Minamiaizu
7.7
High score (8-10)
Minamiaizu is the largest municipality in Tohoku by land area but one of the sparsest populated — pristine mountain scenery along the Tadami and Agano rivers with rafting operations in summer and ski areas in winter. River sports guides and seasonal workers create an unusually outgoing social subculture compared to the agricultural towns in the rest of the prefecture.
Mid score (6-8) · Your profile
Minamiaizu's outdoor tourism creates some social opportunity among guides and seasonal workers at river and ski operations. The permanent population is under 20,000 spread over a massive area. Social infrastructure is minimal outside of resort areas. Worth visiting for the scenery but requiring specific activity context to create social opportunity.
Lower score (below 6)
Minamiaizu is beautiful and empty. The scattered mountain communities here are among the most isolated in Tohoku. Young people leave steadily and the social world of the remaining population is completely internal. Outdoor recreation is the only social context and that is seasonal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Minamiaizu, Fukushima?
$32k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Minamiaizu, Fukushima?
Women marry at 29
How common is a college degree in Minamiaizu, Fukushima?
35% men have degree
What's the average male height in Minamiaizu, Fukushima?
172 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Minamiaizu, Fukushima?
Local women avg 22.3