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Biei, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Biei is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 10,374. Elevation: 781 ft (238 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).
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People
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| Population | 10,374 |
| Population Density | 40 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 781 ft (238 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.5844°, 142.4597° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.2 inches (1,046 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.3 inches (34 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Biei
Biei is a small city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 10,374. The city sits at an elevation of 781 feet (238 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Biei vs Japan Average
Income: Biei 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) | 332 |
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 | 4,150 |
Property Tax
Climate in Biei
Biei has an average annual temperature of 7.3°C (45°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1114 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.5°F |
| 23% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 781 ft (238 m) |
| Area | 261.3 sq mi (676.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 40/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.5844°N, 142.4597°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 | — | 120 km |
| 1938 | E. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | 1 | 148 km |
| 1863 | NW. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 137 km |
| 1834 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 91 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tokachidake (26 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 26 km |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 33 km |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 50 km |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 127 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 133 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 158 km |
| Kussharo | Caldera | 574 m (1,883 ft) | 1320 | 158 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 161 km |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 166 km |
| Mashu | Caldera | 857 m (2,812 ft) | 1080 | 169 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 175 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-9°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 22°F (-5°C) | 3.0 in |
Biei has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 16°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.6") and February the driest (1.8").
Schools in Biei
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 美沢小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 美瑛高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 美瑛東小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 美瑛小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 美瑛中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Bibaushi Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bibaushi Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Biei
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Biei
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asahikawa art museum | ||||
| Asahikawa art museum | ||||
| Asahikawa City Museum | ||||
| Asahikawa City Museum | ||||
| Asahikawa City Science Museum | ||||
| Asahikawa City Science Museum | ||||
| Asahikawa City Sculpture Museum Station Gallery | ||||
| Asahikawa City Sculpture Museum Station Gallery | ||||
| Furano Wine Factory | ||||
| Hokuchin Museum | ||||
| Hokuchin Museum | ||||
| Inoue Yasushi Memorial Hall | ||||
| Inoue Yasushi Memorial Hall | ||||
| Kawa no omoshiro kan | ||||
| Kawa no omoshiro kan | ||||
| Kawamura Kaneto Ainu Memorial | ||||
| Kawamura Kaneto Ainu Memorial | ||||
| Miura Ayako Literature Museum | ||||
| Miura Ayako Literature Museum | ||||
| Otokoyama Sake Brewery Museum | ||||
| Otokoyama Sake Brewery Museum | ||||
| Takushinkan | ||||
| Tokachidake Volcano Erosion Control Information Center | ||||
| トリックアート美術館 | ||||
| フォトギャラリー北写人 | ||||
| 上富良野開拓記念館 | ||||
| 国鉄9600形蒸気機関車 49600号 | ||||
| 彫刻の館 | ||||
| 新星館（展望美術館） | ||||
| 旭川市彫刻美術館 | ||||
| 旭川市彫刻美術館 | ||||
| 木と暮らしの情報館 | ||||
| 木と暮らしの情報館 | ||||
| 東川町郷土館 | ||||
| 西美の杜美術館 |
Libraries in Biei
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asahikawa City Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kagura Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kagura Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nagayama Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nagayama Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Suehiro Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toko Library | 0.0 | |||||
| せんとぴゅあⅡ | 0.0 | |||||
| 富良野図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 旭川市中央図書館 東旭川分室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 旭川市中央図書館 東旭川分室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 美瑛町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Biei
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Takushoku Market | |||||
| 富良野地方卸売市場 |
Hotels in Biei
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Biei
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Biei
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Biei
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Biei
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Biei
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Asahikawa Starffin Baseball Stadium | ||
| Taisetsu Arena |
Ski Resorts Near Biei
27 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asahidake | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Takinouecho Sakuragaoka | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahi Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Wassamu Higashiyama Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kokusetsu Horotachi Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Pippu Ski Slopes | 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 | — | — | — |
| Mount Racey | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shintotsukawacho Sotchidake | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kamoidake Kokusai | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Furano ski resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Bibai Kokusetsu Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Katsurazawa Kokusetsu Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sahoro | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Greenland White Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Haginoyama Shimin Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Minami Furano | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shintokuyama | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tomamu Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nipo Town | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Biei
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Asahikawa Airport | AKJ | Medium Airport |
| Tokachi Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Biei Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Fukagawa Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Shintoku Agricultural Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Skyport Bibai | — | Small Airport |
| Takikawa Sky Park | — | Small Airport |
| Toma Skypark Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Biei
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 美瑛郵便局 |
Treatment Centers in Biei
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| あさひまちクリニック | ||
| ぴあふる岩山 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Biei
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 美沢(みさわ)神社 | |
| 聖水神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Biei
What is the population of Biei?
Biei has a population of 10,374 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 261.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Biei 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 Biei?
Biei has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.2 inches, with 13.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Biei?
Biei has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 332 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Biei?
The median home value in Biei is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.