Žminj (Italian: Gimino) is a municipality and small town in Istria, Croatia, 15 km south of Pazin.

Žminj is located at the intersection of regional roads to Pazin, Kanfanar, Svetvinčenat and Labin.

This part of Istria has a number of tourist attractions, landscapes and the remnants of cultural heritage from all ages (such as a tower Citadel in the old town).

Žminj is also known for its agricultural fair which takes place every second Wednesday in the month.

Exquisite specialities of Istrian cuisine: "maneštra" (minestra), sausages with cabbage, venison with "fuži" (a kind of pasta), "supa" (crisp bread in red wine, with olive-oil and pepper) and the famous wines, teran and malmsey.