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Misawa, Japan
Aomori · Japan
Misawa is a mid-size city in Aomori, Japan with a population of 42,805. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 42,805 |
| Population Density | 925 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.6868°, 141.3897° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Aomori |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.1 inches (1,121 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.7 inches (27 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $25,400 |
| Median Age | 51.4 years |
About Misawa
Misawa is a mid-size city in Japan (Aomori) with a population of 42,805. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Misawa vs Japan Average
Income: Misawa vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $25,400 |
| 66% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,370 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $62,000 |
| 78% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $310 |
| 73% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 17,122 |
Property Tax
Climate in Misawa
Misawa 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 985 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 46.3 sq mi (119.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 925/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6868°N, 141.3897°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
18 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1763 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | - | 53 km |
| 1793 | W. OFF AOMORI | Earthquake | 1.8 m | 12 | 123 km |
| 1989 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.9 m | - | 150 km |
| 2025 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.7 m | - | 75 km |
| 1901 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 96 km |
| 1968 | OFF COAST OF HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 142 km |
| 1912 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 56 km |
| 1945 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 2 | 64 km |
| 1931 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.4 m | - | 109 km |
| 1960 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 103 km |
| 1901 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 18 | 77 km |
| 2025 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 117 km |
| 1901 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.0 m | - | 96 km |
| 1766 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | - | 1,700 | 63 km |
| 1763 | SANRIKU, HACHIONHE | Earthquake | - | - | 52 km |
| 1763 | N. SANRIKU | Earthquake | - | - | 100 km |
| 1088 | MIYAKO, IWATE PREFECTURE | Earthquake | - | - | 138 km |
| 1088 | MIYAKO, IWATE PREFECTURE | Earthquake | - | - | 126 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
13 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hakkodasan (43 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Hakkodasan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,585 m (5,200 ft) | 1550 | 43 km |
| Towada | Caldera | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | 915 | 47 km |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 70 km |
| Iwakisan | Stratovolcano | 1,625 m (5,331 ft) | 1863 | 92 km |
| Hachimantai | Stratovolcano | 1,613 m (5,292 ft) | -5350 | 93 km |
| Akita-Yakeyama | Stratovolcano | 1,366 m (4,482 ft) | 1997 | 97 km |
| Iwatesan | Complex | 2,038 m (6,686 ft) | 1919 | 98 km |
| Akita-Komagatake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,637 m (5,371 ft) | 1971 | 115 km |
| Esan | Lava dome(s) | 618 m (2,028 ft) | 1874 | 126 km |
| Megata | Maar(s) | 291 m (955 ft) | -2050 | 163 km |
| Hokkaido-Komagatake | Stratovolcano | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) | 2000 | 164 km |
| Oshima-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 732 m (2,402 ft) | 1790 | 193 km |
| Kurikomayama | Stratovolcano | 1,627 m (5,338 ft) | 1950 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 2.8 in |
Misawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 30°F in February to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.3") and February the driest (2.5").
Schools in Misawa
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 三沢綜合チャームスクール | - | - | - | - |
| Misawa Okamisawa Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| 三沢市立おおぞら小学校・第三中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 三沢市立第五中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 三沢市立堀口中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 三沢市立三沢小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 三沢市立第二中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 三沢市立上久保小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 青森県立三沢高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 三沢市立第一中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 三沢市立木崎野小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| おいらせ町立木ノ下中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| おいらせ町立木ノ下小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 青森県立三沢商業高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 三沢市立古間木小学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Misawa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Misawa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hachinohe Children's Sciense Museum | ||||
| Hachinohe City Museum | ||||
| Hachinohe Portal Museum "Hacchi" | ||||
| Korekawa Archaeological Institution | ||||
| Misawa Aviation & Science Museum, Aomori | ||||
| Nitobe Memorial Museum | ||||
| Towada Art Center | ||||
| Vanfu Museum of Art | ||||
| おいらせ阿光坊古墳館 | ||||
| キリストの里伝承館 | ||||
| ごのへ郷土館 | ||||
| ツカハラミュージアム | ||||
| 先人記念館 | ||||
| 八戸クリニック 街かどミュージアム | ||||
| 八戸市みなと体験学習館「みなっ知」 | ||||
| 八戸市水産科学館マリエント | ||||
| 八戸市立民俗資料収蔵庫 浜小屋 | ||||
| 八戸市美術館 | ||||
| 六戸町郷土資料館 | ||||
| 大山将棋記念館 | ||||
| 寺山修司記念館 | ||||
| 新渡戸記念館 | ||||
| 是川縄文館分館 | ||||
| 東北町 歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 櫛引八幡宮 国宝館 | ||||
| 洗心美術館 | ||||
| 羽仁もと子記念館 八戸友の家 | ||||
| 階上町 民俗資料収集館 | ||||
| 鷹山宇一記念美術館 |
Libraries in Misawa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Misawa Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Overstreet Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| おいらせ町町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 五戸町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 八戸工業高等専門学校図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 八戸市図書情報センター | 0.0 | |||||
| 八戸市図書情報センター | 0.0 | |||||
| 八戸市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北里大学 獣医学部 図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 十和田市民図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Misawa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 三沢市青果市場 | |||||
| 八戸市営魚菜小売市場 | |||||
| 八戸市営魚菜小売市場 |
Hotels in Misawa
16 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Misawa
120 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Misawa
15 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Misawa
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Misawa
4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Misawa
10 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Misawa
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Misawa
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Misawa
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Misawa
13 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Misawa
9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Misawa
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Misawa
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Misawa
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Misawa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Misawa
9 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appi Kogen Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Okunakayamakogen Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tayama Ski Area (Hachimantai City) | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hanawa Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Soyumura 229 Ski Land | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hakkoda Kokusai Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Moya Hills | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Makado Onsen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| 夜越山スキー場 | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Misawa
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aomori Airport | AOJ | Large Airport |
| JMSDF Hachinohe Air Base / Hachinohe Airport | HHE | Medium Airport |
| Misawa Airport / Misawa Air Base | MSJ | Medium Airport |
| Arakawa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| JMSDF Ōminato Base | - | Small Airport |
| Kawayo Green Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Misawa
8 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Misawa Base Post Office | |
| Misawa Ekimae Post Office | |
| Misawa Hirahata Post Office | |
| Misawa Otsu Post Office | |
| Misawa Post Office | |
| Mosawa Omachi Post Office | |
| Oirase Aoba Post Office | |
| Sabishiro Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Misawa
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Misawa Chapel | |
| Misawa Grace Church | |
| カトリック三沢教会 | |
| グレイター ラブ ミッショナリー バプテスト教会 | |
| フェイスバプテスト教会 | |
| 中央院 | |
| 創価学会 三沢会館 | |
| 大三沢教会 | |
| 大雄山 瑞泉寺 | |
| 気比神社 | |
| 稲荷大明神 | |
| 速成寺 | |
| 金刀比羅神社 | |
| 雲龍大権現 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Misawa
What is the population of Misawa?
Misawa has a population of 42,805 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 925 people per square mile, spread across 46.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Misawa expensive to live in?
The median household income is $25,400, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $62,000 (78% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $310 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 Misawa?
Misawa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.1 inches, with 10.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Misawa?
Misawa has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 1,370 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Misawa?
The median home value in Misawa is $62,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $310.