Nanbu

Nanbu is a town in Minamikoma District, Yamanashi Prefecture, situated across forested mountains and river valleys. The Fuji River flows through the landscape, shaping the natural character of the area.

The town was formed in 1955 through a merger of surrounding communities. A second administrative consolidation with Tomizawa took place in 2003.

Forestry and green tea farming have long shaped how locals live and work in the region. These traditional activities remain visible in the landscape and in the daily rhythms of the community.

The Minobu Line operated by Central Japan Railway provides train connections to surrounding areas and major transportation hubs. National Routes 52 and 469 link the town to neighboring communities and facilitate local travel.

This location sits at the southern boundary of Yamanashi Prefecture, marking a geographic turning point. At just 150 meters elevation, it is the lowest-lying municipality in the prefectural region.

Location: Minamikoma district

Inception: April 1, 1955

Shares border with: Shizuoka, Minobu, Fujinomiya

Website: https://town.nanbu.yamanashi.jp

GPS coordinates: 35.24233,138.48606

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:01