Bifuka, Japan

Hokkaido · Japan

Bifuka is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 4,112. Elevation: 253 ft (77 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

4,112 Population 16/sq mi density
253 ft Elevation 77 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
43.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone

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About Bifuka

Bifuka

Bifuka is a town in Kamikawa Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan. As of 31 January 2025, the town had an estimated population of 3,665 in 2016 households, and a population density of 5.5 people per km2. The total area of the town is 672.09 km2 (259.50 sq mi).

People

Population4,112
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Population4,112
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Coordinates44.4753°, 142.3431°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation43.6 inches (1,108 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.5 inches (39 cm)

About Bifuka

Bifuka is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 4,112. The city sits at an elevation of 253 feet (77 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Bifuka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. The area receives 15.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 253 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below Japan avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Geography

Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Area259.5 sq mi (672.1 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates44.4753°N, 142.3431°E
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.6"
15% above Japan avg
Snowfall 15.5"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.55"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

250 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.9 on Feb 7, 2025.

Jan 11, 2016 74 km NW of Rumoi, Japan M6.2 100 km
Oct 21, 2011 16 km NE of Asahikawa, Japan M6.1 66 km
Jun 16, 1992 50 km NE of Makubetsu, Japan M6.0 137 km
Feb 19, 2003 26 km NNE of Rumoi, Japan M5.9 57 km
Feb 9, 1993 38 km NNE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.6 141 km
May 23, 1995 Hokkaido, Japan region M5.6 103 km
Jan 22, 2013 77 km SSW of Rishiri Town, Japan M5.4 110 km
Jun 20, 2021 29 km NE of Shimo-furano, Japan M5.3 104 km
Aug 15, 1990 43 km ESE of Kamikawa, Japan M5.3 110 km
Jan 24, 1993 51 km NNE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.3 144 km
Nov 10, 1990 23 km W of Nayoro, Japan M5.1 19 km
May 21, 2013 83 km ESE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.1 83 km
Aug 10, 2022 51 km SSE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.1 56 km
Aug 13, 2013 35 km WSW of Kitami, Japan M5.1 123 km
Feb 21, 1990 27 km SSW of Nayoro, Japan M5.1 37 km
Jul 5, 2024 10 km WNW of Nayoro, Japan M5.1 12 km
Oct 4, 1994 29 km E of Makubetsu, Japan M5.0 106 km
Jul 20, 1993 33 km W of Nayoro, Japan M5.0 30 km
Nov 21, 2009 55 km NE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.0 134 km
Sep 22, 1999 69 km ENE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.0 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

3 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 - 131 km
1956 NE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake 0.4 m - 141 km
1863 NW. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake - - 68 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taisetsuzan (99 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Taisetsuzan Stratovolcano(es) 2,291 m (7,516 ft) 1739 99 km
Tokachidake Stratovolcano(es) 2,077 m (6,814 ft) 2004 121 km
Maruyama Stratovolcano(es) 2,013 m (6,604 ft) 1898 130 km
Akan Caldera 1,499 m (4,918 ft) 2008 181 km
Kussharo Caldera 574 m (1,883 ft) 1320 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.3 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in
May 49°F (10°C) 2.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.9 in
August 67°F (20°C) 5.6 in Warmest, Wettest
September 59°F (15°C) 5.6 in
October 47°F (8°C) 5.0 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.5 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 3.7 in

Bifuka has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 16°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.6") and February the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Bifuka

6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立智恵文小学校 - - - -
町立美深小学校 - - - -
北海道美深高等学校 - - - -
北海道美深高等学校養護学校 - - - -
町立美深中学校 - - - -
市立智恵文中学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Bifuka

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Bifuka

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
名寄市北国博物館

Hotels in Bifuka

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

しらかば荘
びふか温泉

Restaurants in Bifuka

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

レストハウスあうる
久の家食堂
東家

Cafes in Bifuka

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SUZUKI PUMPKIN

Train Stations in Bifuka

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bifuka
Chiebun
Chihoku

Gas Stations in Bifuka

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cosmo
ENEOS
ホクレンSS

Banks in Bifuka

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

North Pacific Bank
北星信用金庫

Ski Resorts Near Bifuka

18 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
PIYASHIRI NAYORO SNOW PARK 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Toyotomi Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Higashigaoka Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Nakatonbestucho Eikotobuki 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mikasayama Esashi 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Teshio Chomin Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Otoineppu Otoifuji 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bifuka Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Nayoro Piyashiri 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ashimoi Kanko Takaho Ski Area 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 - - -
Pippu Ski Slopes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Touma Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Bifuka

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield-Small Airport
JGSDF Camp Nayoro Airfield and Heliport-Small Airport
Sarobetsu Flight Club Airfield-Small Airport
Toma Skypark Gliderport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Bifuka

5 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Chiebun Post Office
Japan Post
Japan Post
Japan Post
母子里簡易郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bifuka

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
キリスト教聖協団美深教会
乗舩寺
五社神宮
八幡神社
天理教名美分教会
妙賢寺
尊光寺
日本キリスト教会美深教会
美深神社
開原寺
静円寺

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Waterfalls
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Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Waterfalls Near Bifuka

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Bifuka.

Name Description
二重滝

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

🇯🇵 About Japan

Capital Tokyo
Population 126,529,100
Area 377,835 km²
GDP (USD) $4,213,167,237,906
GDP per capita $33,836
HDI 0.925
Life expectancy 84.0 years
Internet users 87.0%
Urban population 92.1%
Currency JPY (Yen)
Languages Japanese
Calling code +81
TLD .jp
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Japan

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day 元日
Jan 12 Coming of Age Day 成人の日
Feb 11 Foundation Day 建国記念の日
Feb 23 The Emperor's Birthday 天皇誕生日
Mar 20 Vernal Equinox Day 春分の日
Apr 29 Shōwa Day 昭和の日
May 4 Greenery Day みどりの日
May 5 Children's Day こどもの日
May 6 Constitution Memorial Day 憲法記念日
Jul 20 Marine Day 海の日
Aug 11 Mountain Day 山の日
Sep 21 Respect for the Aged Day 敬老の日
Sep 23 Autumnal Equinox Day 秋分の日
Oct 12 Sports Day スポーツの日
Nov 3 Culture Day 文化の日
Nov 23 Labour Thanksgiving Day 勤労感謝の日

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bifuka

What is the population of Bifuka?

Bifuka has a population of 4,112 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 259.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bifuka?

Bifuka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 43.6 inches, with 15.5 inches of snow.

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