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Mizunashi, Japan

Fukushima · Japan

Mizunashi is a small city in Fukushima, Japan with a population of 14,451. Elevation: 1,988 ft (606 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

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A Great
14,451 Population 34/sq mi density
1,988 ft Elevation 606 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
63.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,300 Median Income
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Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$28,300 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population14,451
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density34/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,300
Unemployment2.7%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units5,780

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain63.5 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation1,988 ft (606 m)
Population14,451
Population Density34 / sq mi
Elevation1,988 ft (606 m)
Coordinates37.1824°, 139.8006°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceFukushima
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation63.5 inches (1,612 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.0 inches (33 cm)
Median Household Income$28,300
Median Age50.2 years

About Mizunashi

Mizunashi is a small city in Japan (Fukushima) with a population of 14,451. The city sits at an elevation of 1,988 feet (606 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Mizunashi has a population of 14,451 with a density of 34 people per square mile, spread across 419.6 square miles. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

14,451
Total Population
34
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
419.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mizunashi vs Japan Average

The median household income in Mizunashi is $28,300, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 462 business establishments.

Income: Mizunashi vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,300
62% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)462

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mizunashi is $68,000, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $340 (71% below the national average of $1,163). There are 5,780 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$68,000
76% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$340
71% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units5,780

Property Tax

Climate in Mizunashi

Mizunashi has an average annual temperature of 12.3°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1268 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -0.2°C / 32°F -3.4° / 2.9° 103.9
Feb 0.2°C / 32°F -3.5° / 3.9° 70.8
Mar 4°C / 39°F -0.8° / 8.7° 79.7
Apr 10.4°C / 51°F 4.2° / 16.5° 64.2
May 16.4°C / 62°F 10.2° / 22.7° 74.8
Jun 20.9°C / 70°F 15.9° / 25.9° 111.2
Jul 24.5°C / 76°F 19.9° / 29.1° 197.2
Aug 25.8°C / 78°F 20.8° / 30.8° 140.4
Sep 21.4°C / 71°F 16.6° / 26.2° 124.4
Oct 14.6°C / 58°F 9.7° / 19.5° 114.8
Nov 7.8°C / 46°F 3.3° / 12.2° 76.8
Dec 2.3°C / 36°F -0.9° / 5.6° 109.6
Mizunashi experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,988 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below Japan avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,988 ft (606 m)
Area419.6 sq mi (1,086.8 km²)
Population Density34/sq mi
Coordinates37.1824°N, 139.8006°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.5"
67% above Japan avg
Snowfall 13.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.06"
Driest Month (Dec) 3.07"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,975 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 29, 2025.

Jul 16, 2007 20 km NNW of Kashiwazaki, Japan M6.6 126 km
Apr 11, 2011 17 km SSW of Ishikawa, Japan M6.6 57 km
Jul 30, 2011 13 km SSE of Iwaki, Japan M6.3 106 km
Mar 11, 2011 30 km NNE of Namie, Japan M6.3 136 km
Mar 11, 2011 13 km E of Arai, Japan M6.2 128 km
May 13, 2011 31 km ESE of Namie, Japan M6.1 138 km
Aug 5, 1990 43 km E of ?arai, Japan M6.1 149 km
Mar 12, 2011 29 km SSE of Namie, Japan M6.1 121 km
Mar 11, 2011 17 km ESE of Namie, Japan M6.0 127 km
Apr 3, 2004 37 km ESE of Hitachi, Japan M6.0 136 km
Mar 11, 2011 15 km E of Namie, Japan M6.0 126 km
Jul 20, 2000 31 km ESE of Hitachi, Japan M6.0 129 km
Mar 11, 2011 4 km SSW of Namie, Japan M5.9 109 km
May 11, 1997 5 km NNE of Iwaki, Japan M5.9 99 km
Apr 12, 2011 8 km WSW of Ishikawa, Japan M5.9 51 km
Feb 25, 2013 29 km NE of Numata, Japan M5.8 62 km
Apr 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Tanuma, Japan M5.8 90 km
Mar 17, 2011 40 km E of Kitaibaraki, Japan M5.8 133 km
Apr 11, 2011 14 km SSE of Marumori, Japan M5.8 112 km
May 10, 2020 49 km E of ?arai, Japan M5.8 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

25 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Jebi (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Jebi Category 1 288 km
2019 Faxai Category 2 145 km
2019 Hagibis Category 1 70 km
2018 Jebi Category 1 284 km
2018 Shanshan Category 1 290 km
2016 Lionrock Category 1 288 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 283 km
2011 Roke Category 1 152 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 184 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 170 km
2004 Ma-on Category 3 157 km
2002 Higos Category 1 143 km
2001 Danas Category 1 102 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 154 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 151 km
1998 Stella Category 1 110 km
1996 Violet Category 1 219 km
1995 Oscar Category 4 276 km
1994 Orchid Category 1 270 km
1993 Vernon Category 1 145 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.8 m (19 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1964 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 5.8 m 36 143 km
2016 E. COAST HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1.4 m 142 km
1896 KASHIMA, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 131 km
2007 HONSHU: W COAST Earthquake 15 125 km
1802 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 19 144 km
1762 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 141 km
1448 SADO, JAPAN Earthquake 146 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nasudake (16 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nasudake Stratovolcano(es) 1,915 m (6,283 ft) 1963 16 km
Takaharayama Stratovolcano 1,795 m (5,889 ft) -4570 32 km
Numazawa Shield 835 m (2,740 ft) -3400 36 km
Omanago Group Lava dome(s) 2,341 m (7,680 ft) -3050 50 km
Hiuchigatake Stratovolcano 2,356 m (7,730 ft) 1544 52 km
Bandaisan Stratovolcano 1,816 m (5,958 ft) 1888 52 km
Nantaisan Stratovolcano 2,486 m (8,156 ft) -9540 54 km
Nikko-Shiranesan Shield 2,578 m (8,458 ft) 1952 57 km
Adatarayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,728 m (5,669 ft) 1996 67 km
Azumayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,949 m (6,394 ft) 1977 73 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 88 km
Harunasan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) 550 115 km
Zaozan [Zaosan] Complex 1,841 m (6,040 ft) 1940 121 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 127 km
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 129 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-4°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 26°F (-4°C) 3.2 in
March 31°F (-1°C) 3.5 in
April 44°F (6°C) 4.4 in
May 53°F (12°C) 4.7 in
June 61°F (16°C) 6.8 in
July 68°F (20°C) 7.8 in
August 71°F (21°C) 9.1 in Warmest, Wettest
September 63°F (17°C) 8.5 in
October 51°F (11°C) 5.4 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.8 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 3.1 in Driest

