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Yanaizu, Japan

Fukushima · Japan

Yanaizu is a small town in Fukushima, Japan with a population of 3,304. Elevation: 728 ft (222 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
3,304 Population 22/sq mi density
728 ft Elevation 222 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
55.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,300 Median Income
A
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

Population3,304
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density22/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,300
Unemployment2.7%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units1,322

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain55.1 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation728 ft (222 m)
Population3,304
Population Density22 / sq mi
Elevation728 ft (222 m)
Coordinates37.5242°, 139.7217°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceFukushima
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation55.1 inches (1,399 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.5 inches (34 cm)
Median Household Income$28,300
Median Age50.2 years

About Yanaizu

Yanaizu is a small town in Japan (Fukushima) with a population of 3,304. The city sits at an elevation of 728 feet (222 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Yanaizu has a population of 3,304 with a density of 22 people per square mile, spread across 150.8 square miles. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,304
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
150.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Yanaizu vs Japan Average

The median household income in Yanaizu 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 106 business establishments.

Income: Yanaizu vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)106

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Yanaizu 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 1,322 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 Units1,322

Property Tax

Climate in Yanaizu

Yanaizu 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
Yanaizu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 728 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below Japan avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Geography

Elevation728 ft (222 m)
Area150.8 sq mi (390.7 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates37.5242°N, 139.7217°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.1"
45% above Japan avg
Snowfall 13.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.46"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,267 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 M6.6 113 km
Apr 11, 2011 17 km SSW of Ishikawa, Japan M6.6 84 km
Jun 18, 2019 31 km WSW of Tsuruoka, Japan M6.4 126 km
Jul 24, 2011 43 km NE of Namie, Japan M6.3 149 km
Jul 30, 2011 13 km SSE of Iwaki, Japan M6.3 127 km
Mar 11, 2011 30 km NNE of Namie, Japan M6.3 131 km
Mar 11, 2011 13 km E of Arai, Japan M6.2 132 km
May 13, 2011 31 km ESE of Namie, Japan M6.1 144 km
Jul 25, 2003 7 km NW of Matsushima, Japan M6.1 149 km
Mar 12, 2011 29 km SSE of Namie, Japan M6.1 131 km
Mar 11, 2011 17 km ESE of Namie, Japan M6.0 130 km
Mar 11, 2011 15 km E of Namie, Japan M6.0 128 km
Apr 12, 2011 8 km WSW of Ishikawa, Japan M5.9 74 km
Mar 11, 2011 4 km SSW of Namie, Japan M5.9 112 km
May 11, 1997 5 km NNE of Iwaki, Japan M5.9 116 km
Feb 25, 2013 29 km NE of Numata, Japan M5.8 87 km
Apr 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Tanuma, Japan M5.8 128 km
Aug 11, 2011 1 km SSE of Iwaki, Japan M5.8 117 km
Apr 11, 2011 14 km SSE of Marumori, Japan M5.8 101 km
Jul 16, 2007 16 km NNW of Kashiwazaki, Japan M5.7 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Faxai Category 2 177 km
2019 Hagibis Category 1 98 km
2018 Jebi Category 1 277 km
2011 Roke Category 1 187 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 219 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 204 km
2004 Ma-on Category 3 177 km
2002 Higos Category 1 121 km
2001 Danas Category 1 139 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 181 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 112 km
1998 Stella Category 1 147 km
1996 Violet Category 1 244 km
1996 Kirk Category 1 298 km
1995 Oscar Category 3 298 km
1995 Ryan Category 1 290 km
1994 Orchid Category 1 271 km
1993 Vernon Category 1 161 km
1990 Flo Category 1 261 km
1981 Thad Category 1 173 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

9 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 36 105 km
2016 E. COAST HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1.4 m 148 km
2019 NIIGATA Earthquake 0.1 m 127 km
2007 HONSHU: W COAST Earthquake 15 110 km
1802 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 19 127 km
1762 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 110 km
1751 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 2,100 148 km
1448 SADO, JAPAN Earthquake 134 km
887 NIIGATA Earthquake 2,000 143 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

