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Biratori, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Biratori is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 5,305. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
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People
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| Population | 5,305 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.5833°, 142.1333° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.0 inches (1,118 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.4 inches (21 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Biratori
Biratori is a small city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 5,305. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Biratori vs Japan Average
Income: Biratori 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) | 170 |
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 | 2,122 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.2°F |
| 18% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 548.1 sq mi (1,419.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5833°N, 142.1333°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.0 m (26 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1640 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Explosion | 8.0 m | 700 | 132 km |
| 1952 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 6.5 m | 33 | 149 km |
| 1982 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 110 | 51 km |
| 1968 | OFF COAST OF HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 129 km |
| 1834 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 100 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Shikotsu (63 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 63 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 80 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 103 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 106 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 111 km |
| Esan | Lava dome(s) | 618 m (2,028 ft) | 1874 | 118 km |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 118 km |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 125 km |
| Hokkaido-Komagatake | Stratovolcano | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) | 2000 | 133 km |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 134 km |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 168 km |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 177 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 5.2 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in |
Biratori has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 22°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.0") and February the driest (1.7").
Schools in Biratori
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biratori Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Biratori Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Biratori High School | — | — | — | — |
| Biratori Special Needs Education | — | — | — | — |
| Nibutani Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Shiunkotsu Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Biratori
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Biratori
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Re•cord museum | ||||
| アイヌ文化博物館 | ||||
| アイヌ資料館 | ||||
| 優駿メモリアルパーク 優駿記念館 | ||||
| 新ひだか町博物館 | ||||
| 沙流川歴史館 |
Libraries in Biratori
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 二風谷子ども図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 図書プラザ | 0.0 | |||||
| 平取町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新ひだか町図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Biratori
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 丸静 魚菜卸売市場 |
Hotels in Biratori
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Biratori
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Biratori
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Biratori
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Biratori
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Biratori
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Biratori
16 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chitose Shimin Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Eniwa City Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hidaka Kokusai | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Anpeizan ski resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Dynasty Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Classe Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mount Racey | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nipo Town | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tomamu Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shintokuyama | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Minami Furano | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Haginoyama Shimin Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Greenland White Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sahoro | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Katsurazawa Kokusetsu Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ishikariheigen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Biratori
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| New Chitose Airport | CTS | Large Airport |
| JASDF Chitose Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Atsuma Sky Park | — | Small Airport |
| Hokkaido University Yubari River Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Niikappu Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Shinshinotsu Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Shintoku Agricultural Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Biratori
8 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Biratori Post office | |
| Japan Post | |
| Nioi Post office | |
| Niwan Post office | |
| Nukibetsu Post office | |
| 平取二風谷簡易郵便局 | |
| 庫富簡易郵便局 | |
| 豊郷簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Biratori
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 仁和神社 | |
| 光生寺 | |
| 八幡神社 | |
| 去場相馬神社 | |
| 広富金刀比羅神社 | |
| 庫富神社 | |
| 浄覚寺 | |
| 豊郷神社 |
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Public Holidays in Japan
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Biratori
What is the population of Biratori?
Biratori has a population of 5,305 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 548.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Biratori 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 Biratori?
Biratori has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.0 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Biratori?
Biratori has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 170 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Biratori?
The median home value in Biratori is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.