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Minato, Japan
Shizuoka · Japan
Minato is a small city in Shizuoka, Japan with a population of 7,877. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Minato
Minato is a special ward of Tokyo, Japan. It is also called Minato City in English.
People
Economy
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A+Climate
| Population | 7,877 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.6377°, 138.8916° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Shizuoka |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.7 inches (1,974 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,100 |
| Median Age | 49.0 years |
About Minato
Minato is a small city in Japan (Shizuoka) with a population of 7,877. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Minato vs Japan Average
Income: Minato vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,100 |
| 56% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 252 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $84,000 |
| 70% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $420 |
| 64% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 3,151 |
Property Tax
Climate in Minato
Minato 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 1875 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.3°F |
| 14% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 195 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 429.1 sq mi (1,111.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.6377°N, 138.8916°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 115 km |
| 1923 | SAGAMI BAY | Earthquake | 13.0 m | 105,385 | 76 km |
| 1703 | OFF SW BOSO PENINSULA | Earthquake | 11.7 m | 5,233 | 83 km |
| 1707 | ENSHUNADA | Earthquake | 11.0 m | 2,000 | 117 km |
| 1498 | ENSHUNADA SEA | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 5,000 | 102 km |
| 1096 | ENSHUNADA | Earthquake | 7.0 m | — | 146 km |
| 1495 | KAMAKURA, SAGAMI BAY, TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 200 | 76 km |
| 1855 | ENSHUNADA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 119 km |
| 1433 | OFF IZU-OSHIMA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 63 km |
| 2009 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 1 | 59 km |
| 1980 | HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 33 km |
| 1978 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 25 | 39 km |
| 1923 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 123 km |
| 1974 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 30 | 18 km |
| 1982 | S. OF HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 103 km |
| 1990 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 34 km |
| 2000 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 93 km |
| 2000 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 49 km |
| 2000 | KOZU-SHIMA ISLAND, HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 1 | 51 km |
| 1857 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 57 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
13 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Izu-Tobu (35 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Izu-Tobu | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,406 m (4,613 ft) | 1989 | 35 km |
| Toshima | Stratovolcano | 508 m (1,667 ft) | -4550 | 38 km |
| Niijima | Lava dome(s) | 432 m (1,417 ft) | 886 | 44 km |
| Izu-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 758 m (2,487 ft) | 1990 | 47 km |
| Kozushima | Lava dome(s) | 572 m (1,877 ft) | 838 | 52 km |
| Hakoneyama | Complex | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | 2015 | 67 km |
| Fujisan | Stratovolcano | 3,776 m (12,388 ft) | 1708 | 82 km |
| Miyakejima | Stratovolcano | 775 m (2,543 ft) | 2010 | 84 km |
| Mikurajima | Stratovolcano | 851 m (2,792 ft) | -4100 | 107 km |
| Yokodake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,480 m (8,136 ft) | 1200 | 169 km |
| Hachijojima | Stratovolcano(es) | 854 m (2,802 ft) | 1606 | 185 km |
| Ontakesan | Complex | 3,067 m (10,062 ft) | 2014 | 190 km |
| Asamayama | Complex | 2,568 m (8,425 ft) | 2019 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 6.9 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 7.4 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 10.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 8.0 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 9.0 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 7.3 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 4.9 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
Minato has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 46°F in February to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 77.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.4") and December the driest (2.8").
Schools in Minato
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nanjyo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Minami-Izu Town Minami-Naka Elementary school | — | — | — | — |
| Minami-Izu Junior high school | — | — | — | — |
| Minamizaki Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Shimoda-Minami High School Minami Izu branch school | — | — | — | — |
| Minami Izu Higashi Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Minami Izu Higashi Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Minato
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Minato
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese Ceramic and Glass Museum Yanmo no Ki | ||||
| Chorakuji Temple Museum | ||||
| Dolls Museum "Soleil" | ||||
| Former Residence Of Ita | ||||
| Gyokusenji Temple Harris Memorial Museum | ||||
| Izu Antique Jewelry Museum | ||||
| Izu Music Box Museum | ||||
| Izu Teddy Bear Museum | ||||
| Izu-no-Chouhachi Museum | ||||
| Joukan-ji Chouhachi Memorial Hall | ||||
| Jyogasaki Cultural Museum (Omoshirio Museum) | ||||
| Kogane-zaki Crystal Park | ||||
| MoBS Museum of Black Ship | ||||
| Nikuzuki Art Museum | ||||
| Renjyo Photo Memorial Museum | ||||
| Shimoda History Museum | ||||
| Tojin Okichi Memorial Museum | ||||
| Uehara Museum Of Buddhism Art | ||||
| Uehara Museum Of Modern Art | ||||
| Yuzo Kayama Museum |
Libraries in Minato
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Higashi Izu Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kawazu Town Culture House | 0.0 | |||||
| Matsuzaki Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Minami Izu Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shimoda City Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Minato
12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Minato
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Minato
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Minato
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Minato
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Minato
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Minato
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Minato
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Fuji Shizuoka Airport | FSZ | Large Airport |
| JASDF Shizuhama Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Miyakejima Airport | MYE | Medium Airport |
| Oshima Airport | OIM | Medium Airport |
| Fujikawa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Izu Flying Club Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kannami Glider Park | — | Small Airport |
| Kannami Hang Glider Landing Field | — | Small Airport |
| Kozushima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Miho Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Niijima Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Minato
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chikuma Post Office | |
| Mera Simplified Post Office | |
| Nanjyo Post Office | |
| Shimogamo Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Minato
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hase Temple | |
| Hotokuin Temple | |
| Irou Shrine | |
| Kaizoji Temple | |
| Kumano Shrine | |
| Ryugu Shrine | |
| Shiratori Shrine | |
| Shufukuji Temple | |
| Toji Hachiman Shrine | |
| 八幡神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Minato
What is the population of Minato?
Minato has a population of 7,877 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 429.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Minato expensive to live in?
The median household income is $33,100, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $84,000 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $420 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Minato?
Minato enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 195 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.7 inches.
How is the job market in Minato?
The job market in Minato is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 252 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Minato?
The median home value in Minato is $84,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $420.