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Minami-Alps, Japan

Yamanashi · Japan

Minami-Alps is a mid-size city in Yamanashi, Japan with a population of 71,618. Elevation: 978 ft (298 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
71,618 Population 451/sq mi density
978 ft Elevation 298 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
57.7 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
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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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Full City Profile

People

Population71,618
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density451/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,600
Unemployment2.2%

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,000
Rent$370
Housing Units28,647

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain57.7 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Population71,618
Population Density451 / sq mi
Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Coordinates35.6160°, 138.4634°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamanashi
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation57.7 inches (1,465 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.7 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$30,600
Median Age49.2 years

About Minami-Alps

Minami-Alps is a mid-size city in Japan (Yamanashi) with a population of 71,618. The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet (298 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Minami-Alps has a population of 71,618 with a density of 451 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

71,618
Total Population
451
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

Minami-Alps vs Japan Average

The median household income in Minami-Alps 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 31 business establishments, including 8 restaurants.

Income: Minami-Alps vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)31

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare11
Retail6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Minami-Alps 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 28,647 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 Units28,647

Property Tax

Climate in Minami-Alps

Minami-Alps 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
Minami-Alps experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below Japan avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Geography

Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Area158.7 sq mi (411.0 km²)
Population Density451/sq mi
Coordinates35.6160°N, 138.4634°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.7"
52% above Japan avg
Snowfall 3.7"
Wettest Month (Sep) 8.31"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

971 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 M6.4 124 km
Aug 10, 2009 8 km NE of Sagara, Japan M6.2 99 km
Mar 15, 2011 6 km NNW of Fujinomiya, Japan M6.0 40 km
May 4, 2014 31 km ESE of It?, Japan M6.0 117 km
Aug 1, 2011 20 km E of ?yama, Japan M5.9 110 km
Jul 23, 2005 9 km WSW of Ichihara, Japan M5.9 138 km
Jan 15, 2007 15 km WSW of Heda, Japan M5.9 82 km
Feb 1, 1992 4 km SSE of Miura, Japan M5.8 121 km
Apr 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Tanuma, Japan M5.8 137 km
Mar 11, 2011 eastern Honshu, Japan M5.7 148 km
May 3, 1998 14 km SW of It?, Japan M5.6 95 km
Mar 6, 1996 13 km NNE of Gotenba, Japan M5.6 52 km
Nov 9, 2013 3 km WSW of Moriya, Japan M5.6 140 km
Apr 20, 2006 16 km SE of It?, Japan M5.6 108 km
Mar 4, 1997 9 km SSW of It?, Japan M5.6 96 km
Mar 16, 1997 5 km NE of Toyokawa, Japan M5.6 126 km
Mar 15, 2012 3 km ENE of ?me, Japan M5.5 77 km
Dec 21, 1996 3 km E of Sugito, Japan M5.5 126 km
Aug 15, 1998 22 km WSW of Hotaka, Japan M5.5 103 km
Feb 15, 2005 2 km NNW of Iwatsuki, Japan M5.5 118 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 3 294 km
2019 Faxai Category 4 117 km
2019 Hagibis Category 2 85 km
2018 Jebi Category 1 251 km
2018 Shanshan Category 1 256 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 158 km
2017 Lan Category 1 272 km
2016 Mindulle Category 1 174 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 80 km
2011 Roke Category 3 74 km
2009 Melor Category 1 247 km
2009 Krovanh Category 1 270 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 275 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 67 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 108 km
2004 Ma-on Category 4 89 km
2004 Chaba Category 1 289 km
2003 Etau Category 1 205 km
2002 Higos Category 2 113 km
2001 Danas Category 1 105 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 105,385 110 km
1495 KAMAKURA, SAGAMI BAY, TOKAIDO Earthquake 5.0 m 200 110 km
1855 ENSHUNADA Earthquake 3.0 m — 147 km
1433 OFF IZU-OSHIMA Earthquake 2.0 m — 123 km
2009 HONSHU: S COAST Earthquake 0.6 m 1 99 km
1980 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.6 m — 111 km
1978 TOKAIDO Earthquake 0.4 m 25 115 km
1974 TOKAIDO Earthquake 0.2 m 30 115 km
1990 JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m — 124 km
1857 TOKAIDO Earthquake — — 92 km
1855 TOKAIDO Earthquake — 6,757 121 km
1782 ODAWARA, SAGAMI BAY Eruption + Earthquake — — 126 km
1633 SAGAMI BAY Earthquake — 150 81 km
1589 SURUGA, JAPAN Earthquake — — 94 km
1257 SAGAMI BAY, JAPAN Earthquake — — 105 km
1241 KAMAKURA, SAGAMI BAY Earthquake — — 97 km
818 TOKAIDO Eruption + Earthquake — — 89 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fujisan (37 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Fujisan Stratovolcano 3,776 m (12,388 ft) 1708 37 km
Yokodake Stratovolcano(es) 2,480 m (8,136 ft) 1200 54 km
Hakoneyama Complex 1,438 m (4,718 ft) 2015 66 km
Asamayama Complex 2,568 m (8,425 ft) 2019 88 km
Ontakesan Complex 3,067 m (10,062 ft) 2014 94 km
Izu-Tobu Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,406 m (4,613 ft) 1989 98 km
Norikuradake Stratovolcano(es) 3,026 m (9,928 ft) -50 98 km
Harunasan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) 550 102 km
Yakedake Stratovolcano(es) 2,455 m (8,054 ft) 1995 104 km
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 112 km
Washiba-Kumonotaira Shield(s) 2,924 m (9,593 ft) Unknown 118 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 119 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 124 km
Izu-Oshima Stratovolcano 758 m (2,487 ft) 1990 130 km
Midagahara Stratovolcano 2,621 m (8,599 ft) 1839 132 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-0°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 32°F (0°C) 2.2 in
March 38°F (4°C) 3.8 in
April 49°F (10°C) 4.8 in
May 57°F (14°C) 5.1 in
June 64°F (18°C) 8.0 in
July 70°F (21°C) 6.9 in
August 72°F (22°C) 7.8 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 8.3 in Wettest
October 55°F (13°C) 5.3 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.7 in
December 36°F (2°C) 1.3 in Driest

