Date, Japan

Hokkaido · Japan

Date is a mid-size city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 33,404. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

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

33,404 Population 195/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
51.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone

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People

Population33,404
Density195/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population33,404
Population Density195 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates42.4681°, 140.8681°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation51.0 inches (1,296 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.6 inches (32 cm)

About Date

Date is a mid-size city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 33,404. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Climate in Date

Date has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1193 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / 0.7° 49.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / 0.6° 48.9
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / 5.2° 51.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / 10.7° 66.0
May 0°C / 32°F - / 15.6° 109.1
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / 17.9° 116.6
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / 21.9° 168.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / 23.9° 171.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / 21.9° 132.6
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / 15.8° 108.9
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / 9° 96.6
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / 3.1° 74.2
Date has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below Japan avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area171.5 sq mi (444.2 km²)
Population Density195/sq mi
Coordinates42.4681°N, 140.8681°E
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.0"
34% above Japan avg
Snowfall 12.6"
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.76"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

892 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.7. Most recent: M5.1 on Aug 18, 2025.

Jul 12, 1993 107 km W of Iwanai, Japan M7.7 143 km
Aug 7, 1993 69 km WNW of Kamiiso, Japan M6.5 100 km
Nov 26, 1991 33 km SSE of Shizunai-furukawach?, Japan M6.4 144 km
Aug 24, 1992 9 km NNW of Honch?, Japan M6.2 57 km
Jul 12, 1992 70 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan M6.2 148 km
Jun 11, 2023 20 km WSW of Biratori, Japan M6.2 85 km
Jun 8, 2015 74 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan M6.1 139 km
Jul 12, 1993 101 km W of Iwanai, Japan M6.0 135 km
May 5, 2023 68 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan M5.9 141 km
Sep 13, 2010 68 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan M5.8 142 km
Jan 30, 1998 70 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan M5.8 147 km
Apr 29, 2008 70 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan M5.8 148 km
Mar 7, 2017 62 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan M5.7 136 km
Apr 3, 2002 60 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan M5.7 131 km
Jul 12, 1993 125 km WNW of Kamiiso, Japan M5.6 146 km
Jan 11, 1995 45 km SSE of Shizunai-furukawach?, Japan M5.6 146 km
May 23, 1995 Hokkaido, Japan region M5.6 150 km
Jul 8, 2014 13 km N of Shiraoi, Japan M5.5 45 km
Feb 28, 2009 37 km NW of Shizunai-furukawach?, Japan M5.5 103 km
Feb 14, 2002 70 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan M5.5 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Higos (2002).

Year Name Category Closest
2002 Higos Category 1 223 km
1998 Vicki Category 1 269 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 32.0 m (105 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1993 SEA OF JAPAN Earthquake 32.0 m 231 143 km
1640 SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Explosion 8.0 m 700 47 km
1947 W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m - 149 km
1982 HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake 1.3 m 110 128 km
1993 JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m - 100 km
1834 W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake - - 102 km
1792 W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake - - 117 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toya (9 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toya Stratovolcano 733 m (2,405 ft) 2001 9 km
Kuttara Stratovolcano(es) 549 m (1,801 ft) 1820 24 km
Yoteizan Stratovolcano 1,888 m (6,194 ft) -1050 40 km
Hokkaido-Komagatake Stratovolcano 1,131 m (3,711 ft) 2000 48 km
Niseko Stratovolcano(es) 1,308 m (4,291 ft) -4900 48 km
Shikotsu Caldera 1,320 m (4,331 ft) 1979 49 km
Esan Lava dome(s) 618 m (2,028 ft) 1874 78 km
Osorezan Stratovolcano 878 m (2,881 ft) 1787 134 km
Oshima-Oshima Stratovolcano 732 m (2,402 ft) 1790 164 km
Tokachidake Stratovolcano(es) 2,077 m (6,814 ft) 2004 182 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 24°F (-5°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 2.8 in
April 40°F (5°C) 3.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in
July 64°F (18°C) 5.4 in
August 68°F (20°C) 7.1 in Warmest, Wettest
September 61°F (16°C) 6.5 in
October 51°F (10°C) 4.5 in
November 39°F (4°C) 4.3 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 3.6 in

Date has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 23°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.1") and February the driest (2.8").

