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Minamichita, Japan

Aichi · Japan

Minamichita is a small city in Aichi, Japan with a population of 16,617. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
16,617 Population 129/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
72.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$37,400 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$37,400 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,000 home value, $510/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population16,617
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density129/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$37,400
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,000
Rent$510
Housing Units6,647

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain72.3 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Population16,617
Population Density129 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates34.6764°, 137.0052°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceAichi
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation72.3 inches (1,837 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$37,400
Median Age45.8 years

About Minamichita

Minamichita is a small city in Japan (Aichi) with a population of 16,617. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Minamichita has a population of 16,617 with a density of 129 people per square mile, spread across 129.1 square miles. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,617
Total Population
129
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above Japan avg
129.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Minamichita vs Japan Average

The median household income in Minamichita is $37,400, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 532 business establishments.

Income: Minamichita vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,400
50% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)532

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Minamichita is $102,000, 64% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $510 (56% below the national average of $1,163). There are 6,647 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,000
64% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$510
56% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units6,647

Property Tax

Climate in Minamichita

Minamichita 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 1573 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / 8.9° 51.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / 9.1° 62.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / 12.5° 133.6
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / 18.3° 145.6
May 0°C / 32°F - / 22.2° 162.1
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / 25.2° 216.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / 28.7° 134.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / 30.7° 223.1
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / 27.2° 205.4
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / 21.8° 108.9
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / 16.3° 97.7
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / 11.4° 32.5
Minamichita enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above Japan avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area129.1 sq mi (334.3 km²)
Population Density129/sq mi
Coordinates34.6764°N, 137.0052°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.3"
90% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.69"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

563 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 24, 2025.

Aug 10, 2009 8 km NE of Sagara, Japan M6.2 115 km
Jul 7, 1995 62 km SSE of Toba, Japan M6.0 79 km
Aug 1, 2011 20 km E of ?yama, Japan M5.9 131 km
May 23, 1997 38 km SSE of Tahara, Japan M5.8 56 km
Feb 26, 2025 38 km ESE of Shingū, Japan M5.8 133 km
Jun 1, 1998 17 km SW of Owase, Japan M5.8 117 km
Mar 16, 1997 5 km NE of Toyokawa, Japan M5.6 45 km
Nov 18, 2013 25 km SE of Toba, Japan M5.6 38 km
Oct 18, 1996 102 km SSE of Toba, Japan M5.6 116 km
Oct 30, 2000 western Honshu, Japan M5.5 84 km
Jan 18, 2003 67 km SSE of Toba, Japan M5.5 83 km
Jun 17, 2018 near the south coast of western Honshu, Japan M5.5 126 km
Aug 1, 2007 42 km ESE of Owase, Japan M5.5 93 km
Apr 3, 2001 10 km NE of Mori, Japan M5.4 96 km
May 9, 2022 7 km NE of Toba, Japan M5.3 19 km
Jan 6, 2004 36 km S of Ise, Japan M5.3 66 km
May 28, 2005 37 km SSW of Hamamatsu, Japan M5.2 59 km
Oct 5, 1996 12 km NW of Kanaya, Japan M5.2 98 km
Jun 24, 2017 31 km ENE of Gero, Japan M5.2 142 km
Jan 15, 2021 76 km SSE of Toba, Japan M5.2 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 2 162 km
2019 Faxai Category 4 194 km
2019 Hagibis Category 2 155 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 157 km
2018 Trami Category 1 169 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 211 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 22 km
2017 Lan Category 2 143 km
2017 Noru Category 1 190 km
2016 Mindulle Category 1 232 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 64 km
2013 Wipha Category 1 267 km
2011 Roke Category 3 49 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 252 km
2010 Chaba Category 1 246 km
2009 Melor Category 1 84 km
2009 Krovanh Category 1 297 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 131 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 166 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 133 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 21.0 m (69 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1854 ENSHUNADA SEA Earthquake 21.0 m 1,000 111 km
1707 ENSHUNADA Earthquake 11.0 m 2,000 97 km
1944 OFF SOUTHEAST COAST KII PENINSULA Earthquake 10.0 m 1,223 76 km
1498 ENSHUNADA SEA Earthquake 10.0 m 5,000 126 km
1096 ENSHUNADA Earthquake 7.0 m - 88 km
1855 ENSHUNADA Earthquake 3.0 m - 58 km
1520 KII, KUMANANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 136 km
1510 OSAKA BAY Earthquake 2.0 m - 147 km
1408 KUMANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 98 km
1403 KUMANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 118 km
922 KUMANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 101 km
1909 ANEGAWA, JAPAN Earthquake 1.8 m 41 103 km
1945 TOKAIDO Earthquake 1.0 m 2,306 18 km
2009 HONSHU: S COAST Earthquake 0.6 m 1 115 km
1857 TOKAIDO Earthquake - - 119 km
1791 OASAKA BAY Earthquake - - 148 km
1708 TOKAIDO Earthquake - - 75 km
1666 AICHI PREFECTURE Earthquake - - 41 km
1589 SURUGA, JAPAN Earthquake - - 110 km
1586 ISE BAY Earthquake - 8,000 41 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ontakesan (142 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ontakesan Complex 3,067 m (10,062 ft) 2014 142 km
Hakusan Stratovolcano 2,702 m (8,865 ft) 1659 166 km
Norikuradake Stratovolcano(es) 3,026 m (9,928 ft) -50 167 km
Fujisan Stratovolcano 3,776 m (12,388 ft) 1708 174 km
Yakedake Stratovolcano(es) 2,455 m (8,054 ft) 1995 180 km
Izu-Tobu Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,406 m (4,613 ft) 1989 193 km
Hakoneyama Complex 1,438 m (4,718 ft) 2015 194 km
Yokodake Stratovolcano(es) 2,480 m (8,136 ft) 1200 197 km
Washiba-Kumonotaira Shield(s) 2,924 m (9,593 ft) Unknown 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.0 in
March 46°F (8°C) 5.0 in
April 56°F (13°C) 6.9 in
May 63°F (17°C) 7.3 in
June 70°F (21°C) 9.7 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 8.6 in
August 79°F (26°C) 7.8 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 9.3 in
October 63°F (17°C) 6.6 in
November 54°F (12°C) 4.0 in
December 45°F (7°C) 2.1 in Driest

