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Minabe, Japan
Wakayama · Japan
Minabe is a small city in Wakayama, Japan with a population of 12,561. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 12,561 |
| Population Density | 121 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.7686°, 135.3185° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Wakayama |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.9 inches (1,852 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 50.8 years |
About Minabe
Minabe is a small city in Japan (Wakayama) with a population of 12,561. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Minabe vs Japan Average
Income: Minabe vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,900 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 402 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $70,000 |
| 75% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $350 |
| 70% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 5,024 |
Property Tax
Climate in Minabe
Minabe has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.4°C), the coldest is Jan (2.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2360 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 103.7 sq mi (268.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 121/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.7686°N, 135.3185°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 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 | 80 km |
| 1707 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 25.7 m | 5,000 | 79 km |
| 1605 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 5,000 | 94 km |
| 1946 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 6.6 m | 1,362 | 90 km |
| 1711 | SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 1,000 | 135 km |
| 1520 | KII, KUMANANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 93 km |
| 1510 | OSAKA BAY | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 93 km |
| 1408 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 146 km |
| 1403 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 110 km |
| 922 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 128 km |
| 1808 | E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 1.5 m | - | 50 km |
| 2004 | SOUTH COAST HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 144 km |
| 1948 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 79 km |
| 1995 | KOBE, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 6,434 | 94 km |
| 1791 | OASAKA BAY | Earthquake | - | - | 82 km |
| 1498 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | - | - | 32 km |
| 1361 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | - | 660 | 90 km |
| 1360 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | - | - | 91 km |
| 1331 | OFF TANABE, WAKAYAMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | - | - | 13 km |
| 1099 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | - | - | 87 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 6.9 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 7.4 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 10.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 10.5 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 6.2 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
Minabe has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 42°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 72.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.9") and December the driest (2.1").
Schools in Minabe
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 市立上芳養中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立上芳養小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立中芳養小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立上南部中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立岩代小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立清川小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立高城中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立高城小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立上南部小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立南部中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立南部小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 県立南部高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Minabe
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Minabe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minakata Kumagusu Archives | ||||
| Minakata Kumagusu's House | ||||
| Tanabe City Museum of Art | ||||
| ぎゃらりい梅園 | ||||
| すさみ町立歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 南方熊楠記念館 | ||||
| 御坊市歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 白浜民俗温泉資料館 | ||||
| 白浜民俗温泉資料館 | ||||
| 紀州博物館 |
Libraries in Minabe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shirahama-cho Children's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| みなべ町立図書館上南部分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| みなべ町立図書館中央館(ゆめよみ館) | 0.0 | |||||
| 上富田町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 和歌山県立紀南図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 御坊市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 白浜町立図書館白浜分室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 美浜町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Minabe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| とれとれ市場 |
Hotels in Minabe
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Minabe
16 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Minabe
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Minabe
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Minabe
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Minabe
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Minabe
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Minabe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nagisa Beer | ||||
| Voyager brewing co. | ||||
| Voyager brewing co. |
Airports Near Minabe
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kansai International Airport | KIX | Large Airport |
| Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air Base | TKS | Large Airport |
| Nanki Shirahama Airport | SHM | Medium Airport |
| JGSDF Shinodayama Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Minabe
7 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Iwashiro Post Office | |
| Kamiminabe Post Office | |
| Kiyokawa Post Office | |
| Minabe Post Office | |
| Takagi Post Office | |
| 上芳養郵便局 | |
| 中芳養簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Minabe
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 丹河地蔵堂 | |
| 光龍寺 | |
| 勝専寺 | |
| 北道王子神社 | |
| 安養寺 | |
| 常福寺 | |
| 日吉神社 | |
| 法伝寺 | |
| 浦安神社 | |
| 浦安神社 | |
| 猪野山観音 | |
| 秋葉神社 | |
| 稲荷大明神 | |
| 稲荷神社 | |
| 薬師寺 | |
| 金比羅神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Minabe
What is the population of Minabe?
Minabe has a population of 12,561 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 121 people per square mile, spread across 103.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Minabe expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,900, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $70,000 (75% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $350 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 Minabe?
Minabe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.9 inches.
How is the job market in Minabe?
The job market in Minabe is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 402 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Minabe?
The median home value in Minabe is $70,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $350.