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Minari, Japan
Shimane · Japan
Minari is a small city in Shimane, Japan with a population of 11,849. Elevation: 758 ft (231 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Minari
Minari Dam is an arch dam located in Shimane Prefecture in Japan. The dam is used for power production. The catchment area of the dam is 117.5 km2. The dam impounds about 32 ha of land when full and can store 3438 thousand cubic meters of water. The construction of the dam was started on 1950 and completed in 1953.
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| Population | 11,849 |
| Population Density | 84 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 758 ft (231 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.2000°, 133.0000° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Shimane |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.8 inches (1,671 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.0 inches (20 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,200 |
| Median Age | 51.4 years |
About Minari
Minari is a small city in Japan (Shimane) with a population of 11,849. The city sits at an elevation of 758 feet (231 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Minari vs Japan Average
Income: Minari vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,200 |
| 64% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 379 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $66,000 |
| 77% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $330 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 4,740 |
Property Tax
Climate in Minari
Minari has an average annual temperature of 15.5°C (60°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.7°C), the coldest is Jan (4.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1795 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.1°F |
| 2% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 217 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 758 ft (231 m) |
| Area | 140.8 sq mi (364.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 84/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2000°N, 133.0000°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1026 | OFF MASUDA, SHIMANE PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 1,001 | 118 km |
| 1872 | SW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 804 | 97 km |
| 1711 | SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 1,000 | 136 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sanbesan (35 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sanbesan | Stratovolcano | 1,126 m (3,694 ft) | 650 | 35 km |
| Oki-Dogo | Shield | 151 m (495 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
| Abu | Shield(s) | 641 m (2,103 ft) | -6850 | 150 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 4.9 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 8.5 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 8.2 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
Minari has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 35°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 65.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.3") and December the driest (3.5").
Schools in Minari
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立三成小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立仁多中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立横田中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立横田小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立高尾小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 県立横田高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
| ホッケー場 | - | - | - | - |
| 校庭 | - | - | - | - |
| 県立横田高校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Minari
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Minari
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adachi Museum of Art | ||||
| Archaeological Museum of Kōjindani | ||||
| Izumo Science Center | ||||
| たたら角炉伝承館 | ||||
| ペンギンミュージアム | ||||
| 佐藤忠次郎記念館 | ||||
| 八重垣神社 収蔵庫 | ||||
| 八重垣神社 収蔵庫 | ||||
| 八雲立つ風土記の丘 | ||||
| 八雲立つ風土記の丘 | ||||
| 八雲立つ風土記の丘 | ||||
| 八雲立つ風土記の丘 | ||||
| 出雲かんべの里 | ||||
| 出雲かんべの里 | ||||
| 出雲市立平田本陣記念館 | ||||
| 出雲文化会館 | ||||
| 加茂岩倉遺跡ガイダンス | ||||
| 古代鉄歌謡館 | ||||
| 可部屋集成館 | ||||
| 大寺薬師収蔵庫 | ||||
| 奥出雲たたらと刀剣館 | ||||
| 奥出雲多根自然博物館 | ||||
| 奥出雲鉄の彫刻美術館 | ||||
| 安来市立加納美術館 | ||||
| 安来市立歴史資料館 | ||||
| 安部榮四郎記念館 | ||||
| 山代二子塚古墳・土層見学施設 | ||||
| 山代二子塚古墳・土層見学施設 | ||||
| 庄原市立比和町自然科学博物館 | ||||
| 来待ストーン | ||||
| 松江市宍道蒐古館 | ||||
| 松江市立出雲玉作資料館 | ||||
| 松江市立出雲玉作資料館 | ||||
| 横田郷土資料館 | ||||
| 永井隆記念館 | ||||
| 田和山館 | ||||
| 田和山館 | ||||
| 絲原記念館 | ||||
| 金屋子神話民俗館 | ||||
| 鉄の歴史博物館 |
Libraries in Minari
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matsue City Higashi Izumo Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| おはなしレストラン | 0.0 | |||||
| おはなしレストラン | 0.0 | |||||
| 出雲市立図書情報センター | 0.0 | |||||
| 出雲市立平田図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 出雲市立斐川図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 加茂図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 安来JC児童図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 島根県立大学松江キャンパス図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 庄原市立図書館比和分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 庄原市立図書館比和分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 松江市立病院図書室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 松江市立病院図書室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 雲南市立木次図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 飯南町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Minari
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 比田いきいき交流館 | |||||
| 玉造温泉朝市 |
Hotels in Minari
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Minari
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Minari
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Minari
8 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Minari
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Minari
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Minari
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Minari
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| 松江市営庭球場 | ||
| 松江市営庭球場 | ||
| 松江市営補助競技場 |
Ski Resorts Near Minari
14 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utopia Saioto | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ski Park Kanbiki | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mizuho Highland | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Asahi Tengston Snow Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Snow Resort Nekoyama | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kotobiki Forest Park Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Dogoyama-Kougen Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kenmin no Mori Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ibukinosato Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hiruzen Bear Valley Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| OkuDaisen Ski resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kagamiganaru Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Daisen Masumizu Kogen Snow Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Daisen White Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Minari
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Izumo Enmusubi Airport | IZO | Medium Airport |
| Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base | YGJ | Medium Airport |
| Hoei Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kasaoka Air Station | - | Small Airport |
| Suginohaku Hobby Field Ultralightport | - | Small Airport |
| Suika Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Minari
11 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ai Post Office | |
| Daito Kuno Post Office | |
| Kamedake Post Office | |
| Maki Post Office | |
| Mizawa Post Office | |
| Nita Minari Summary Post Office | |
| Nita Post Office | |
| Torikami Post Office | |
| Yakawa Post Office | |
| Yashiro Post Office | |
| Yokota Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Minari
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| きたえる～む | ||
| ココ・リハ |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Minari
24 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| よこた典礼ホール | |
| 一畑薬師堂 | |
| 三笠公園 稲荷神社 | |
| 下久野八幡宮 | |
| 仁王門 | |
| 伊賀多気神社 | |
| 伊賀武神社・八重垣神社 | |
| 八川八幡宮 | |
| 善徳寺 | |
| 大山神社 | |
| 天満宮 | |
| 天理教 | |
| 専福寺 | |
| 志学荒神社 | |
| 新宮神社 | |
| 本山神社 | |
| 永祥寺 | |
| 石壺神社 | |
| 秋葉権現 | |
| 稲田姫の産湯の池 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Minari
What is the population of Minari?
Minari has a population of 11,849 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 84 people per square mile, spread across 140.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Minari expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,200, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $66,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $330 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 Minari?
Minari has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.8 inches, with 8.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Minari?
The job market in Minari is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 379 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Minari?
The median home value in Minari is $66,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $330.