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Akkeshi, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Akkeshi is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 8,922. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
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| Population | 8,922 |
| Population Density | 31 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 187 ft (57 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.0356°, 144.8525° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.2 inches (1,071 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.2 inches (21 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Akkeshi
Akkeshi is a small city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 8,922. The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet (57 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Akkeshi vs Japan Average
Income: Akkeshi 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) | 286 |
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 | 3,569 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.9°F |
| 19% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 187 ft (57 m) |
| Area | 285.4 sq mi (739.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.0356°N, 144.8525°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
12 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.5 m (21 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1952 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 6.5 m | 33 | 128 km |
| 1973 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 6.0 m | — | 79 km |
| 1843 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 4.5 m | 45 | 149 km |
| 1894 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 1 | 111 km |
| 1938 | E. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | 1 | 77 km |
| 1973 | S. KURIL ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 129 km |
| 1973 | S. KURIL ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 143 km |
| 2004 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 22 km |
| 1962 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 121 km |
| 1961 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 79 km |
| 1961 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 63 km |
| 1893 | NEMURO, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | — | 80 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mashu (64 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mashu | Caldera | 857 m (2,812 ft) | 1080 | 64 km |
| Kussharo | Caldera | 574 m (1,883 ft) | 1320 | 73 km |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 78 km |
| Tomariyama [Golovnin] | Caldera | 535 m (1,755 ft) | 1848 | 104 km |
| Shiretoko-Iozan | Stratovolcano | 1,562 m (5,125 ft) | 1936 | 125 km |
| Raususan [Mendeleev] | Stratovolcano | 882 m (2,894 ft) | 1880 | 127 km |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 154 km |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 176 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 181 km |
| Chachadake [Tiatia] | Stratovolcano | 1,822 m (5,978 ft) | 1981 | 185 km |
| Ruruidake [Smirnov] | Stratovolcano | 1,486 m (4,875 ft) | Unknown | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.0 in |
Akkeshi has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 23°F in February to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.4") and February the driest (1.5").
Schools in Akkeshi
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akkeshi Shinryu Elementery School | — | — | — | — |
| 厚岸中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 厚岸小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Akkeshi Oota Elementery School | — | — | — | — |
| Akkeshi Oota Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| 厚岸翔洋高校グラウンド | — | — | — | — |
| 真龍中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 床潭小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Akkeshi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Akkeshi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 厚岸町海事記念館 | ||||
| 厚岸町郷土館 |
Libraries in Akkeshi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 本の森 厚岸情報館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Akkeshi
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Akkeshi
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Akkeshi
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Akkeshi
4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Akkeshi
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Akkeshi
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Akkeshi
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Akkeshi
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiyosato Choei Midori Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Akkeshi
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| JASDF Kenebetsu Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| Kushiro Airport | KUH | Medium Airport |
| Nakashibetsu Airport | SHB | Medium Airport |
| Bekanbe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Betsukai Flight Park | — | Small Airport |
| Yausubetsu Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Akkeshi
8 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 厚岸郵便局 | |
| 尾幌郵便局 | |
| 床潭郵便局 | |
| 散布簡易郵便局 | |
| 本厚岸郵便局 | |
| 糸魚沢簡易郵便局 | |
| 釧路太田郵便局 | |
| 門静簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Akkeshi
23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 保呂神社 | |
| 厚岸真龍神社 | |
| 厚岸神社 | |
| 厚岸神社社務所 | |
| 厳島神社 | |
| 国泰寺 | |
| 報国寺 | |
| 寶龍寺 | |
| 床潭神社 | |
| 弁天神社 | |
| 末広金比羅神社 | |
| 東岸寺 | |
| 正応寺 | |
| 正念寺 | |
| 正行寺 | |
| 法華寺 | |
| 糸魚沢神社 | |
| 苫多神社 | |
| 豊受神社 | |
| 金比羅大権現 |
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Public Holidays in Japan
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What is the population of Akkeshi?
Akkeshi has a population of 8,922 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 285.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Akkeshi 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 Akkeshi?
Akkeshi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches, with 8.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Akkeshi?
Akkeshi has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 286 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Akkeshi?
The median home value in Akkeshi is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.