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Yaotsu, Japan

Gifu · Japan

Yaotsu is a small city in Gifu, Japan with a population of 11,036. Elevation: 728 ft (222 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
11,036 Population 187/sq mi density
728 ft Elevation 222 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
85.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$31,500 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$31,500 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,000 home value, $390/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population11,036
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density187/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$31,500
Unemployment2.0%

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,000
Rent$390
Housing Units4,414

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain85.5 in/yr
Sunny Days181/yr
Elevation728 ft (222 m)
Population11,036
Population Density187 / sq mi
Elevation728 ft (222 m)
Coordinates35.4667°, 137.1500°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceGifu
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation85.5 inches (2,172 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$31,500
Median Age49.0 years

About Yaotsu

Yaotsu is a small city in Japan (Gifu) with a population of 11,036. The city sits at an elevation of 728 feet (222 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Yaotsu has a population of 11,036 with a density of 187 people per square mile, spread across 59.1 square miles. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,036
Total Population
187
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above Japan avg
59.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Yaotsu vs Japan Average

The median household income in Yaotsu is $31,500, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 353 business establishments.

Income: Yaotsu vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,500
58% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)353

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Yaotsu is $78,000, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $390 (66% below the national average of $1,163). There are 4,414 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$78,000
72% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$390
66% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units4,414

Property Tax

Climate in Yaotsu

Yaotsu has an average annual temperature of 13.7°C (57°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.1°C), the coldest is Jan (1.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2046 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 1.6°C / 35°F -6.1° / 12.4° 85.2
Feb 2.9°C / 37°F -5.1° / 14.3° 85.8
Mar 7.1°C / 45°F -3.2° / 19.1° 142.1
Apr 11.6°C / 53°F -0.8° / 23.6° 162.7
May 16.5°C / 62°F 4.3° / 27.4° 200.0
Jun 20.9°C / 70°F 11.2° / 29.9° 258.8
Jul 24.9°C / 77°F 18.3° / 32.5° 312.2
Aug 26.1°C / 79°F 19.6° / 33.6° 255.5
Sep 23.2°C / 74°F 14.5° / 31.4° 171.0
Oct 16.2°C / 61°F 5.4° / 26.7° 173.6
Nov 10.2°C / 50°F 0° / 21.1° 97.1
Dec 3.8°C / 39°F -4.4° / 15.1° 102.6
Yaotsu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 181 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 85.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 728 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above Japan avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days181 days/yr

Geography

Elevation728 ft (222 m)
Area59.1 sq mi (153.0 km²)
Population Density187/sq mi
Coordinates35.4667°N, 137.1500°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 85.5"
125% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.09"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

437 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 24, 2025.

Aug 10, 2009 8 km NE of Sagara, Japan M6.2 129 km
Mar 15, 2011 6 km NNW of Fujinomiya, Japan M6.0 132 km
Aug 1, 2011 20 km E of ?yama, Japan M5.9 149 km
Jan 15, 2007 15 km WSW of Heda, Japan M5.9 150 km
May 23, 1997 38 km SSE of Tahara, Japan M5.8 126 km
Nov 18, 2013 25 km SE of Toba, Japan M5.6 126 km
Mar 16, 1997 5 km NE of Toyokawa, Japan M5.6 74 km
Aug 15, 1998 22 km WSW of Hotaka, Japan M5.5 100 km
Apr 3, 2001 10 km NE of Mori, Japan M5.4 101 km
Aug 26, 2010 25 km ENE of Katsuyama, Japan M5.4 80 km
Oct 5, 2011 24 km W of ?machi, Japan M5.3 119 km
May 9, 2022 7 km NE of Toba, Japan M5.3 106 km
Apr 23, 2020 18 km WNW of Shiojiri, Japan M5.2 96 km
Apr 22, 1998 18 km SE of Hikone, Japan M5.2 75 km
Oct 5, 1996 12 km NW of Kanaya, Japan M5.2 102 km
May 19, 2020 18 km WSW of Hotaka, Japan M5.2 103 km
Oct 5, 2011 eastern Honshu, Japan M5.2 116 km
Jun 24, 2017 31 km ENE of Gero, Japan M5.2 58 km
Jul 14, 1991 5 km E of Ueda, Japan M5.2 150 km
May 28, 2005 37 km SSW of Hamamatsu, Japan M5.2 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

