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Uminokuchi, Japan

Nagano · Japan

Uminokuchi is a small town in Nagano, Japan with a population of 3,242. Elevation: 4,052 ft (1,235 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
3,242 Population 50/sq mi density
4,052 ft Elevation 1,235 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
65.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$30,100 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$30,100 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,000 home value, $380/mo rent

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About Uminokuchi

Uminokuchi

Uminokuchi Station is a railway station in the city of Ōmachi, Nagano, Japan, operated by the East Japan Railway Company.

People

Population3,242
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density50/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,100
Unemployment2.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,000
Rent$380
Housing Units1,297

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain65.2 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation4,052 ft (1,235 m)
Population3,242
Population Density50 / sq mi
Elevation4,052 ft (1,235 m)
Coordinates36.0000°, 138.5000°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNagano
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation65.2 inches (1,655 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.4 inches (21 cm)
Median Household Income$30,100
Median Age50.0 years

About Uminokuchi

Uminokuchi is a small town in Japan (Nagano) with a population of 3,242. The city sits at an elevation of 4,052 feet (1,235 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Uminokuchi has a population of 3,242 with a density of 50 people per square mile, spread across 65.1 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,242
Total Population
50
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
65.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Uminokuchi vs Japan Average

The median household income in Uminokuchi is $30,100, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 104 business establishments.

Income: Uminokuchi vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,100
60% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)104

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Uminokuchi is $76,000, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $380 (67% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,297 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

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 Units1,297

Property Tax

Climate in Uminokuchi

Uminokuchi 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / 3.7° 36.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / 3.8° 56.7
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / 8.4° 90.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / 15.8° 88.9
May 0°C / 32°F - / 20.7° 111.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / 24° 186.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / 27.3° 218.3
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / 29.4° 136.4
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / 24.2° 215.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / 17.8° 76.6
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / 11.8° 63.6
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / 6.4° 30.1
Uminokuchi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,052 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below Japan avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,052 ft (1,235 m)
Area65.1 sq mi (168.7 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates36.0000°N, 138.5000°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.2"
71% above Japan avg
Snowfall 8.4"
Wettest Month (Aug) 10.31"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

998 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 23, 2025.

Mar 11, 2011 13 km E of Arai, Japan M6.2 113 km
Aug 10, 2009 8 km NE of Sagara, Japan M6.2 141 km
Mar 15, 2011 6 km NNW of Fujinomiya, Japan M6.0 81 km
May 4, 2014 31 km ESE of It?, Japan M6.0 147 km
Jan 15, 2007 15 km WSW of Heda, Japan M5.9 124 km
Jul 23, 2005 9 km WSW of Ichihara, Japan M5.9 145 km
Feb 1, 1992 4 km SSE of Miura, Japan M5.8 144 km
Apr 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Tanuma, Japan M5.8 112 km
Feb 25, 2013 29 km NE of Numata, Japan M5.8 115 km
Mar 11, 2011 eastern Honshu, Japan M5.7 106 km
Mar 6, 1996 13 km NNE of Gotenba, Japan M5.6 77 km
Mar 4, 1997 9 km SSW of It?, Japan M5.6 133 km
May 3, 1998 14 km SW of It?, Japan M5.6 133 km
Apr 20, 2006 16 km SE of It?, Japan M5.6 142 km
Nov 9, 2013 3 km WSW of Moriya, Japan M5.6 133 km
Apr 11, 2011 8 km WSW of Iiyama, Japan M5.5 92 km
Dec 21, 1996 3 km E of Sugito, Japan M5.5 114 km
Mar 15, 2012 3 km ENE of ?me, Japan M5.5 74 km
Feb 15, 2005 2 km NNW of Iwatsuki, Japan M5.5 107 km
Aug 15, 1998 22 km WSW of Hotaka, Japan M5.5 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

33 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Faxai (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Faxai Category 3 134 km
2019 Hagibis Category 2 93 km
2018 Jebi Category 1 223 km
2018 Shanshan Category 1 271 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 201 km
2016 Mindulle Category 1 210 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 123 km
2011 Roke Category 2 64 km
2009 Melor Category 1 282 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 77 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 135 km
2004 Ma-on Category 3 115 km
2004 Chaba Category 1 266 km
2003 Etau Category 1 212 km
2002 Higos Category 2 127 km
2001 Danas Category 1 127 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 214 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 119 km
1998 Zeb Category 1 257 km
1998 Stella Category 1 110 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

