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Chikuma, Japan

Nagano · Japan

Chikuma is a mid-size city in Nagano, Japan with a population of 59,381. Elevation: 1,273 ft (388 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
59,381 Population 1,116/sq mi density
1,273 ft Elevation 388 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
45.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$30,100 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$30,100 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,000 home value, $380/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population59,381
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density1,116/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,100
Unemployment2.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,000
Rent$380
Housing Units23,752

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation1,273 ft (388 m)
Population59,381
Population Density1,116 / sq mi
Elevation1,273 ft (388 m)
Coordinates36.5272°, 138.0894°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNagano
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation45.2 inches (1,149 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.9 inches (17 cm)
Median Household Income$30,100
Median Age50.0 years

About Chikuma

Chikuma is a mid-size city in Japan (Nagano) with a population of 59,381. The city sits at an elevation of 1,273 feet (388 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Chikuma has a population of 59,381 with a density of 1,116 people per square mile, spread across 53.2 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

59,381
Total Population
1,116
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
53.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Chikuma vs Japan Average

The median household income in Chikuma is $30,100, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,900 business establishments.

Income: Chikuma vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,100
60% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)1,900

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Chikuma is $76,000, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $380 (67% below the national average of $1,163). There are 23,752 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,000
73% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$380
67% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units23,752

Property Tax

Climate in Chikuma

Chikuma has an average annual temperature of 12.8°C (55°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.2°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 967 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F -3.9° / 3.9° 49.9
Feb 0.7°C / 33°F -3.8° / 5.2° 53.3
Mar 4.8°C / 41°F -0.4° / 10.1° 60.1
Apr 10.8°C / 51°F 4.6° / 17° 62.6
May 16.9°C / 62°F 10.6° / 23.2° 73.3
Jun 21.1°C / 70°F 16.1° / 26.1° 105.3
Jul 24.8°C / 77°F 20.4° / 29.2° 147.1
Aug 26.2°C / 79°F 21.5° / 31° 107.1
Sep 21.6°C / 71°F 17.1° / 26.1° 118.9
Oct 15.1°C / 59°F 10.4° / 19.8° 97.0
Nov 8.4°C / 47°F 3.3° / 13.4° 41.5
Dec 2.8°C / 37°F -1.3° / 7° 50.8
Chikuma experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. The area receives 6.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,273 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below Japan avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,273 ft (388 m)
Area53.2 sq mi (137.8 km²)
Population Density1,116/sq mi
Coordinates36.5272°N, 138.0894°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.2"
19% above Japan avg
Snowfall 6.9"
Wettest Month (Sep) 6.18"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

732 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 23, 2025.

Jan 1, 2024 2024 Noto Peninsula, Japan Earthquake M7.5 129 km
Feb 7, 1993 69 km NNE of Nanao, Japan M6.6 144 km
Jul 16, 2007 20 km NNW of Kashiwazaki, Japan M6.6 117 km
Mar 11, 2011 13 km E of Arai, Japan M6.2 60 km
May 5, 2023 49 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M6.2 133 km
Jan 1, 2024 8 km SW of Anamizu, Japan M6.2 134 km
Mar 15, 2011 6 km NNW of Fujinomiya, Japan M6.0 146 km
Jan 1, 2024 42 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.8 131 km
Feb 25, 2013 29 km NE of Numata, Japan M5.8 109 km
Apr 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Tanuma, Japan M5.8 141 km
Jun 2, 2024 40 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.7 126 km
Mar 11, 2011 eastern Honshu, Japan M5.7 50 km
Jul 16, 2007 16 km NNW of Kashiwazaki, Japan M5.7 114 km
May 5, 2023 43 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 129 km
Mar 6, 1996 13 km NNE of Gotenba, Japan M5.6 146 km
Jan 1, 2024 7 km N of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 137 km
Jan 1, 2024 54 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 126 km
Mar 15, 2012 3 km ENE of ?me, Japan M5.5 134 km
Jan 1, 2024 56 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.5 127 km
Apr 11, 2011 8 km WSW of Iiyama, Japan M5.5 36 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