Minamichita has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 40°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 72.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.7") and December the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Minamichita

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
町立篠島中学校 - - - -
町立篠島小学校 - - - -
町立日間賀小学校 - - - -
西尾市立佐久島しおさい学校 - - - -
田原市立福江中学校 - - - -
田原市立亀山小学校 - - - -
田原市立伊良湖小学校 - - - -
市立中山小学校 - - - -
市立堀切小学校 - - - -
田原市立清田小学校 - - - -
愛知県立福江高等学校 - - - -
市立福江小学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Minamichita

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Minamichita

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Flight Of Dreams
Hinjitsukan
INAX Museums
INAX Museums
Kiln Plaza Ticket and Information
Kiln Plaza Ticket and Information
Kokichi Mikimoto Memorial Hall
LIXIL Architectural Teracotta Museum
LIXIL Ceramic Lab
LIXIL Cray Works
LIXIL Museum Shop
LIXIL Tile Museum
LIXIL Tile Museum
LIXIL Tiling Workshop
Mizkanミュージアム
Musiam Fujikawa inn
Musiam Fujikawa inn
Pearl Museum
Sugimoto Art Museum
マコンデ美術館
やしの実博物館(伊良湖自然科学博物館)
一色学びの館
丈山苑
伊良子清白の家
六ツ美 民俗資料館
六ツ美 民俗資料館
半田市立博物館
半田空の科学館
半田鉄道資料館
吉良町歴史民俗資料館
尾崎士郎記念館
展示工房館
常滑市民俗資料館
常滑市立陶芸研究所
幸田町郷土資料館
廻船問屋瀧田家
新美南吉記念館
日間賀島資料館
旧糟谷縫右衛門邸
武豊町歴史民俗資料館
水野屋敷記念館
海の博物館
海辺の文学記念館
生命の海科学館
田原市渥美郷土資料館
碧南市青少年海の科学館
蒲郡ファンタジー館
蒲郡市博物館
西尾市岩瀬文庫
西尾市資料館
酒の文化館
金剛證寺宝物館
門野幾之進記念館
高浜市やきものの里かわら美術館
鳥羽みなとまち文学館

