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Saruhashi, Japan

Yamanashi · Japan

Saruhashi is a small city in Yamanashi, Japan with a population of 6,229. Elevation: 1,033 ft (315 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
6,229 Population 47/sq mi density
1,033 ft Elevation 315 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
57.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$30,600 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
3.2 / 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

Population6,229
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density47/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,600
Unemployment2.2%

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,000
Rent$370
Housing Units2,492

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain57.7 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)
Population6,229
Population Density47 / sq mi
Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)
Coordinates35.6167°, 138.9833°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamanashi
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation57.7 inches (1,466 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.6 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$30,600
Median Age49.2 years

About Saruhashi

Saruhashi is a small city in Japan (Yamanashi) with a population of 6,229. The city sits at an elevation of 1,033 feet (315 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Saruhashi has a population of 6,229 with a density of 47 people per square mile, spread across 131.5 square miles. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,229
Total Population
47
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above Japan avg
131.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Saruhashi vs Japan Average

The median household income in Saruhashi 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 199 business establishments.

Income: Saruhashi vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)199

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Saruhashi 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 2,492 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 Units2,492

Property Tax

Climate in Saruhashi

Saruhashi 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 1503 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / 5.3° 41.3
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / 5.3° 63.3
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / 8.6° 105.5
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / 15.6° 103.3
May 0°C / 32°F — / 19.6° 121.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / 21.8° 181.4
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / 25.6° 133.4
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / 27.4° 319.9
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / 22.6° 213.9
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / 17.3° 120.2
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / 12.9° 59.4
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / 8.2° 39.4
Saruhashi experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,033 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below Japan avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)
Area131.5 sq mi (340.5 km²)
Population Density47/sq mi
Coordinates35.6167°N, 138.9833°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.7"
52% above Japan avg
Snowfall 3.6"
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.90"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,467 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 28, 2025.

Feb 20, 1990 28 km E of Shimoda, Japan M6.4 104 km
Jun 1, 1990 near the east coast of Honshu, Japan M6.3 123 km
Apr 21, 2011 6 km WNW of T?gane, Japan M6.2 120 km
Aug 10, 2009 8 km NE of Sagara, Japan M6.2 117 km
Jun 3, 2000 6 km SE of Narut?, Japan M6.2 134 km
Apr 11, 2011 23 km SE of T?gane, Japan M6.2 146 km
Jul 15, 2000 near the south coast of Honshu, Japan M6.1 147 km
May 26, 2023 12 km SE of Narutō, Japan M6.1 140 km
May 4, 2014 31 km ESE of It?, Japan M6.0 88 km
Mar 15, 2011 6 km NNW of Fujinomiya, Japan M6.0 53 km
Jul 23, 2005 9 km WSW of Ichihara, Japan M5.9 91 km
Aug 1, 2011 20 km E of ?yama, Japan M5.9 121 km
Jan 15, 2007 15 km WSW of Heda, Japan M5.9 86 km
Apr 10, 2005 near the east coast of Honshu, Japan M5.9 128 km
Apr 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Tanuma, Japan M5.8 104 km
Feb 1, 1992 4 km SSE of Miura, Japan M5.8 83 km
Feb 25, 2013 29 km NE of Numata, Japan M5.8 139 km
Apr 29, 2012 5 km NNW of T?gane, Japan M5.8 124 km
Jun 14, 1998 18 km NE of ?hara, Japan M5.7 142 km
Sep 20, 2003 12 km SSE of Kamogawa, Japan M5.7 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Ampil Category 3 256 km
2019 Faxai Category 4 74 km
2019 Hagibis Category 2 38 km
2018 Jongdari Category 2 169 km
2018 Jebi Category 1 284 km
2018 Shanshan Category 1 213 km
2017 Lan Category 1 296 km
2016 Mindulle Category 1 154 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 96 km
2011 Roke Category 3 37 km
2009 Melor Category 1 282 km
2009 Krovanh Category 1 250 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 20 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 74 km
2004 Ma-on Category 4 55 km
2003 Etau Category 1 252 km
2002 Higos Category 2 73 km
2001 Vipa Category 1 292 km
2001 Danas Category 1 66 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 159 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