29 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Faxai (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Faxai Category 3 199 km
2019 Hagibis Category 1 157 km
2018 Jebi Category 2 158 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 243 km
2016 Mindulle Category 1 279 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 183 km
2011 Roke Category 2 122 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 144 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 203 km
2004 Ma-on Category 3 184 km
2004 Chaba Category 1 205 km
2003 Etau Category 1 199 km
2002 Higos Category 2 177 km
2001 Danas Category 1 182 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 272 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 56 km
1998 Zeb Category 1 214 km
1998 Stella Category 1 149 km
1996 Kirk Category 1 163 km
1995 Ryan Category 1 281 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

13 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.3 m (37 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2024 HONSHU: W COAST Eruption + Earthquake 11.3 m 549 129 km
1993 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.5 m - 144 km
1987 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.2 m - 104 km
2023 NOTO PENINSULA, JAPAN Earthquake 0.1 m 1 132 km
2007 HONSHU: W COAST Earthquake - 15 121 km
1892 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake - 1 126 km
1802 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake - 19 132 km
1799 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake - - 133 km
1751 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake - 2,100 75 km
1614 NIIGATA PREFECTURE Earthquake - - 109 km
1448 SADO, JAPAN Earthquake - - 109 km
887 NIIGATA Earthquake - 2,000 108 km
863 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake - - 64 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kusatsu-Shiranesan (40 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 40 km
Myokosan Stratovolcano 2,454 m (8,051 ft) -750 41 km
Asamayama Complex 2,568 m (8,425 ft) 2019 41 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 42 km
Niigata-Yakeyama Lava dome 2,400 m (7,874 ft) 1998 44 km
Midagahara Stratovolcano 2,621 m (8,599 ft) 1839 45 km
Washiba-Kumonotaira Shield(s) 2,924 m (9,593 ft) Unknown 46 km
Yokodake Stratovolcano(es) 2,480 m (8,136 ft) 1200 53 km
Yakedake Stratovolcano(es) 2,455 m (8,054 ft) 1995 56 km
Norikuradake Stratovolcano(es) 3,026 m (9,928 ft) -50 67 km
Harunasan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) 550 68 km
Ontakesan Complex 3,067 m (10,062 ft) 2014 89 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 99 km
Hiuchigatake Stratovolcano 2,356 m (7,730 ft) 1544 117 km
Nikko-Shiranesan Shield 2,578 m (8,458 ft) 1952 119 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.4 in
March 37°F (3°C) 3.0 in
April 49°F (10°C) 3.1 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.6 in
June 66°F (19°C) 5.7 in
July 73°F (23°C) 5.9 in
August 75°F (24°C) 4.3 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 6.2 in Wettest
October 55°F (13°C) 4.0 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in
December 35°F (2°C) 2.0 in Driest

Chikuma has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 29°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.2") and December the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Chikuma

24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
篠ノ井西中学校 - - - -
稲荷山養護学校 - - - -
埴生小学校 - - - -
更級小学校 - - - -
塩崎小学校 - - - -
信里小学校 - - - -
清野小学校 - - - -
更埴西中学校 - - - -
埴生中学校 - - - -
信更中学校 - - - -
篠ノ井西小学校 - - - -
篠ノ井東中学校 - - - -
市立治田小学校 - - - -
俊英高等学校 - - - -
通明小学校 - - - -
長野県更級農業高等学校 - - - -
長野県屋代高等学校・附属中学校 - - - -
千曲市立 屋代中学校 - - - -
千曲市立東小学校 - - - -
Yashiro Minami Highschool - - - -
Yashiro Primary School - - - -
篠ノ井高等学校 - - - -
信更小学校 - - - -
市立五加小学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Chikuma