Minami-Alps has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 31°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 57.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.3") and December the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Minami-Alps

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立櫛形中学校 — — — —
市立櫛形北小学校 — — — —
市立白根巨摩中学校 — — — —
市立白根源小学校 — — — —
市立白根飯野小学校 — — — —
市立芦安中学校 — — — —
市立芦安小学校 — — — —
市立豊小学校 — — — —
県立巨摩高等学校 — — — —
白根巨摩中学校 — — — —
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Radio Stations near Minami-Alps

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Minami-Alps

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
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
北杜市小淵沢郷土資料館
北杜市考古資料館
北杜市長坂郷土資料館
北杜市須玉歴史資料館
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
大泉歴史民俗資料館
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
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
清春白樺美術館
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
韮崎大村美術館
韮崎市民俗資料館

Libraries in Minami-Alps

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
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
北杜市小淵沢図書館0.0
北杜市明野図書館0.0
北杜市金田一春彦記念図書館0.0
北杜市金田一春彦記念図書館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
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

Farmers Markets in Minami-Alps

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
道の駅南きよさと

Hotels in Minami-Alps

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hakuunso

Restaurants in Minami-Alps

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bamiyan

Gas Stations in Minami-Alps

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
JA-SS
カーエネクス

Banks in Minami-Alps

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kofu Shinkin Bank
Kofu Shinkin Bank
山梨県民信用組合

Breweries in Minami-Alps

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Persona Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Minami-Alps

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Minami-Alps

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 Minami-Alps

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 Minami-Alps

7 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
曲輪田簡易郵便局
桃園郵便局
榊郵便局
櫛形吉田郵便局
白根源郵便局
白根郵便局
芦安郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Minami-Alps

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
久円寺
穂見神社

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

Around Minami-Alps

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 44
Hospitals 5
Pharmacies 6
Restaurants 8
Cafes 1
Supermarkets 6
Banks 5
Museums 3
Libraries 4
Parks 49
Police Stations 12
Fire Stations 3
Places of Worship 7

🇯🇵 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 Minami-Alps

What is the population of Minami-Alps?

Minami-Alps has a population of 71,618 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 451 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 Minami-Alps 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 Minami-Alps?

Minami-Alps has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.7 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Minami-Alps?

The job market in Minami-Alps is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 31 business establishments in the area, including 8 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Minami-Alps?

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

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