20 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 74 km
1703 OFF SW BOSO PENINSULA Earthquake 11.7 m 5,233 126 km
1495 KAMAKURA, SAGAMI BAY, TOKAIDO Earthquake 5.0 m 200 74 km
1433 OFF IZU-OSHIMA Earthquake 2.0 m 93 km
2009 HONSHU: S COAST Earthquake 0.6 m 1 117 km
1980 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.6 m 92 km
1978 TOKAIDO Earthquake 0.4 m 25 93 km
1923 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 0.3 m 136 km
1974 TOKAIDO Earthquake 0.2 m 30 116 km
1990 JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m 104 km
2000 HONSHU: S COAST Earthquake 0.1 m 147 km
1857 TOKAIDO Earthquake 110 km
1855 TOKAIDO Earthquake 6,757 74 km
1782 ODAWARA, SAGAMI BAY Eruption + Earthquake 87 km
1633 SAGAMI BAY Earthquake 150 50 km
1602 BOSO, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake 149 km
1589 SURUGA, JAPAN Earthquake 115 km
1257 SAGAMI BAY, JAPAN Earthquake 66 km
1241 KAMAKURA, SAGAMI BAY Earthquake 60 km
818 TOKAIDO Eruption + Earthquake 55 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fujisan (37 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Fujisan Stratovolcano 3,776 m (12,388 ft) 1708 37 km
Hakoneyama Complex 1,438 m (4,718 ft) 2015 43 km
Yokodake Stratovolcano(es) 2,480 m (8,136 ft) 1200 79 km
Izu-Tobu Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,406 m (4,613 ft) 1989 80 km
Harunasan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) 550 96 km
Asamayama Complex 2,568 m (8,425 ft) 2019 97 km
Izu-Oshima Stratovolcano 758 m (2,487 ft) 1990 106 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 107 km
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 119 km
Toshima Stratovolcano 508 m (1,667 ft) -4550 125 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 126 km
Nantaisan Stratovolcano 2,486 m (8,156 ft) -9540 136 km
Nikko-Shiranesan Shield 2,578 m (8,458 ft) 1952 136 km
Niijima Lava dome(s) 432 m (1,417 ft) 886 138 km
Ontakesan Complex 3,067 m (10,062 ft) 2014 139 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 35°F (1°C) 2.1 in
March 40°F (4°C) 3.5 in
April 51°F (10°C) 4.3 in
May 59°F (15°C) 5.0 in
June 65°F (18°C) 7.3 in
July 71°F (22°C) 6.3 in
August 74°F (23°C) 8.9 in Warmest, Wettest
September 67°F (19°C) 8.6 in
October 56°F (14°C) 6.0 in
November 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
December 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in Driest

Saruhashi has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 34°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 57.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.9") and December the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Saruhashi

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
やまびこ養護学校
市立大目小学校
市立宮谷小学校
市立富浜中学校
市立旭小学校
市立梁川小学校
市立猿橋中学校
市立猿橋小学校
市立鳥沢小学校
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Radio Stations near Saruhashi

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Saruhashi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Biodiversity Center Exhibition Room
Fuji Motor Sports Museum
Fuji Museum
Fukasawa Tiny Museum
Gyokudō Art Museum
HADANO HISTORY MUSEUM
Hadano Visitor Centre
Hannoki Bayashi Shiryokan
Hinohara Toy Museum
Itchiku Kubota Art Museum
Kawaguchiko Muse Hall
Kawaguchiko Music Forest
Kitahara Museum
Kushi-Kanzashi Museum
Mount Fuji Radar Dome Museum
Nippara Forest Museum
Okutama Water and Green Museum
Ome Kimono Museum
Tamashin Mitake Art Museum
Treasure Hall
Treasure Stone Museum
Yamanashi Gem Museum
Yamanashi Prefectural Fujisan World Heritage Center
Yamanashi Prefectural Maglev Exhibition Center
Yoshikawa Eiji House & Museum
あきる野市五日市郷土館
ギャラリーアバルト自動車美術館
せせらぎの里 美術館
ドールハウス美術館
フジヤマミュージアム
三島由紀夫文学館
上野原市民俗資料館
中曽根康弘・ロナルドレーガン日米首脳会談記念館 日の出山荘
俳句の館風生庵
写真・絵手紙体験学習館
大月市郷土資料館
太宰治記念館
奥津国道美術館
富士の駅 地震体験館
富士ビジターセンター
富士吉田市歴史民俗博物館
富士吉田市歴史民俗博物館
富士山レーダードーム館
小原の里
山北町立丹沢森林館薬草園
徳富蘇峰館
札掛森の家
河口湖自動車博物館 自動車館
河口湖自動車博物館 飛行舘
清川村宮ヶ瀬湖水の郷交流館
甘草屋敷
相模湖記念館
神奈川県丹沢湖ビジターセンター
神奈川県立宮ケ瀬ビジターセンター
都留いきものふれあいの里
都留市博物館ミュージアム都留
都留市商家資料館
都留市尾県郷土資料館

