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Nirasaki, Japan

Yamanashi · Japan

Nirasaki is a small city in Yamanashi, Japan with a population of 29,483. Elevation: 1,145 ft (349 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
29,483 Population 531/sq mi density
1,145 ft Elevation 349 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
50.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$30,600 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$30,600 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,000 home value, $370/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population29,483
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density531/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,600
Unemployment2.2%

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,000
Rent$370
Housing Units11,793

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain50.1 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)
Population29,483
Population Density531 / sq mi
Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)
Coordinates35.7000°, 138.4500°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamanashi
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation50.1 inches (1,272 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.2 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$30,600
Median Age49.2 years

About Nirasaki

Nirasaki is a small city in Japan (Yamanashi) with a population of 29,483. The city sits at an elevation of 1,145 feet (349 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Nirasaki has a population of 29,483 with a density of 531 people per square mile, spread across 55.5 square miles. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

29,483
Total Population
531
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above Japan avg
55.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nirasaki vs Japan Average

The median household income in Nirasaki is $30,600, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 943 business establishments.

Income: Nirasaki vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,600
59% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)943

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nirasaki is $74,000, 74% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $370 (68% below the national average of $1,163). There are 11,793 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$74,000
74% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$370
68% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units11,793

Property Tax

Climate in Nirasaki

Nirasaki 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 1127 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 31.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 56.5
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 71.3
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 81.0
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 75.8
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 105.4
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 144.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 120.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 153.4
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 194.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 46.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 48.5
Nirasaki experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,145 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below Japan avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)
Area55.5 sq mi (143.7 km²)
Population Density531/sq mi
Coordinates35.7000°N, 138.4500°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.1"
32% above Japan avg
Snowfall 3.2"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.36"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

950 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 23, 2025.

Feb 20, 1990 28 km E of Shimoda, Japan M6.4 132 km
Mar 11, 2011 13 km E of Arai, Japan M6.2 146 km
Aug 10, 2009 8 km NE of Sagara, Japan M6.2 108 km
Mar 15, 2011 6 km NNW of Fujinomiya, Japan M6.0 49 km
May 4, 2014 31 km ESE of It?, Japan M6.0 124 km
Jul 23, 2005 9 km WSW of Ichihara, Japan M5.9 140 km
Jan 15, 2007 15 km WSW of Heda, Japan M5.9 92 km
Aug 1, 2011 20 km E of ?yama, Japan M5.9 119 km
Feb 1, 1992 4 km SSE of Miura, Japan M5.8 127 km
Feb 25, 2013 29 km NE of Numata, Japan M5.8 146 km
Apr 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Tanuma, Japan M5.8 132 km
Mar 11, 2011 eastern Honshu, Japan M5.7 139 km
Mar 4, 1997 9 km SSW of It?, Japan M5.6 105 km
Mar 16, 1997 5 km NE of Toyokawa, Japan M5.6 131 km
May 3, 1998 14 km SW of It?, Japan M5.6 104 km
Nov 9, 2013 3 km WSW of Moriya, Japan M5.6 139 km
Mar 6, 1996 13 km NNE of Gotenba, Japan M5.6 57 km
Apr 20, 2006 16 km SE of It?, Japan M5.6 116 km
Aug 15, 1998 22 km WSW of Hotaka, Japan M5.5 96 km
Apr 11, 2011 8 km WSW of Iiyama, Japan M5.5 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

37 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Faxai (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Faxai Category 4 122 km
2019 Hagibis Category 2 87 km
2018 Jebi Category 1 243 km
2018 Shanshan Category 1 261 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 167 km
2017 Lan Category 1 280 km
2016 Mindulle Category 1 183 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 89 km
2011 Roke Category 3 71 km
2009 Melor Category 1 253 km
2009 Krovanh Category 1 278 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 283 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 69 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 116 km
2004 Ma-on Category 4 95 km
2004 Chaba Category 1 282 km
2003 Etau Category 1 204 km
2002 Higos Category 2 118 km
2001 Danas Category 1 110 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 209 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