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Chikuma

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Azumino Municipal Museum of Modern Art, TOYOSHINA
Hokusai Museum
Iizuna Apple Museum
Japan History Museum
Nagano Prefectural Art Museum
Nishimaru Shinya Memorial Hall
Rokuzan art museum
Sanada residence
Takahashi Setsuro Art Museum of Azumino
The Obuse Museum & The Nakajima Chinami Gallery
Togakushi Ninja Museum
Ueda Municipal Museum
さらしなの里歴史資料館
ひとミュージアム 上野誠版画館
ふる里漫画館
ふれあい館まゆぐら
上田市立信濃国分寺資料館
世界の民俗人形博物館
丸子郷土博物館
伴月楼記念館
信州新町化石博物館
信州新町美術館
信濃松川美術館
北アルプス展望美術館
北野カルチュラルセンター
北野美術館
千曲市アートまちかど
千曲市稲荷山宿・蔵し館
坂城町文化財センター
坂木宿 ふるさと歴史館
大室古墳館
大本営海軍部壕資料館
大町山岳博物館
安曇野ちひろ美術館
小川村郷土歴史館 ふるさとらんど小川
小布施町立歴史民俗資料館
御船会館
戸隠そば博物館 とんくるりん
戸隠地質化石博物館
日本赤十字歴史資料館
旧格致学校校舎 歴史民俗資料館
有島生馬記念館
東山魁夷館
森将軍塚古墳館
武水別神社神官 松田邸
水野美術館
池波正太郎真田太平記館
海野記念絵画館
無言館
田淵行男記念館
真田氏歴史館
穂高人形研修館
笠鉾会館ドリームホール
筑北村歴史民俗資料館
筑北村考古資料館
藤本蚕業歴史館
豊野資料収蔵室
象山記念館
豪商の館・田中本家博物館
鉄の展示館
長野市少年科学センター
長野市水道資料館
長野市立博物館
長野県立歴史館
青木村五島慶太未来創造館
青木村民俗資料館
須坂クラッシック美術館美術館
須坂市ふれあい館しらふじ
須坂市立博物館
須坂版画美術館・平塚運一版画美術館
高井鴻山記念館

Libraries in Chikuma

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
L棟(図書館)0.0
Nagano Prefectural Library0.0
Ueda Jyoho Library0.0
上田図書館0.0
上田市立真田図書館0.0
丸子図書館0.0
信州大学上田キャンパス図書館0.0
千曲市立更埴図書館0.0
坂城町図書館0.0
小布施町図書館まちとしょテラソ0.0
市立須坂図書館0.0
東御市立図書館0.0
松川村図書館0.0
池田町図書館0.0
白馬村図書館0.0
筑北村図書館0.0
豊科図書館0.0
長野市立南部図書館0.0
長野市立南部図書館0.0
長野市立長野図書館0.0
青木村図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Chikuma

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
(株)戸倉中央青果市場
さかき地場産直売所 あいさい
産直市場 ヤマサン

Hotels in Chikuma

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Olympia Nagano
うづらや
フィオナリラクレア
ホテルルートインコート篠ノ井

Restaurants in Chikuma

47 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anjin
Denny's
Gusto
Gyuhei
Ichiban
Isshotei
Kitakata Ramen
Marugame Seimen
Oogiya Ramen
Pekochan Shokudo
SAINO千曲店
SOBAxCAFE EN
Tsukasa zushi
アトリエ・ド・倉科
さらしなの里展望館
さらしな茶房
つけば 吉池小屋
ドライブインふるさと
とんかつ せん
みや田
やまぶき食堂
ラ・フォレ
ラーメン大学 更埴店
らあめん こいど
ラッキー食堂まとや
ラフィーネ
三夢 更埴店
中華そば 正田食堂
佐渡鮨
信州蕎麦 わきゅう
信州蕎麦 誉
大寿司
定食トヨダ
幸味亭
庄や
松代PA(上り)軽食フードコート
森のレストランしゃべりば
正田食堂
永楽
牛角
牡丹荘
王龍
福助
金金
長城
食堂まつわか
鴻月

