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Nakazawa, Japan
Nagano · Japan
Nakazawa is a small city in Nagano, Japan with a population of 7,680. Elevation: 3,307 ft (1,008 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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People
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A+Climate
| Population | 7,680 |
| Population Density | 296 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,307 ft (1,008 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.9833°, 138.2167° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Nagano |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.6 inches (1,438 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.0 inches (20 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $30,100 |
| Median Age | 50.0 years |
About Nakazawa
Nakazawa is a small city in Japan (Nagano) with a population of 7,680. The city sits at an elevation of 3,307 feet (1,008 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Nakazawa vs Japan Average
Income: Nakazawa vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $30,100 |
| 60% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 246 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $76,000 |
| 73% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $380 |
| 67% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 3,072 |
Property Tax
Climate in Nakazawa
Nakazawa 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 1311 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.7°F |
| 12% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 233 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,307 ft (1,008 m) |
| Area | 25.9 sq mi (67.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 296/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9833°N, 138.2167°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
10 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.6 m (2 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2009 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 1 | 138 km |
| 1857 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 132 km |
| 1855 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | — | 6,757 | 148 km |
| 1751 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 2,100 | 136 km |
| 1633 | SAGAMI BAY | Earthquake | — | 150 | 125 km |
| 1589 | SURUGA, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | — | 132 km |
| 1257 | SAGAMI BAY, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | — | 145 km |
| 1241 | KAMAKURA, SAGAMI BAY | Earthquake | — | — | 138 km |
| 863 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 126 km |
| 818 | TOKAIDO | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 131 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yokodake (15 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yokodake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,480 m (8,136 ft) | 1200 | 15 km |
| Asamayama | Complex | 2,568 m (8,425 ft) | 2019 | 54 km |
| Norikuradake | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,026 m (9,928 ft) | -50 | 61 km |
| Yakedake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,455 m (8,054 ft) | 1995 | 63 km |
| Ontakesan | Complex | 3,067 m (10,062 ft) | 2014 | 67 km |
| Washiba-Kumonotaira | Shield(s) | 2,924 m (9,593 ft) | Unknown | 73 km |
| Kusatsu-Shiranesan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,165 m (7,103 ft) | 2018 | 76 km |
| Harunasan | Stratovolcano | 1,449 m (4,754 ft) | 550 | 79 km |
| Shiga | Shield(s) | 2,041 m (6,696 ft) | Unknown | 83 km |
| Fujisan | Stratovolcano | 3,776 m (12,388 ft) | 1708 | 83 km |
| Midagahara | Stratovolcano | 2,621 m (8,599 ft) | 1839 | 86 km |
| Myokosan | Stratovolcano | 2,454 m (8,051 ft) | -750 | 101 km |
| Niigata-Yakeyama | Lava dome | 2,400 m (7,874 ft) | 1998 | 106 km |
| Akagisan | Stratovolcano | 1,828 m (5,997 ft) | Unknown | 109 km |
| Hakoneyama | Complex | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | 2015 | 111 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 7.9 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 7.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
Nakazawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 26°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 56.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.4") and December the driest (1.2").
Schools in Nakazawa
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 明大付属中野学園 林間学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 八ヶ岳農業大学校(旧八ヶ岳中央農業実践大学校) | — | — | — | — |
| 原村立原小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 原村立原中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Kanazawa Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tōbu Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Kohigashi Elementary School. | — | — | — | — |
| Hokubu Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Kitayama Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Izumino Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tamagawa Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Toyohira Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Nakazawa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Nakazawa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BARAKURA English Garden | ||||
| Dormouse Museum | ||||
| Harmo museum | ||||
| Hirayama Ikuo Silk Road Museum | ||||
| Jinchōkan Moriya Historical Museum | ||||
| Kiyosato Porcelain Museum | ||||
| Matsumoto City Museum of Art | ||||
| nakamura Keith Haring Collection | ||||
| Paul Rusch Memorial Museum | ||||
| PRINCE&SKYLINE MUSEUM | ||||
| Suntory Museum of Whisky | ||||
| Suwa City Museum | ||||
| Takato Museum of History | ||||
| Tateshina Teddy Bear Musuem | ||||
| イルフ童画館 | ||||
| おもしろかっぱ館 | ||||
| オルゴール博物館ホール・オブ・ホールズ | ||||
| こども美術館 | ||||
| しもすわ今昔館おいでや | ||||
| フィリア美術館 | ||||
| 三分一湧水館展望ホール | ||||
| 下諏訪町立諏訪湖 博物館・赤彦記念館 | ||||
| 中村キースへリング美術館 | ||||
| 井戸尻考古館 | ||||
| 京都芸術大学附属康耀堂美術館 | ||||
| 今井邦子文学館 | ||||
| 伊藤近代美術館 | ||||
| 信州高遠美術館 | ||||
| 八ケ岳泰雲書道美術館 | ||||
| 八ヶ岳美術館 | ||||
| 八ヶ岳自然文化園 | ||||
| 北杜市小淵沢郷土資料館 | ||||
| 北杜市考古資料館 | ||||
| 北杜市長坂郷土資料館 | ||||
| 北杜市須玉歴史資料館 | ||||
| 北澤美術館 | ||||
| 原田泰治美術館 | ||||
| 大泉歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 宿場街道資料館 | ||||
| 富士見町歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 尖石縄文考古館 | ||||
| 尖石縄文考古館 | ||||
| 岡谷市立岡谷美術考古館 | ||||
| 市民ギャラリー美術館 | ||||
| 市立岡谷蚕糸博物館 | ||||
| 影絵美術館 | ||||
| 武川民俗資料館 | ||||
| 清春白樺美術館 | ||||
| 県立八ヶ岳ふれあいセンター | ||||
| 箕輪町郷土博物館 | ||||
| 茅野市八ヶ岳総合博物館 | ||||
| 茅野市神長宮守矢史料館 | ||||
| 諏訪市美術館 | ||||
| 辰野町世界昆虫博物館 | ||||
| 辰野美術館 | ||||
| 黒曜石体験ミュージアム |
Libraries in Nakazawa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Okaya Library | 0.0 | |||||
| City of Okaya Library | 0.0 | |||||
| City of Okaya Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Suwa City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| あがたの森図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| あがたの森図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| はしば文庫 | 0.0 | |||||