16 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.0 m (43 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1923 SAGAMI BAY Earthquake 13.0 m 105,385 116 km
1495 KAMAKURA, SAGAMI BAY, TOKAIDO Earthquake 5.0 m 200 116 km
1433 OFF IZU-OSHIMA Earthquake 2.0 m - 130 km
2009 HONSHU: S COAST Earthquake 0.6 m 1 108 km
1980 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.6 m - 119 km
1978 TOKAIDO Earthquake 0.4 m 25 123 km
1974 TOKAIDO Earthquake 0.2 m 30 124 km
1990 JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m - 132 km
1857 TOKAIDO Earthquake - - 101 km
1855 TOKAIDO Earthquake - 6,757 122 km
1782 ODAWARA, SAGAMI BAY Eruption + Earthquake - - 132 km
1633 SAGAMI BAY Earthquake - 150 88 km
1589 SURUGA, JAPAN Earthquake - - 103 km
1257 SAGAMI BAY, JAPAN Earthquake - - 110 km
1241 KAMAKURA, SAGAMI BAY Earthquake - - 102 km
818 TOKAIDO Eruption + Earthquake - - 95 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yokodake (45 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yokodake Stratovolcano(es) 2,480 m (8,136 ft) 1200 45 km
Fujisan Stratovolcano 3,776 m (12,388 ft) 1708 45 km
Hakoneyama Complex 1,438 m (4,718 ft) 2015 73 km
Asamayama Complex 2,568 m (8,425 ft) 2019 79 km
Ontakesan Complex 3,067 m (10,062 ft) 2014 90 km
Norikuradake Stratovolcano(es) 3,026 m (9,928 ft) -50 93 km
Harunasan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) 550 94 km
Yakedake Stratovolcano(es) 2,455 m (8,054 ft) 1995 97 km
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 102 km
Izu-Tobu Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,406 m (4,613 ft) 1989 107 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 110 km
Washiba-Kumonotaira Shield(s) 2,924 m (9,593 ft) Unknown 110 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 117 km
Midagahara Stratovolcano 2,621 m (8,599 ft) 1839 124 km
Myokosan Stratovolcano 2,454 m (8,051 ft) -750 136 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 33°F (0°C) 1.9 in
March 39°F (4°C) 3.3 in
April 50°F (10°C) 4.1 in
May 58°F (15°C) 4.4 in
June 65°F (18°C) 7.1 in
July 71°F (22°C) 6.1 in
August 73°F (23°C) 6.6 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 7.4 in Wettest
October 55°F (13°C) 4.7 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
December 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in Driest

Nirasaki has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 32°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.4") and December the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Nirasaki

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
あけぼの養護学校 - - - -
富士見養護学校旭分校 - - - -
市立甘利小学校 - - - -
市立穂坂小学校 - - - -
市立韮崎北西小学校 - - - -
市立韮崎西中学校 - - - -
県立韮崎工業高等学校 - - - -
市立韮崎小学校 - - - -
Nirasaki High School - - - -
Nirasaki Higashi Junior High School - - - -
市立韮崎北東小学校 - - - -
Fujii Nursery School - - - -
わかば養護学校 - - - -
市立明野小学校 - - - -
市立明野中学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Nirasaki

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Nirasaki

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dormouse Museum
Hirayama Ikuo Silk Road Museum
Ichikawa Misato Town Folklore Museum
Kiyosato Porcelain Museum
Kunimasu Museum
nakamura Keith Haring Collection
Paul Rusch Memorial Museum
Shingen-Mochi Factory Theme Park
Suntory Museum of Whisky
The Village Of The Village of Kiso, Meynobu Town
オルゴール博物館ホール・オブ・ホールズ
クニマス
クリスタルミュージアム
シャトレーゼローマンガラス美術館
なかとみ現代工芸美術館
なるさわ富士山博物館
フィリア美術館
やまなし伝統工芸館
三分一湧水館展望ホール
中央市豊富郷土資料館
中村キースへリング美術館
井戸尻考古館
八ケ岳泰雲書道美術館
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
南アルプス市立春仙美術館
南アルプス市立白根桃源美術館
嘯月美術館
坂井考古館
大泉歴史民俗資料館
宝物殿
富士川町民俗資料館
富士見町歴史民俗資料館
小さな蔵の美術館
山梨大学赤レンガ館
山梨県立博物館
山梨県立文学館
山梨県立科学館
山梨県立美術館
山梨県立考古博物館
市川三郷町ふるさと会館・文化資料館・民族資料館
市川三郷町ふるさと会館文化資料館
恩賜林記念館
早川町歴史民俗資料館
早川町郷土資料館
武川民俗資料館
武田氏館跡歴史館
清春白樺美術館
甲府市民俗資料館
登美の丘ワイナリー資料館
県立八ヶ岳ふれあいセンター
石和写真美術館
石和町民俗文化財展示館
笛吹市春日居郷土館
美枝きもの資料館
藤村記念館
身延町歴史民俗資料館
韮崎大村美術館
韮崎市民俗資料館

