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Abashiri, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Abashiri is a mid-size city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 35,759. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
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| Population | 35,759 |
| Population Density | 197 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.0213°, 144.2697° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.4 inches (873 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.4 inches (21 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Abashiri
Abashiri is a mid-size city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 35,759. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Abashiri vs Japan Average
Income: Abashiri vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,900 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,144 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $68,000 |
| 76% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $340 |
| 71% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 14,304 |
Property Tax
Climate in Abashiri
Abashiri has an average annual temperature of 6.9°C (44°F). The hottest month is Aug (20°C), the coldest is Feb (-5.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 842 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.7°F |
| 21% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 181.9 sq mi (471.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 197/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.0213°N, 144.2697°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.9 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1938 | E. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | 1 | 47 km |
| 1956 | NE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 34 km |
| 2004 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 132 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kussharo (47 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kussharo | Caldera | 574 m (1,883 ft) | 1320 | 47 km |
| Mashu | Caldera | 857 m (2,812 ft) | 1080 | 55 km |
| Shiretoko-Iozan | Stratovolcano | 1,562 m (5,125 ft) | 1936 | 72 km |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 74 km |
| Tomariyama [Golovnin] | Caldera | 535 m (1,755 ft) | 1848 | 101 km |
| Raususan [Mendeleev] | Stratovolcano | 882 m (2,894 ft) | 1880 | 117 km |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 120 km |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 120 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 144 km |
| Ruruidake [Smirnov] | Stratovolcano | 1,486 m (4,875 ft) | Unknown | 157 km |
| Chachadake [Tiatia] | Stratovolcano | 1,822 m (5,978 ft) | 1981 | 162 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.2 in |
Abashiri has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 19°F in February to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (1.5").
Colleges & Universities in Abashiri
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tokyo University of Agriculture | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Abashiri
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 網走南ケ丘高校 | — | — | — | — |
| 網走市立中央小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 網走市立南小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 網走市立第一中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 網走市立第三中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 網走市立第二中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 網走市立網走小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 網走市立西小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 網走桂陽高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 網走市立潮見小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Abashiri Hakuchodai Elementery School | — | — | — | — |
| Abashiri Daiyon Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Abashiri Higashi Elementery School | — | — | — | — |
| 日本体育大学附属高等支援学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Abashiri
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Abashiri
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abashiri City Historical Museum | ||||
| Abashiri Municipal Museum of Art | ||||
| Abashiri Prison Museum | ||||
| Hokkaido Museum of Northern People | ||||
| Moyoro Shell Mound Museum | ||||
| Okhotsk Ryu-hyo Museum | ||||
| 網走市川と湖の学習館 | ||||
| 網走市鉄道記念館 | ||||
| 美幌博物館 |
Libraries in Abashiri
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abashiri municipal library | 0.0 | |||||
| Koshimizu Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Memanbetsu Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 美幌町図書館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Abashiri
21 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Abashiri
27 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Abashiri
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Abashiri
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Abashiri
5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Abashiri
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Abashiri
12 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Abashiri
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Abashiri
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Abashiri
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Abashiri
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Abashiri
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Abashiri
10 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oketocho Minamigaoka | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kiyosato Choei Midori Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Wakamatsu Shimin Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Rubeshibe-cho Happodai | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Higashimokoto Shirakabadai Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Bihoro Lily Yama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Koshimizu Chomin Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Northern Arc Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Abashiri Lake View Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Saroma Choei | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Abashiri
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| JASDF Kenebetsu Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| Memanbetsu Airport | MMB | Medium Airport |
| Nakashibetsu Airport | SHB | Medium Airport |
| Bekanbe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Betsukai Flight Park | — | Small Airport |
| Bihoro Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| JGDSF Camp Bihoro Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kitami Agricultural Airfield / Skyport Kitami | — | Small Airport |
| Yausubetsu Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Abashiri
7 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Abashiri Ekimae Post Office | |
| Abashiri Komaba Post Office | |
| Abashiri Post Office | |
| Abashiri Tsukushigaoka Post Office | |
| 網走南四条郵便局 | |
| 網走大曲郵便局 | |
| 鱒浦郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Abashiri
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abashiri Saint Petero Church | |
| Abashiri Shrine | |
| Catholic Abashiri Church | |
| Tenri Kaikan | |
| Tenrikyo Abashiri Large Church | |
| 二見湖畔神社 | |
| 創価学会 | |
| 天理教網走分教会 | |
| 末日聖徒イエス・キリスト教会 | |
| 永専寺 | |
| 真如苑網走支部 | |
| 藻琴神社 | |
| 長久山龍雲寺 |
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What is the population of Abashiri?
Abashiri has a population of 35,759 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 197 people per square mile, spread across 181.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Abashiri expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,900, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $68,000 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $340 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Abashiri?
Abashiri has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.4 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Abashiri?
Abashiri has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 1,144 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Abashiri?
The median home value in Abashiri is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.