43 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lan (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 1 237 km
2019 Faxai Category 4 213 km
2019 Hagibis Category 2 171 km
2018 Jebi Category 2 140 km
2018 Trami Category 1 239 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 243 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 108 km
2017 Lan Category 1 230 km
2017 Noru Category 1 248 km
2016 Mindulle Category 1 251 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 109 km
2011 Roke Category 3 86 km
2009 Melor Category 1 171 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 220 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 176 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 178 km
2004 Ma-on Category 4 159 km
2004 Chaba Category 1 228 km
2003 Etau Category 2 87 km
2002 Higos Category 2 220 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

10 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1855 ENSHUNADA Earthquake 3.0 m - 115 km
1909 ANEGAWA, JAPAN Earthquake 1.8 m 41 77 km
1945 TOKAIDO Earthquake 1.0 m 2,306 85 km
2009 HONSHU: S COAST Earthquake 0.6 m 1 129 km
1857 TOKAIDO Earthquake - - 128 km
1799 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake - - 135 km
1726 KATSUYAMA Earthquake - - 139 km
1666 AICHI PREFECTURE Earthquake - - 61 km
1589 SURUGA, JAPAN Earthquake - - 121 km
1586 ISE BAY Earthquake - 8,000 61 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ontakesan (56 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ontakesan Complex 3,067 m (10,062 ft) 2014 56 km
Norikuradake Stratovolcano(es) 3,026 m (9,928 ft) -50 80 km
Hakusan Stratovolcano 2,702 m (8,865 ft) 1659 84 km
Yakedake Stratovolcano(es) 2,455 m (8,054 ft) 1995 93 km
Washiba-Kumonotaira Shield(s) 2,924 m (9,593 ft) Unknown 112 km
Yokodake Stratovolcano(es) 2,480 m (8,136 ft) 1200 126 km
Midagahara Stratovolcano 2,621 m (8,599 ft) 1839 129 km
Fujisan Stratovolcano 3,776 m (12,388 ft) 1708 144 km
Asamayama Complex 2,568 m (8,425 ft) 2019 162 km
Hakoneyama Complex 1,438 m (4,718 ft) 2015 172 km
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 178 km
Niigata-Yakeyama Lava dome 2,400 m (7,874 ft) 1998 180 km
Myokosan Stratovolcano 2,454 m (8,051 ft) -750 181 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 183 km
Izu-Tobu Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,406 m (4,613 ft) 1989 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 38°F (4°C) 3.5 in
March 44°F (7°C) 5.7 in
April 55°F (13°C) 8.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 8.0 in
June 70°F (21°C) 11.4 in
July 77°F (25°C) 12.1 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 9.8 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 11.3 in
October 61°F (16°C) 6.1 in
November 51°F (11°C) 3.9 in
December 42°F (5°C) 2.7 in Driest

Yaotsu has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 38°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 85.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.1") and December the driest (2.7").

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Schools in Yaotsu

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
町立八百津中学校 - - - -
町立八百津小学校 - - - -
町立錦津小学校 - - - -
岐阜県立八百津高等学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Yaotsu

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Yaotsu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aichi Museum of Flight
Former Imai Family Residence
Imasen Inuyama Karakuri Museum Tamaya Shobei Workshop
Inuyama City Cultural History Museum
Kamagaki-no-Komichi Museum
Komaki City Historical Museum
maneki-neko museum
Minokamo City Museum
Minowashi Akari Art Center
Ota-juku Nakasendo Museum
Seki Sword Smith Museum
Stone Museum Hakusekikan
Yamazaki Mazak Museum of Machine Tools
こども陶器博物館
サイエンスワールド
さかづき美術館
フェザーミュージアム
ミュージアム中仙道
メナード美術館
モザイクタイルミュージアム
三浦勝治美術館
中山道みたけ館
中山道鵜沼宿町屋館
体感!しだみ古墳群ミュージアム
兼山歴史民俗資料館
可児郷土歴史館
名鉄資料館
和紙展示館
土岐市美濃陶磁歴史館
基地広報資料館
多治見商人物語
多治見西浦記念館
宝物館 (Houmotsukan)
岐阜県現代陶芸美術館
岐阜県陶磁資料館
岩田洗心館
川合考古資料館
市之倉さかづき美術館
日本大正村資料館
春日井市立中央公民館内民俗展示室
春日井市道風記念館
池田町屋郷土資料館
瀬戸蔵ミュージアム
美濃焼ミュージアム
美濃陶芸村
航空館boon
蛭川郷土館
豊蔵資料館
関市立篠田桃紅美術空間