Libraries in Nirasaki

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
はしば文庫0.0
わかくさ図書館0.0
中央図書館0.0
中央市立玉穂生涯学習館0.0
中央市立田富図書館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
南アルプス市立わかくさ図書館0.0
南アルプス市立八田農業情報関連図書館0.0
南アルプス市立櫛形図書館芦安分館0.0
南アルプス市立甲西図書室0.0
南アルプス市立白根桃源図書館0.0
図書館0.0
富士見町図書館0.0
山梨市立図書館0.0
山梨県立図書館0.0
市川三郷町立図書館三珠分館0.0
昭和町立図書館0.0
甲府市立図書館0.0
甲斐市立双葉図書館0.0
甲斐市立敷島図書館0.0
甲斐市立竜王図書館0.0
笛吹市一宮図書館0.0
笛吹市八代図書館0.0
笛吹市境川図書室0.0
笛吹市御坂図書館0.0
笛吹市春日居ふるさと図書館0.0
笛吹市石和図書館0.0
韮崎市立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Nirasaki

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
道の駅南きよさと

Hotels in Nirasaki

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aoki Kosen
Mt. Amari Green Lodge

Restaurants in Nirasaki

20 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bamiyan
COCO'S
Dei
Denny's
Kakō
LaSoba
Mugitoro
Taiwan Fukufuku
Yakiniku Kaen (Rotisserie)
アルプス食堂
さくら茶屋
たんぽぽ
ナンハウス
フレンズ
マイルストーン
吉田のうどん　さくら
桔梗屋
甘利山ツツジ苑
青竹食堂
頂

Castles in Nirasaki

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

新府城跡

Train Stations in Nirasaki

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anayama
Nirasaki
Shimpu

Gas Stations in Nirasaki

11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chubu Oil
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
JA-SS
JA-SS
JA-SS
JP #6461713929
Shimizuya
カーエネクス
桐の木GS

Banks in Nirasaki

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kofu Shinkin Bank
Kofu Shinkin Bank
Yamanashi Chuo Bank
Yamanashi shinyoukinko
Yamanasi-Chuo Bank

Gyms in Nirasaki

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

MY-BODY 韮崎店

Golf Courses in Nirasaki

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

レイクウッドゴルフコース

Breweries in Nirasaki

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Persona Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Nirasaki

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Nirasaki

23 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Tateshina Tokyu Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Prince Hotels and Resorts Karuizawa 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Saku Ski Garden Parada 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Blanche Takayama 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shirakaba Kogen Kokusai Ski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Echo Valley 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Asahi Prime Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kurumayama Kogen SKYPARK 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shirakabako Royal Hill 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Family Gelände Kirigamine Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shirakaba 2 in 1 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pilatus Tateshina Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Yachiho Kōgen Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chateraise Ski Valley Koumi 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sun Meadows Kiyosato Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chateraise Ski Valley Nobeyama 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fujimi Kougen Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fujimi Panorama Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chuo-do Ina Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Komagane Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kamui Misaka Ski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fujiten Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Nirasaki

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shinshu-Matsumoto AirportMMJMedium Airport
Fujikawa Airstrip-Small Airport
Futaba Airport-Small Airport
Isesaki Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport
Izu Flying Club Airfield-Small Airport
Kamisato Gliderport-Small Airport
Kannami Glider Park-Small Airport
Kannami Hang Glider Landing Field-Small Airport
Kawane Skypark Gliderport-Small Airport
Kirigamine Gliderport-Small Airport
Miho Airfield-Small Airport
Nirasaki Gliderport-Small Airport
Oshino Sky Sports Club-Small Airport

Post Offices in Nirasaki

11 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Nirasaki Post Office
Nirasaki-Fujii Post Office
中田郵便局
円野郵便局
原簡易郵便局
大草郵便局
明野ひまわり郵便局
清哲郵便局
穂坂郵便局
穴山郵便局
韮崎本町南郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nirasaki

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Zouzenin Temple
三之蔵神社
元正寺
公案寺
創価学会
城前寺
恩昌寺
極楽寺
武田八幡神社
雨宮寺

Explore Near Nirasaki

Waterfalls
6
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Nirasaki

What is the population of Nirasaki?

Nirasaki has a population of 29,483 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 531 people per square mile, spread across 55.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Nirasaki expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,600, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $74,000 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $370 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 Nirasaki?

Nirasaki has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.1 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Nirasaki?

The job market in Nirasaki is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 943 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Nirasaki?

The median home value in Nirasaki is $74,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $370.

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