| 下諏訪町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 伊那市立高遠町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北杜市すたま森の図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北杜市たかね図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北杜市ながさか図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北杜市むかわ図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北杜市むかわ図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北杜市ライブラリーはくしゅう | 0.0 | |||||
| 北杜市小淵沢図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北杜市明野図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北杜市金田一春彦記念図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北杜市金田一春彦記念図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 南箕輪図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 原村図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 富士見町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 寿台図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 箕輪町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 茅野市図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 茅野市民館図書室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 辰野図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nakazawa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| アルプス市場 | |||||
| ファーマーズガーデンうちだ | |||||
| 道の駅南きよさと |
Hotels in Nakazawa
20 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nakazawa
30 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Nakazawa
9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Nakazawa
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nakazawa
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nakazawa
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Nakazawa
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Nakazawa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8Peaks Brewing | ||||
| Masumi | ||||
| 伊東酒造 | ||||
| 本金 | ||||
| 白樺蓼科 | ||||
| 舞姫 | ||||
| 麗人酒造 |
Stadiums & Teams in Nakazawa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Nakazawa
52 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minenohara Kogen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Blanche Takayama | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hirayu Onsen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Saku Ski Garden Parada | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Prince Hotels and Resorts Karuizawa | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Takamine Mountain Park Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Karuizawa Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kazawa Snow Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hijiri Kogen Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sugadairakogen Pine Beak Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sugadaira Taro Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sugadaira Kogen Davos Hill Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Palcall Tsumagoi Resort Ski & Hotel | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shirakaba Kogen Kokusai Ski | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Jiigatake Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kashimayari Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hakuba Sanosaka Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Manza Onsen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hakuba Goryu | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shiga Kogen Shibutoge Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hakuba 47 | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hakuba Valley | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| YAMABOKU Wild Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shiga Kogen Yokoteyama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shiga Kogen Kumanoyu Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yabuhara Kogen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hiraya Kogen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Jibusaka Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Araragi Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fujiten Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kamui Misaka Ski | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Komagane Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Chuo-do Ina Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fujimi Panorama Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fujimi Kougen Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Chateraise Ski Valley Nobeyama | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kisofukushima Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sun Meadows Kiyosato Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shinshu-Matsumoto Nomugitoge Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Chateraise Ski Valley Koumi | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yachiho Kōgen Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tateshina Tokyu Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Pilatus Tateshina Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shirakaba 2 in 1 | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Family Gelände Kirigamine Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shirakabako Royal Hill | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kurumayama Kogen SKYPARK | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Blue Resort Norikura | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahi Prime Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Echo Valley | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Nakazawa
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport | MMJ | Medium Airport |
| Futaba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kirigamine Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Nagano City Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Nirasaki Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Ogurayama Paraglider Launch | — | Small Airport |
| Oshino Sky Sports Club | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nakazawa
7 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 信濃金沢郵便局 | |
| 北山郵便局 | |
| 原村郵便局 | |
| 泉野簡易郵便局 | |
| 玉川郵便局 | |
| 蓼科郵便局 | |
| 豊平郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nakazawa
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 乗鞍神社 | |
| 功徳寺 | |
| 十五社 | |
| 多留姫神社 | |
| 大山祇社 | |
| 山神社 | |
| 御射山神社 | |
| 歓喜院 | |
| 津島神社 | |
| 深叢寺 | |
| 清龍山長円寺 |
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What is the population of Nakazawa?
Nakazawa has a population of 7,680 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 296 people per square mile, spread across 25.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Nakazawa expensive to live in?
The median household income is $30,100, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $76,000 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $380 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 Nakazawa?
Nakazawa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.6 inches, with 8.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Nakazawa?
The job market in Nakazawa is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 246 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Nakazawa?
The median home value in Nakazawa is $76,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $380.