Libraries in Minamichita

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
一色地域文化広場学びの館0.0
亀崎図書館0.0
半田市立図書館0.0
南知多町町民会館図書室0.0
幡豆町立図書館0.0
幸田町立図書館0.0
幸田町立図書館0.0
武豊町立図書館0.0
武豊町立図書館0.0
田原市立渥美図書館0.0
田原市赤羽根図書館0.0
碧南市民図書館0.0
碧南市民図書館中部分館0.0
碧南市民図書館南部分館0.0
美浜町図書館0.0
蒲郡市立図書館0.0
西尾市立吉良図書館0.0
西尾市立図書館0.0
高浜市立図書館0.0
鳥羽市立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Minamichita

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
JAあいち中央 産直センター 安城
やさい村
三河生花 協同組合 地方卸売市場
三河生花 協同組合 地方卸売市場
岡崎地方卸売市場
岡崎地方卸売市場
道の駅 にしお岡ノ山

Hotels in Minamichita

27 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

あきら
ちりめん亭 あつ美や マリンパークホテル
ホテル美はま
やまと
ゆきや
丸八
佐久島館
千鳥
南風
和味の宿 角上楼
夢紡ぎの宿 月の渚
大舟
大角
富士
山海荘
市兵衛
旅館さざなみ
民宿なぎさ
浪漫の宿 井筒楼
海原
潮幸
鈴木屋
高峰荘
魚増
黒潮
龍宮之宿

Restaurants in Minamichita

16 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

あんず
ごはん屋 海
すゞ屋
なぎさ
みぎわ
ゆきや
ゆきや
丸万
呑み食い処 おくらば
島の駅さくしま
望秀園
真砂
萬蔵
魚菜食堂
魚菜食堂

Cafes in Minamichita

9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe & Bar じょえる
Cafe OLEGALE
Ocean kitchenにぃやん
Oyaoyacafe もんぺまるけ
カフェ 百一
カフェうる
サクカフェ aohara
古民家カフェ 蔵ssic
喫茶べんてん

Gas Stations in Minamichita

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cosmo
ENEOS
ENEOS
JP #3266399764
JP #3266416961
Shell

Shopping Malls in Minamichita

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ショッピングセンター レイ

Stadiums & Teams in Minamichita

TeamLeagueDivision
岡崎市東部運動場

Ski Resorts Near Minamichita

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Gozaisho Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chausuyama Kogen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hiraya Kogen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Jibusaka Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Minamichita

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chubu Centrair International AirportNGOLarge Airport
Gifu AirportQGUMedium Airport
JASDF Hamamatsu Air Base-Medium Airport
Nagoya Airport / JASDF Komaki Air BaseNKMMedium Airport
Ichishicho Gliderport-Small Airport
JGSDF Akeno Airfield-Small Airport
Kisogawa Gliderport-Small Airport
Kushidagawa Gliderport-Small Airport
Nukata Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport
Okazaki Gliderport-Small Airport
Ryu's Skypark-Small Airport
Soratomo Wind Park Gliderport-Small Airport
Tatsuda Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport
Tokai Paraplane Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Minamichita

9 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Atsumi Nakayama Post Office
Atsumi Post Office
Himaka Post Office
Irakozaki Post Office
Minamichita Shinojima Post Office
Sakushima Post Office
Toba Kamishima Post Office
Waji Post Office
東日間賀簡易郵便局

Treatment Centers in Minamichita

20 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
あけぼのクリニック
おおくぼ整形外科
さいとうクリニック
しきファミリークリニック
じんぐうクリニック
フェアリーベルクリニック
みなとクリニック
上地整形外科クリニック
中野医院
司歯科医院
吉村医院
岡田胃腸科クリニック
岩瀬医院
志賀医院
恒川内科クリニック
村山医院
松下クリニック
細井医院
西澤整形外科クリニック
鍋田眼科医院

Churches & Religious Organizations in Minamichita

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
えびす社
八剣神社
八幡神社
呑海院
崇運寺
弁財天
恵比寿社
日間賀神社
正念寺
正法寺
浅間神社
浅間神社
白山社
県社
神明神社
秋葉神社
西湖院
長心寺
阿弥陀寺

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 Minamichita

What is the population of Minamichita?

Minamichita has a population of 16,617 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 129 people per square mile, spread across 129.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Minamichita expensive to live in?

The median household income is $37,400, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $102,000 (64% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $510 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Minamichita?

Minamichita enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.3 inches.

How is the job market in Minamichita?

The job market in Minamichita is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 532 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Minamichita?

The median home value in Minamichita is $102,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $510.

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