8 km WSW of Hashimoto, Japan M4.9 131 km
Feb 21, 2011 12 km NNW of Tanabe, Japan M4.9 112 km
Aug 22, 1994 39 km S of Anan, Japan M4.9 69 km
Oct 4, 2011 14 km SW of Wakimachi, Japan M4.8 13 km
May 26, 2005 6 km SSW of Kan’onjich?, Japan M4.8 48 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

50 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lan (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 2 149 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 51 km
2018 Trami Category 1 98 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 58 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 277 km
2017 Lan Category 2 292 km
2017 Noru Category 1 61 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 152 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 118 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 166 km
2014 Halong Category 1 141 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 177 km
2011 Roke Category 4 209 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 64 km
2009 Melor Category 1 203 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 156 km
2007 Usagi Category 2 255 km
2007 Man-yi Category 1 195 km
2005 Nabi Category 1 285 km
2004 Ma-on Category 4 298 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

12 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 28.0 m (92 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1854 NANKAIDO Earthquake 28.0 m 3,000 133 km
1707 NANKAIDO Earthquake 25.7 m 5,000 113 km
1605 NANKAIDO Earthquake 10.0 m 5,000 137 km
1711 SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 1,000 30 km
1510 OSAKA BAY Earthquake 2.0 m - 131 km
1808 E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 1.5 m - 63 km
1995 KOBE, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 6,434 104 km
1791 OASAKA BAY Earthquake - - 126 km
1498 NANKAIDO Earthquake - - 116 km
1361 NANKAIDO Earthquake - 660 142 km
1331 OFF TANABE, WAKAYAMA PREFECTURE Earthquake - - 106 km
745 OSAKA BAY, JAPAN Earthquake - - 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Sanbesan (184 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sanbesan Stratovolcano 1,126 m (3,694 ft) 650 184 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.7 in
March 44°F (6°C) 4.2 in
April 54°F (12°C) 6.8 in
May 62°F (17°C) 7.3 in
June 68°F (20°C) 11.1 in Wettest
July 76°F (24°C) 9.3 in
August 77°F (25°C) 6.4 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 10.6 in
October 60°F (16°C) 5.6 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in
December 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in Driest

Mima has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 36°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 71.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.1") and December the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Mima

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立初草小学校 - - - -
市立宮内小学校 - - - -
美馬市立三島中学校 - - - -
美馬市立三島小学校 - - - -
美馬市立穴吹中学校 - - - -
美馬市立岩倉中学校 - - - -
美馬市立岩倉小学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Mima

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Mima

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Higashi-Iya Museum of Local History and Folklore
Nagaoka-ke
Sanuki City Henro Museum (Ohenro Exchange Salon)
さぬき市歴史民俗資料館
さぬき市産業資料館
吉野川市美郷ほたる館
天体望遠鏡博物館
旧恵利家住宅
旧永井家庄屋屋敷
東みよし町立歴史民俗資料館
神野郷土館
美馬郷土博物館
自然生態展示館
與田寺宝物館
讃岐国分寺跡資料館
那賀町木沢歴史民俗資料館
郷土館
阿波和紙伝統産業会館
阿波和紙伝統産業会館
阿波市立土成郷土歴史館
阿波市立市場歴史民俗資料館
高松市立塩江美術館

Libraries in Mima

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kagawa Prefectual Library0.0
うみの図書館0.0
さぬき市寒川図書館0.0
三木町文化交流プラザ0.0
三野図書室0.0
吉野川市立山川図書館0.0
吉野川市立川島図書館0.0
吉野川市立鴨島図書館0.0
国分寺町立図書館0.0
東かがわ市とらまる図書館0.0
東みよし町立図書館0.0
美馬市立穴吹図書館0.0
美馬市脇町図書館0.0
阿波市立吉野笠井図書館0.0
阿波市立土成図書館0.0
阿波市立市場図書館0.0
阿波市立阿波図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Mima

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
ひまわり農産市
新鮮市場きむら
新鮮市場きむら

Hotels in Mima

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ブルーヴィラ あなぶき

Dentists in Mima

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

尾方歯科

Train Stations in Mima

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Oshima
Oshima

Gas Stations in Mima

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JP #307352497
JP #957771810

Stadiums & Teams in Mima

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Ski Resorts Near Mima

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ikawa Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Mima

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kochi Ryoma AirportKCZLarge Airport
Okayama Momotaro AirportOKJLarge Airport
Takamatsu AirportTAKLarge Airport
Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air BaseTKSLarge Airport
Kasaoka Air Station-Small Airport
Kohnan Airport-Small Airport
Yoshiigawa Eku Gliderport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Mima

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Iwakura Post Office
Kuchiyama Post Office
Mishima Post Office

Treatment Centers in Mima

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
あきやまクリニック
こくぶ脳外科・内科クリニック
仏生山駅前診療所

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mima

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
天理教 美拝分教会
戸白人神社

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Mima

What is the population of Mima?

Mima has a population of 28,055 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 130 people per square mile, spread across 215.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mima expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,400, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $68,000 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $340 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 Mima?

Mima enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.3 inches.

How is the job market in Mima?

The job market in Mima is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 898 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mima?

The median home value in Mima is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.

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