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Asahimachi, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Asahimachi is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 3,293. Elevation: 453 ft (138 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).
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About Asahimachi
Asahimachi No.2 Dam (Japanese: 旭町第二ダム) is a gravity dam located in Hokkaido Prefecture in Japan. The dam is used for water supply. The catchment area of the dam is 6.5 km2. The dam impounds about 7 ha of land when full and can store 334 thousand cubic meters of water. The construction of the dam was completed in 1970.
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| Population | 3,293 |
| Population Density | 65 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.1005°, 142.3570° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.9 inches (1,090 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.9 inches (38 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Asahimachi
Asahimachi is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 3,293. The city sits at an elevation of 453 feet (138 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 15°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Asahimachi vs Japan Average
Income: Asahimachi vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $28,900 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 105 |
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 | 1,317 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.8°F |
| 23% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Area | 50.6 sq mi (131.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 65/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.1005°N, 142.3570°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1947 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 114 km |
| 1956 | NE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 141 km |
| 1863 | NW. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 88 km |
| 1834 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 118 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taisetsuzan (63 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 63 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 80 km |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 93 km |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 155 km |
| Kussharo | Caldera | 574 m (1,883 ft) | 1320 | 175 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 176 km |
| Mashu | Caldera | 857 m (2,812 ft) | 1080 | 186 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 189 km |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-9°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 5.5 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 3.5 in |
Asahimachi has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 15°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.6") and February the driest (2.0").
Schools in Asahimachi
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hokkaido Kembuchi High School | — | — | — | — |
| 剣淵中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 剣淵町小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Asahimachi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| まなべーる | ||||
| 名寄市北国博物館 | ||||
| 愛別町郷土芸能伝承館 |
Libraries in Asahimachi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wassamu town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 士別図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Asahimachi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| スーパーアークス | |||||
| 地方卸売市場 |
Train Stations in Asahimachi
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Asahimachi
22 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pippu Ski Slopes | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Otoineppu Otoifuji | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Bifuka Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nayoro Piyashiri | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| PIYASHIRI NAYORO SNOW PARK | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Haboro Chomin Skijo | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Furen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahi Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Wassamu Higashiyama Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Boyodai Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kokusetsu Horotachi Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kamoidake Kokusai | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Touma Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ashimoi Kanko Takaho Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hokuryu Choei Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Santa present park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Inosawa Sky Slopes | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Canmore Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kamui Ski Links | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahidake | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shintotsukawacho Sotchidake | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Asahimachi
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Asahikawa Airport | AKJ | Medium Airport |
| Biei Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Fukagawa Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Camp Nayoro Airfield and Heliport | — | Small Airport |
| Skyport Bibai | — | Small Airport |
| Takikawa Sky Park | — | Small Airport |
| Toma Skypark Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Asahimachi
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 川南神社 |
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What is the population of Asahimachi?
Asahimachi has a population of 3,293 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 50.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Asahimachi 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 Asahimachi?
Asahimachi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.9 inches, with 14.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Asahimachi?
Asahimachi has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 105 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Asahimachi?
The median home value in Asahimachi is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.