Libraries in Saruhashi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Hadano City Library0.0
あきる野市五日市図書館0.0
上野原市立図書館0.0
塩山市立図書館分館0.0
大月市立図書館0.0
奥多摩町立古里図書館0.0
奥多摩町立氷川図書館0.0
富士吉田市立図書館0.0
富士河口湖町立図書館0.0
山中湖情報創造館0.0
忍野村立おしの図書館0.0
檜原村立図書館0.0
都留市立図書館0.0
青梅市梅郷図書館0.0
青梅市沢井図書館0.0
青野原図書室0.0
青野原図書室0.0

Farmers Markets in Saruhashi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
神奈川青果 (株) 秦野市場
農産物直売所

Restaurants in Saruhashi

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casa De Flora

Cafes in Saruhashi

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rioカフェ
Starbucks

Train Stations in Saruhashi

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Torisawa
Yanagawa

Gas Stations in Saruhashi

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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ENEOS
JP #2518494759
Kygnus

Banks in Saruhashi

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

山梨信用金庫

Golf Courses in Saruhashi

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

大月ガーデンゴルフクラブ

Breweries in Saruhashi

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Hinohara Factory (Shochu Brewery/Shop)
Ozawa Sake Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Saruhashi

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Ski Resorts Near Saruhashi

10 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti 0.0 $0
Fujiten Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Kamui Misaka Ski 0.0 $0
Fujimi Kougen Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Chateraise Ski Valley Nobeyama 0.0 $0
Sun Meadows Kiyosato Ski Area 0.0 $0
Chateraise Ski Valley Koumi 0.0 $0
Yachiho Kōgen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Pilatus Tateshina Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Saku Ski Garden Parada 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saruhashi

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chofu AirportMedium Airport
Iruma Air BaseMedium Airport
JMSDF Atsugi Air Base / Naval Air Facility AtsugiNJAMedium Airport
Yokota Air BaseOKOMedium Airport
Air Wing Motor Paraglider School Osato Landing AreaSmall Airport
Fujikawa AirstripSmall Airport
Fukiage AirstripSmall Airport
Futaba AirportSmall Airport
Hanyu GliderportSmall Airport
Honda AirportSmall Airport
Isesaki Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Itakura GliderportSmall Airport
Izu Flying Club AirfieldSmall Airport
Kamisato GliderportSmall Airport
Kannami Glider ParkSmall Airport
Kannami Hang Glider Landing FieldSmall Airport
Kazo GliderportSmall Airport
Kuge Flying Club AirstripSmall Airport
Kumagaya Flying Club Osato AirfieldSmall Airport
Kumagaya Trike Club AirfieldSmall Airport
Makado GliderportSmall Airport
Menuma GliderportSmall Airport
Menuma Number 2 GliderportSmall Airport
Miho AirfieldSmall Airport
Mint AirstripSmall Airport
Nirasaki GliderportSmall Airport
Ojima R/C SkyportSmall Airport
Oshino Sky Sports ClubSmall Airport
Skyfield WataraseSmall Airport
Tachikawa AirfieldSmall Airport
Tokyo Flying Club AirstripSmall Airport
Yomiuri Otone GliderportSmall Airport
Yuhikoku Kawajima AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Saruhashi

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
梁川郵便局
猿橋伊良原簡易郵便局
鳥沢郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saruhashi

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Hoshoji
大ムレ権現
山の神
金比羅神社

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 Saruhashi

What is the population of Saruhashi?

Saruhashi has a population of 6,229 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 47 people per square mile, spread across 131.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Saruhashi 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 Saruhashi?

Saruhashi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.7 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saruhashi?

The job market in Saruhashi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 199 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Saruhashi?

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

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