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

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Numazawa Shield 835 m (2,740 ft) -3400 16 km
Bandaisan Stratovolcano 1,816 m (5,958 ft) 1888 32 km
Nasudake Stratovolcano(es) 1,915 m (6,283 ft) 1963 49 km
Adatarayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,728 m (5,669 ft) 1996 51 km
Azumayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,949 m (6,394 ft) 1977 52 km
Takaharayama Stratovolcano 1,795 m (5,889 ft) -4570 70 km
Hiuchigatake Stratovolcano 2,356 m (7,730 ft) 1544 74 km
Omanago Group Lava dome(s) 2,341 m (7,680 ft) -3050 83 km
Nikko-Shiranesan Shield 2,578 m (8,458 ft) 1952 86 km
Nantaisan Stratovolcano 2,486 m (8,156 ft) -9540 87 km
Zaozan [Zaosan] Complex 1,841 m (6,040 ft) 1940 93 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 117 km
Harunasan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) 550 140 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 142 km
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 146 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 3.8 in
March 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in
April 49°F (9°C) 3.4 in Driest
May 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 5.0 in
July 73°F (23°C) 6.5 in Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 5.2 in Warmest
September 67°F (20°C) 5.9 in
October 56°F (13°C) 4.5 in
November 45°F (7°C) 4.3 in
December 36°F (2°C) 4.8 in

Yanaizu has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 30°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.5") and April the driest (3.4").

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Radio Stations near Yanaizu

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Yanaizu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aizu Bukeyashiki
Fukushima Museum
Saito Kiyoshi Museum of Art
White Tigers Memorial Hall
アートフォトギャラリー三遊
あいづぎゃらりー
からむし織の里
ネパール博物館
会津新選組記念館 Aizu Shinsengumi Museum
会津武家屋敷
会津歴史資料館
会津美里町歴史資料収蔵室
会津若松市歴史資料センター「まなべこ」
喜多方カイギュウランドたかさと
喜多方市美術館
喜多方蔵の里
喜多方蔵品美術館
喜多方蔵座敷美術館
大内宿町並み展示館
大川ダム資料館
妖精美術館
日中線記念館(旧熱塩駅)
昭和レトロミュージアム
昭和レトロミュージアム 2号館
會津藩校日新館
東北電力奥会津水力館 みお里
柳津西山地熱発電所PR館
甲斐本家蔵座敷 Kai Residence
白虎隊伝承史学館
第二資料館
霊寶殿
青龍

Libraries in Yanaizu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
会津図書館0.0
会津大学附属図書館0.0
喜多方市立図書館0.0
附属図書館iimo0.0

Farmers Markets in Yanaizu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
会津若松市公設地方卸売市場

Hotels in Yanaizu

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tabist Hana Hotel Takinoya Aizu-Yanaizu
Uchidaya

Restaurants in Yanaizu

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

キッチンノエル
キッチン柳
すずや
とらや食堂
レストハウス
御膳馬車屋

Cafes in Yanaizu

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tonobo Coffee

Train Stations in Yanaizu

4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aizu-Sakamoto
Aizu-Yanaizu
Godo
Takiya

Gas Stations in Yanaizu

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JP #241854033
JP #2494323922

Banks in Yanaizu

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aizu shinkin bank

Breweries in Yanaizu

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
吉の川酒造
夢心酒造
峰の雪酒造
清川酒造

Stadiums & Teams in Yanaizu

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Yanaizu

48 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Yonezawa Snow World 0.0 $0
Numajiri Ski 0.0 $0
Urabandai Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Nihonmatsu Shiozawa 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
Adatara Kogen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Onogawa Onsen 0.0 $0
Ninox Snow Park 0.0 $0
Miyagi Zao Shichikashuku 0.0 $0
Kawanishi Choei Komatsu Ski Area 0.0 $0
Tainai Ski and Snowboard area 0.0 $0
Tenoko Ski Area 0.0 $0
Yokone 0.0 $0
Doshojidaira Ski Area 0.0 $0
Zao Liza World 0.0 $0
Zao Sarukura 0.0 $0
Zao Onsen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Aizukogen Nango Ski Area 0.0 $0
Snow Park Oze Tokura 0.0 $0
Fujiwara Snow&Spa Resort 0.0 $0
Minakami Kogen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Edelweiss Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Hunter Mountain Shiobara Ski Area 0.0 $0
Oze Hinoemata Onsen Ski Resort 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
Hodaigi Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Ski Resort Tenei 0.0 $0
Tadami Ski Area 0.0 $0
Fairy Land Kaneyama Ski Area 0.0 $0
Mishima Choei 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

Airports Near Yanaizu

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Niigata AirportKIJLarge Airport
Fukushima AirportFKSMedium Airport
Fukushima (Iizaka) SkyparkSmall Airport
Shirataka Aero Park / Mutsumi AirfieldSmall Airport
Skyfield NasuSmall Airport

Post Offices in Yanaizu

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Yanaizu Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yanaizu

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Enzō Temple
Syoutakusan Okunozenin Temple
正徳寺
稲荷神社
諏訪神社

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 Yanaizu

What is the population of Yanaizu?

Yanaizu has a population of 3,304 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 150.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Yanaizu 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 Yanaizu?

Yanaizu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.1 inches, with 13.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Yanaizu?

The job market in Yanaizu is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 106 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Yanaizu?

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

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