Mizunashi has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 26°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 63.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.1") and December the driest (3.1").

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Schools in Mizunashi

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
南会津町立桧沢小学校
南会津町立田島中学校
南会津町立田島小学校
南会津町立田島第二小学校
南会津町立 荒海中学校
南会津町立 荒海小学校
福島県立田島高等学校
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Radio Stations near Mizunashi

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Mizunashi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
3Dメルヘン水族館
エミール ガレ美術館
からむし織の里
サンバレー美術館
ダイアナガーデンエンジェル美術館
トリックアート 迷宮?館
トリックアートの館
みちのく諸国郷土民芸館
人力車&昭和レトロ館
会津田島祇園会館
大内宿町並み展示館
大川ダム資料館
大麻博物館
奥会津博物館
戦争博物館
木の美術館
相田みつを那須ギャラリー
私の美術館
藤城清治美術館
那須おもちゃ博物館
那須オルゴール美術館
那須クラシックカー博物館
那須ステンドグラス美術館
那須テディベアミュージアム
那須とりっくあーとぴあ
那須昆虫ワールド

Libraries in Mizunashi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
田沼文藏記念館0.0
那須塩原市塩原図書館0.0
黒磯図書館0.0

Hotels in Mizunashi

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

だいちゃんロッジ
リゾートイン台鞍
会津アストリアホテル
大黒屋
煙草屋旅館
第1ロッジ
第2ロッジ

Dentists in Mizunashi

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

稲富歯科医院

Train Stations in Mizunashi

10 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aizu-Arakai
Aizu-Nagano
Aizu-Sanson-Dojo
Aizu-Tajima
Aizukogen-Ozeguchi
Nakaarai
Nanatsugatake-Tozanguchi
Ojika-Kogen
Tajimakoko-mae
Yoson-Koen

Gas Stations in Mizunashi

9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cosmo
ENEOS
ENEOS
Idemitsu
JP #1113278097
JP #1113278834
JP #1113278835
JP #1113279715
JP #309559130

Shopping Malls in Mizunashi

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

リオン・ドール
リオン・ドール

Stadiums & Teams in Mizunashi

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Ski Resorts Near Mizunashi

43 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Nihonmatsu Shiozawa 0.0 $0
yanaizu onsen ski area 0.0 $0
Listel Ski Fantasia 0.0 $0
Inawashiro Snow Paradise 0.0 $0
Grand Sunpia Inawashiro Resort Hotel 0.0 $0
Family Snow Park Bandai X2 0.0 $0
Hoshino Resorts Nekoma Mountain 0.0 $0
Inawashiro Schanze 0.0 $0
Adatara Kogen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Numajiri Ski 0.0 $0
Urabandai Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Mishima Choei 0.0 $0
Fuyudorigoe Ski Garden 0.0 $0
Minowa Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Yokomuki Onsen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Grandeco Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Mikawa Onsen 0.0 $0
Sannokura 0.0 $0
Tengendai Kogen 0.0 $0
Kuriko International Ski & Resort 0.0 $0
Yonezawa Snow World 0.0 $0
Onogawa Onsen 0.0 $0
Oze Hinoemata Onsen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Kawaba Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Oguna Hotaka Ski Area 0.0 $0
Katashina Ogna Hotaka Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Nikko Yumoto Onsen Ski Park 0.0 $0
Katashina Kogen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Marunuma Kogen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
White World Oze Iwakura 0.0 $0
Snow Park Oze Tokura 0.0 $0
Edelweiss Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Hunter Mountain Shiobara Ski Area 0.0 $0
Akagisan Daiichi Ski Area 0.0 $0
Aizu Kogen Takahata 0.0 $0
Aizu Kogen Takatsue Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Aizu Kogen Daikura Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Grandee Hatoriko Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Aizukogen Nango Ski Area 0.0 $0
Ski Resort Tenei 0.0 $0
Tadami Ski Area 0.0 $0
Fairy Land Kaneyama Ski Area 0.0 $0

Airports Near Mizunashi

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fukushima AirportFKSMedium Airport
Utsunomiya Air FieldMedium Airport
Fukushima (Iizaka) SkyparkSmall Airport
Kinugawa GliderportSmall Airport
Shirosato Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Skyfield NasuSmall Airport
Utsunomiya Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Mizunashi

8 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Arakai Post Office
Haryu Summary Post Office
Itozawa Summary Post Office
Nagano Post Office
Shizukawa Post Office
Tajima Nishimachi Post Office
Tajima Post Office
Takihara Summary Post Office

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 Mizunashi

What is the population of Mizunashi?

Mizunashi has a population of 14,451 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 419.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mizunashi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,300, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $68,000 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $340 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 Mizunashi?

Mizunashi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.5 inches, with 13.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Mizunashi?

The job market in Mizunashi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 462 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mizunashi?

The median home value in Mizunashi is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.

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