Hayakawa

Hayakawa is a town in Yamanashi Prefecture spread across a mountainous region with dense forests, farmland, and residential areas positioned throughout the valleys. Agricultural plots alternate with neighborhoods that follow the contours of the terrain.

The town was founded on September 30, 1956, during Japan's post-war municipal restructuring period. This reorganization created the administrative structure that exists today.

Residents maintain traditional farming methods for rice and vegetables that pass down through families. These practices shape how the land looks and how people spend their days in the valleys.

Regular bus services connect the town with major train stations throughout Yamanashi Prefecture with departures spread across the day. Check departure times before traveling to plan your journey effectively.

The town sits at one of the highest elevations in the prefecture, giving it a distinctive climate and growing conditions that differ from lower areas. This elevation shapes the local farming practices and the landscape around it.

Location: Minamikoma district

Inception: September 30, 1956

Reference: 193640

Shares border with: Shizuoka, Minami-Alps, Fujikawa, Minobu

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

GPS coordinates: 35.41261,138.36314

Latest update: December 19, 2025 23:00