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Schools in Date

10 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
星の丘小学校 - - - -
星の丘中学校 - - - -
北海道伊達高等養護学校 - - - -
光陵中学校 - - - -
Sekinai Elementary School - - - -
伊達小学校 - - - -
伊達中学校 - - - -
東小学校 - - - -
Date Kaiki High School - - - -
伊達西小学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Date

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Date

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Hokkaido Toyako Summit Memorial Museum
Lake Toya Visitor Center
Toyako Forest Museum
Toyo takarada experience house
Volcano Science Museum
だて歴史文化ミュージアム
三松正夫記念館
伊達市アートビレッジ文化館
壮瞥郷土資料館
室蘭市民美術館
室蘭市白鳥大橋記念館
室蘭市青少年科学館
室蘭市青少年科学館 プラネタリム
宮尾登美子記念アートホール
旧・港の文学館
旧大滝小学校・旧優徳小学校・旧北湯沢小学校 資料館
港の文学館

Libraries in Date

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
伊達市立図書館0.0
伊達市立図書館0.0
壮瞥町図書分室0.0
室蘭工業大学附属図書館0.0
室蘭市図書館0.0
室蘭市立図書館 白鳥台分室0.0
市立室蘭図書館本輪西分室0.0

Farmers Markets in Date

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Japan Food Agriculture Food Market
中央市場
室蘭市公設地方卸売市場
追直卸売場

Hotels in Date

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel DATTEL
伊達温泉
伊達温泉

Restaurants in Date

11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aji no tokeidai
Bikkuri Donkey
Dining café utsumi
そば順 伊達本店
ちゃーしゅー工房
ラーメン山岡家
伊達和さび
伊達食育レストランEスプーン
本家麺蔵
洋麺茶屋牧家
蕎麦屋 大徳

Cafes in Date

11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Doutor Coffee Shop
Nasurin Cafe
カラオケ喫茶・とんぼ
ミルク
やどり木喫茶
リード
ルビー
ろっきー
珈琲舎 北こがね
花梨
食工房チロル

Clinics in Date

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JP #875997740
いぶり腎泌尿器科クリニック

Dentists in Date

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JP #3104863353

Train Stations in Date

5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Date-Mombetsu
Kita-Funaoka
Kogane
Mareppu
Nagawa

Gas Stations in Date

9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
Eneos
IDEMITSU
JP #1435928084
JP #3104845591
Showa Shell Sekiyu
Showa-shell

Banks in Date

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hokkaido Bank
North Pacific Bank
伊達信用金庫
伊達市農協
室蘭信用金庫

Breweries in Date

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Lake Toya Beer

Stadiums & Teams in Date

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Date

29 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Niseko United 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Snowcruse ONZE 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Asarigawa Onsen Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Consadole Niki Ski Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sapporo Teine 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sapporo Kokusai Skiing Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kiroro Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sapporo Bankei Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sapporo Moiwayama 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Classe Snow Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fu's snow area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Iwanai Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Dynasty Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Asahigaoka Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chisennupri 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Assabu Chomin (Taikoyama) Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Eniwa City Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Suttsu Town Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rusutsu Resort Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Funamidai Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Orofure Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sanlaiva 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pirika Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Muroran-shi Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Yakumo Choei Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Greenpia Onuma 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hakodate Nanae Snowpark 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Niyama Kogen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Date

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hakodate AirportHKDLarge Airport
Sapporo Okadama AirportOKDMedium Airport
JASDF Yakumo Airbase-Small Airport
JGSDF Camp Horobetsu Airfield-Small Airport
Otaki Airfield-Small Airport
Shikabe Airfield-Small Airport
Shiraoi Gliderport-Small Airport
Yoichi Agricultural Airfield / Appleport Yoichi-Small Airport

Post Offices in Date

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
伊達駅前郵便局
末永郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Date

16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
エホバの証人の王国会館
エホバの証人の王国会館
不動寺
伊達神社
伊達福音教会
伊達福音教会
出羽三山北海道御分社
出羽三山北海道御分社
創価学会
大雄寺
崇教真光
日本キリスト教会伊達教会
法弘寺
法弘寺
皆遵寺
紋鼈寺

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Waterfalls Near Date

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

Name Description
三段の滝

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 Date

What is the population of Date?

Date has a population of 33,404 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 195 people per square mile, spread across 171.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Date?

Date has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 51.0 inches, with 12.6 inches of snow.

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