15 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 105,385 135 km
1495 KAMAKURA, SAGAMI BAY, TOKAIDO Earthquake 5.0 m 200 135 km
2009 HONSHU: S COAST Earthquake 0.6 m 1 141 km
1980 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.6 m - 146 km
1978 TOKAIDO Earthquake 0.4 m 25 149 km
1857 TOKAIDO Earthquake - - 135 km
1855 TOKAIDO Earthquake - 6,757 124 km
1782 ODAWARA, SAGAMI BAY Eruption + Earthquake - - 148 km
1751 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake - 2,100 138 km
1633 SAGAMI BAY Earthquake - 150 109 km
1589 SURUGA, JAPAN Earthquake - - 136 km
1257 SAGAMI BAY, JAPAN Earthquake - - 127 km
1241 KAMAKURA, SAGAMI BAY Earthquake - - 121 km
863 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake - - 130 km
818 TOKAIDO Eruption + Earthquake - - 115 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yokodake (19 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yokodake Stratovolcano(es) 2,480 m (8,136 ft) 1200 19 km
Asamayama Complex 2,568 m (8,425 ft) 2019 45 km
Harunasan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) 550 62 km
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 69 km
Fujisan Stratovolcano 3,776 m (12,388 ft) 1708 74 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 77 km
Yakedake Stratovolcano(es) 2,455 m (8,054 ft) 1995 86 km
Norikuradake Stratovolcano(es) 3,026 m (9,928 ft) -50 86 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 88 km
Ontakesan Complex 3,067 m (10,062 ft) 2014 93 km
Washiba-Kumonotaira Shield(s) 2,924 m (9,593 ft) Unknown 93 km
Hakoneyama Complex 1,438 m (4,718 ft) 2015 97 km
Midagahara Stratovolcano 2,621 m (8,599 ft) 1839 103 km
Myokosan Stratovolcano 2,454 m (8,051 ft) -750 105 km
Niigata-Yakeyama Lava dome 2,400 m (7,874 ft) 1998 111 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 24°F (-5°C) 2.1 in
March 30°F (-1°C) 3.6 in
April 42°F (5°C) 5.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 5.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 8.8 in
July 64°F (18°C) 8.5 in
August 66°F (19°C) 10.3 in Warmest, Wettest
September 59°F (15°C) 9.8 in
October 48°F (9°C) 5.8 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.8 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in Driest

Uminokuchi has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 23°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 65.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.3") and December the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Uminokuchi

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
南牧中学校 - - - -
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Museums in Uminokuchi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dormouse Museum
Hirayama Ikuo Silk Road Museum
Japan Airlines Flight 123 Jumbo Crash Memory Preservation Hall
Kawamura Gozo Memorial Hall
Kiyosato Porcelain Museum
nakamura Keith Haring Collection
Paul Rusch Memorial Museum
Suntory Museum of Whisky
オルゴール博物館ホール・オブ・ホールズ
フィリア美術館
三分一湧水館展望ホール
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
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
北相木村考古博物館
南牧村民俗資料館
南牧村立山の美術館
南牧村美術民俗資料館
南相木村民俗資料館
大泉歴史民俗資料館
奥村土牛記念美術館
富士見町歴史民俗資料館
山中鹿之助幸盛・生誕地資料館
森のギャラリー(全国郷土玩具館)
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
鎌倉彫記念館

Libraries in Uminokuchi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
はしば文庫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
生涯学習館「花の郷・茂来館」・図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Uminokuchi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
びっくり市
道の駅南きよさと

Hotels in Uminokuchi

6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

リゾートイン黒岩荘
八ヶ岳府中山荘
八ヶ岳調布山荘
帝産ロッヂ
清里高原ホテル
高原旅館 野辺山荘

Restaurants in Uminokuchi

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kiyosato Cafe
Sundance
レストラン ストローハット
最高

Cafes in Uminokuchi

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kiyosato bakery

Train Stations in Uminokuchi

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nobeyama
Saku-Hirose
Saku-Uminokuchi

Gas Stations in Uminokuchi

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
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Golf Courses in Uminokuchi

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

清里アーリーバードゴルフクラブ

Breweries in Uminokuchi

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
8Peaks Brewing
相馬醤油

Ski Resorts Near Uminokuchi

44 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kashimayari Snow Resort 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 - - -
Akagisan Daiichi Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Palcall Tsumagoi Resort Ski & Hotel 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Minenohara Kogen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Prince Hotels and Resorts Karuizawa 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 - - -
Tateshina Tokyu 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 - - -
Sun Meadows Kiyosato Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chateraise Ski Valley Koumi 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Yachiho Kōgen Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti 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 - - -
Asahi Prime Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Echo Valley 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shirakaba Kogen Kokusai Ski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Blanche Takayama 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Saku Ski Garden Parada 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Uminokuchi

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shinshu-Matsumoto AirportMMJMedium Airport
Futaba Airport-Small Airport
Isesaki Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport
Kamisato Gliderport-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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Uminokuchi

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
合格祈願1375(ひとみなご~かく)

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Waterfalls
1
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 Uminokuchi

What is the population of Uminokuchi?

Uminokuchi has a population of 3,242 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 65.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Uminokuchi 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 Uminokuchi?

Uminokuchi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.2 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Uminokuchi?

The job market in Uminokuchi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 104 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Uminokuchi?

The median home value in Uminokuchi is $76,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $380.

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