Cafes in Chikuma

8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe*Bar Love&Liberty
Starbucks
カフェちょこっと
グーギーズカフェ
ジャズ喫茶 風雅
ほおずき
猫目月夜亭
珈琲哲學

Castles in Chikuma

4 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

中院林城跡
小坂城跡
屋代城跡
竜王城跡

Zoos in Chikuma

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chausuyama Zoo

Clinics in Chikuma

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JP #559156260
JP #559156262
稲荷山医療福祉センター

Dentists in Chikuma

7 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

あんず歯科クリニック
しおいり歯科医院
たけい歯科クリニック
柳沢歯科医院
榑沼歯科医院
竹内歯科医院
青木歯科医院

Veterinaries in Chikuma

3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

さとう動物病院
サニー動物病院
稲荷山どうぶつ病院

Train Stations in Chikuma

7 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chikuma
Inariyama
Obasute
Shinonoi
Yashiro
Yashiro Koko Mae
茶臼山モノレール 動物園北口駅

Gas Stations in Chikuma

13 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
Idemitsu
JAながの ちくま西部セルフSS
JP #229952392
JP #491472449
JP #491903114
JP #9928967086
カーベル 千曲店

Banks in Chikuma

7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hachijuni Bank
Hachijuni Bank
Nagano Shinkin Bank
長野信用金庫
長野県信用組合 更埴支店
長野県労働金庫 更埴支店
長野銀行 屋代支店

Gyms in Chikuma

5 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

NST千曲スタジオ
VITAS
カーブス千曲
シーバス・スポーツクラブ篠ノ井
トラディサポート

Golf Courses in Chikuma

7 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ウィーゴカントリー倶楽部
ゲートボール場
さらしなの里マレットパーク
千曲高原カントリークラブ
川中嶋カントリークラブ
茶臼山マレットゴルフ場
雨宮緑地マレットゴルフ場

Breweries in Chikuma

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
オラホビール
天法酒造

Stadiums & Teams in Chikuma

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Chikuma

102 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Fujimi Panorama Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fujimi Kougen Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mia Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chateraise Ski Valley Nobeyama 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kisofukushima Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sun Meadows Kiyosato Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Yabuhara Kogen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shinshu-Matsumoto Nomugitoge Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chateraise Ski Valley Koumi 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Yachiho Kōgen Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tateshina Tokyu Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pilatus Tateshina Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shirakaba 2 in 1 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Family Gelände Kirigamine Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shirakabako Royal Hill 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kurumayama Kogen SKYPARK 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Blue Resort Norikura 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Asahi Prime Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Echo Valley 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shirakaba Kogen Kokusai Ski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Blanche Takayama 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hida Takayama Municipal Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Honokidaira Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hirayu Onsen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Saku Ski Garden Parada 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Prince Hotels and Resorts Karuizawa 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Takamine Mountain Park Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Karuizawa Snow Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kazawa Snow Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hijiri Kogen Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sugadairakogen Pine Beak Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sugadaira Taro Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sugadaira Kogen Davos Hill Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Palcall Tsumagoi Resort Ski & Hotel 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Minenohara Kogen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Jiigatake Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tateyama Sanroku Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Awasuno Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kashimayari Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hakuba Sanosaka Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Manza Onsen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hakuba Goryu 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Shibutoge Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hakuba 47 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hakuba Valley 0.0 - - $0 - - -
YAMABOKU Wild Snow Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Yokoteyama Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Kumanoyu Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hakuba Happo One 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Hasuike Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Sun Valley Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Maruike Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Giant Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Hoppo Bunadaira Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hakuba Iwatake 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Higashidateyama Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Nishidateyama Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Terakoya Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Takamagahara Mammoth Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Tannenomori Okojo Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Ichinose Family Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Ichinose Diamond Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
IIZUNA HIGASHI KOGEN RESORT 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Ichinose Yamanokami Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Togakushi Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Yakebitaiyama Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tsugaike Kogen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shiga Kogen Okushiga Kogen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hakuba Cortina 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ryuoo Ski Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Yomase Onsen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kitashiga Komaruyama Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Naeba Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
X-JAM Takaifuji 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Makinoiri Kogen Snow Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kijimadaira Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kurohime Kogen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Madarao Kogen Mountain Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tashiro Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tangram Madarao Ski Circus 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kagura Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kagura Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ikenotaira Onsen ALPEN BLICK Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Akakura Kanko Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mitsumata Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Akakura Onsen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Seki Onsen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kyukamura Myoko 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Nozawa Onsen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Itoigawa Seaside Valley Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Togari Onsen Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gala Yuzawa Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
New Greenpia Tsunan 0.0 - - $0 - - -
ARAI SNOW RESORT 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Charmant Hiuchi Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sakae Club Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Nakasato Kiyotsu 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Cupid Valley Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kanayasan Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Chikuma