Libraries in Yaotsu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kasugai City Library0.0
Kasugai City Library0.0
Kasugai City Library0.0
中山道みたけ館0.0
中津川市立蛭川済美図書館0.0
可児市立図書館0.0
可児市立図書館帷子分館0.0
可児市立図書館桜ケ丘分館0.0
名古屋市志段味図書館0.0
名古屋市志段味図書館0.0
名古屋市楠図書館0.0
図書館0.0
土岐市図書館0.0
多治見市図書館0.0
多治見市図書館分館0.0
小牧市中央図書館0.0
小牧市中央図書館0.0
小牧市北里市民センター図書室0.0
小牧市北里市民センター図書室0.0
小牧市北里市民センター図書室0.0
小牧市味岡市民センター図書室0.0
小牧市味岡市民センター図書室0.0
小牧市東部市民センター図書室0.0
小牧市東部市民センター図書室0.0
市立図書館0.0
扶桑町図書館0.0
東部市民センター図書館0.0
東部市民センター図書館0.0
森の交流館 もりの本やさん0.0
楽集館0.0
瀬戸市立図書館0.0
瀬戸市立図書館 パルティせと情報ライブラリー0.0
犬山市役所 図書館0.0
瑞浪市民図書館0.0
美濃加茂市中央図書館0.0
美濃加茂市東図書館0.0
美濃市図書館0.0
逸外記念図書館0.0
郡上市みなみ図書館0.0
関市立図書館0.0
関市立図書館武儀分館0.0

Farmers Markets in Yaotsu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
かっぱ市
名古屋市 中央卸売市場 北部市場
名古屋市 中央卸売市場 北部市場
名古屋市 中央卸売市場 北部市場

Monuments in Yaotsu

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

杉原千畝記念館

Bus Stations in Yaotsu

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Yaotsu Cho Family Center Mae

Golf Courses in Yaotsu

5 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

こぶしGC
ベルフラワーCC
日吉ハイランドGC
花の木GC
見岳CC

Breweries in Yaotsu

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
奥飛騨酒造

Stadiums & Teams in Yaotsu

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Yaotsu

25 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
WhitePIA Takasu 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hida Takayama Municipal Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Asahi Prime Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Blue Resort Norikura 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mont Deus Hida-kuraiyama Snow Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shinshu-Matsumoto Nomugitoge Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hida Funayama Snow Resort Arkopia 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hirugano Kogen Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Takasu Snow Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Dynaland Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gujo Vacances Mura Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
WINGHILLS Shiratori Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Yabuhara Kogen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chausuyama Kogen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Meiho Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kisofukushima Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Washigatake Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fukui Izumi Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mia Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shirao Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kuzuryu Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Motai Onsen Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Araragi Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Jibusaka Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hiraya Kogen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Yaotsu

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chubu Centrair International AirportNGOLarge Airport
Gifu AirportQGUMedium Airport
JASDF Hamamatsu Air Base-Medium Airport
Nagoya Airport / JASDF Komaki Air BaseNKMMedium Airport
Hamakita Gliderport-Small Airport
Hida Airpark-Small Airport
Kisogawa Gliderport-Small Airport
Nukata Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport
Okazaki Gliderport-Small Airport
Ono Gliderport-Small Airport
Tatsuda Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport
Tokai Paraplane Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Yaotsu

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Yaotsu Post Office

Treatment Centers in Yaotsu

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
こうぞうじ在宅支援診療所
タカマ皮フ科
タカマ皮フ科
愛知県医療療育総合センターこばと学園

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yaotsu

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Shrine
神明神社

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Waterfalls
2
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 Yaotsu

What is the population of Yaotsu?

Yaotsu has a population of 11,036 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 187 people per square mile, spread across 59.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Yaotsu expensive to live in?

The median household income is $31,500, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $78,000 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $390 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 Yaotsu?

Yaotsu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 181 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.5 inches.

How is the job market in Yaotsu?

The job market in Yaotsu is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 353 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Yaotsu?

The median home value in Yaotsu is $78,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $390.

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