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shinshu-Matsumoto AirportMMJMedium Airport
Kirigamine Gliderport-Small Airport
Nagano City Gliderport-Small Airport
Nishigawara Airfield-Small Airport
Ogurayama Paraglider Launch-Small Airport
Tanaka Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Chikuma

12 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Amenomiya Post Office
Chikuma Post Office
Kuiseke Kani post office
ヤマト運輸 千曲営業所
五加郵便局
倉科簡易郵便局
八幡郵便局
寂蒔簡易郵便局
屋代駅前郵便局
更級郵便局
森郵便局
稲荷山郵便局

Treatment Centers in Chikuma

13 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
まつした胃腸内科外科クリニック
むくろじ小児科
北原メンタルクリニック
吉澤産婦人科医院
大門東クリニック
安藤整形外科
小林脳神経外科病院
朝日リハビリテーションセンター
東口メンタルクリニック
板倉内科・糖尿病クリニック
林リウマチ整形外科クリニック
裕生会丸山産婦人科医院
長野県立総合リハビリテーションセンター

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chikuma

103 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Amenomiyanimasuhiyoshi Shrine
Karaneko Shrine
Takagawara Shrine
Tenriism
三島神社
不動堂
中村神社
伊勢社
倉科神社
元船山神社
勝德寺
北野天満宮
十二神社
千曲神社
古大穴神社
可毛羽神社
地蔵堂
地蔵堂
埴科大宮神社
埴科縣神社
大宮神社
大瀧宮
大雲寺
天満宮
天皇子神社
太子殿
姨捨孝子観音
姨捨山 長楽寺
実境寺
小船山神社
屋代寺
岡地天満宮
布制神社
平和神社
御嶽神社
徳応院
徳応院地蔵堂
徳応院観音堂
志川神社
打澤神社
招魂殿
招魂社
斉の森神社
日輪堂
明徳寺
本覚寺
東山神社
松代妻女山招魂社
林正寺
極楽寺
正念寺
永代寺
永昌寺
治田神社
治田神社 上の宮
法華寺
法輪寺
浄光庵
清浄院
清涼院
満照寺
猿田彦神社
生蓮寺
田原神社
瘡守稲荷神社
矢代神社
稲神社
穴守稲荷神社
笹焼神社
粟狹神社
耳聾薬師堂
興正寺
船山神社
荷利社
蓮華寺
薬師堂
薬師堂
薬師堂
薬師寺
観音堂
観音堂
観音寺
諏訪神社
道祖神社
金刀比羅神社
金比羅神社
長栄寺
長楽寺 本堂
長泉寺
長福寺
長谷寺
長雲寺
開眼寺
青松寺
青池諏訪神社
須々岐水神社
須坂神社
飯綱神社
飯縄稲荷神社
髙園寺
黒彦神社
鼻顔稲荷神社
龍洞院

Explore Near Chikuma

Waterfalls
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

Things to See Near Chikuma

1 places within 15 km

🏛️ Ruins (1)
  • • Abandoned hotel

🇯🇵 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 Chikuma

What is the population of Chikuma?

Chikuma has a population of 59,381 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 1,116 people per square mile, spread across 53.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Chikuma expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,100, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $76,000 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $380 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Chikuma?

Chikuma has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.2 inches, with 6.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Chikuma?

The job market in Chikuma is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,900 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chikuma?

The median home value in Chikuma is $76,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $380.

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