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Dorosaki, Japan

Nagano · Japan

Dorosaki is a small town in Nagano, Japan with a population of 2,647. Elevation: 1,877 ft (572 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
2,647 Population 36/sq mi density
1,877 ft Elevation 572 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
57.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$30,100 Median Income
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Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$30,100 median income, 2.1% unemployment
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Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,000 home value, $380/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population2,647
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density36/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,100
Unemployment2.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,000
Rent$380
Housing Units1,059

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain57.9 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation1,877 ft (572 m)
Population2,647
Population Density36 / sq mi
Elevation1,877 ft (572 m)
Coordinates36.7696°, 137.9036°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNagano
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation57.9 inches (1,471 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.7 inches (32 cm)
Median Household Income$30,100
Median Age50.0 years

About Dorosaki

Dorosaki is a small town in Japan (Nagano) with a population of 2,647. The city sits at an elevation of 1,877 feet (572 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Dorosaki has a population of 2,647 with a density of 36 people per square mile, spread across 73.1 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,647
Total Population
36
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
73.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Dorosaki vs Japan Average

The median household income in Dorosaki 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 85 business establishments.

Income: Dorosaki vs Japan

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)85

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Dorosaki 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 1,059 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 Units1,059

Property Tax

Climate in Dorosaki

Dorosaki 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
Dorosaki experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,877 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below Japan avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,877 ft (572 m)
Area73.1 sq mi (189.4 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates36.7696°N, 137.9036°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.9"
52% above Japan avg
Snowfall 12.7"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.80"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.95"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

671 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 98 km
Mar 25, 2007 46 km NW of Nanao, Japan M6.7 133 km
Feb 7, 1993 69 km NNE of Nanao, Japan M6.6 112 km
Jul 16, 2007 20 km NNW of Kashiwazaki, Japan M6.6 98 km
May 5, 2023 49 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M6.2 102 km
Mar 11, 2011 13 km E of Arai, Japan M6.2 50 km
Jan 1, 2024 8 km SW of Anamizu, Japan M6.2 106 km
Jan 9, 2024 53 km WSW of Sado, Japan M5.9 122 km
Jan 1, 2024 42 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.8 99 km
Feb 25, 2013 29 km NE of Numata, Japan M5.8 120 km
Jun 2, 2024 40 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.7 94 km
Jul 16, 2007 16 km NNW of Kashiwazaki, Japan M5.7 96 km
Mar 11, 2011 eastern Honshu, Japan M5.7 40 km
Jan 1, 2024 54 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 94 km
May 5, 2023 43 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 97 km
Jan 1, 2024 7 km N of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 108 km
Jan 1, 2024 56 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.5 95 km
Apr 11, 2011 8 km WSW of Iiyama, Japan M5.5 34 km
Aug 15, 1998 22 km WSW of Hotaka, Japan M5.5 60 km
May 17, 1990 7 km W of Nanao, Japan M5.4 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Faxai Category 3 228 km
2019 Hagibis Category 1 187 km
2018 Jebi Category 2 130 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 263 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 213 km
2011 Roke Category 1 151 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 175 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 235 km
2004 Ma-on Category 3 214 km
2004 Songda Category 1 278 km
2004 Chaba Category 1 179 km
2003 Etau Category 1 201 km
2002 Higos Category 2 203 km
2001 Danas Category 1 209 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 300 km
1999 Bart Category 1 300 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 37 km
1998 Zeb Category 1 199 km
1998 Stella Category 1 173 km
1996 Kirk Category 1 139 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

14 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 98 km
1993 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.5 m 112 km
1987 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.2 m 75 km
2023 NOTO PENINSULA, JAPAN Earthquake 0.1 m 1 101 km
2007 HONSHU: W COAST Earthquake 0.1 m 1 133 km
2007 HONSHU: W COAST Earthquake 15 103 km
1892 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1 101 km
1802 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 19 109 km
1799 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 118 km
1751 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 2,100 51 km
1614 NIIGATA PREFECTURE Earthquake 82 km
1448 SADO, JAPAN Earthquake 85 km
887 NIIGATA Earthquake 2,000 83 km
863 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 38 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Niigata-Yakeyama (21 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Niigata-Yakeyama Lava dome 2,400 m (7,874 ft) 1998 21 km
Myokosan Stratovolcano 2,454 m (8,051 ft) -750 23 km
Midagahara Stratovolcano 2,621 m (8,599 ft) 1839 36 km
Washiba-Kumonotaira Shield(s) 2,924 m (9,593 ft) Unknown 49 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 56 km
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 58 km
Yakedake Stratovolcano(es) 2,455 m (8,054 ft) 1995 67 km
Asamayama Complex 2,568 m (8,425 ft) 2019 69 km
Norikuradake Stratovolcano(es) 3,026 m (9,928 ft) -50 80 km
Yokodake Stratovolcano(es) 2,480 m (8,136 ft) 1200 85 km
Harunasan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) 550 91 km
Ontakesan Complex 3,067 m (10,062 ft) 2014 105 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 117 km
Hakusan Stratovolcano 2,702 m (8,865 ft) 1659 122 km
Hiuchigatake Stratovolcano 2,356 m (7,730 ft) 1544 125 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 24°F (-4°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 31°F (-1°C) 3.6 in
April 44°F (6°C) 4.1 in
May 54°F (12°C) 4.5 in
June 61°F (16°C) 6.8 in
July 68°F (20°C) 7.5 in
August 71°F (21°C) 6.2 in Warmest
September 62°F (17°C) 7.8 in Wettest
October 51°F (10°C) 4.8 in
November 40°F (5°C) 3.6 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 3.0 in

Dorosaki has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 24°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 57.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.8") and February the driest (3.0").

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Museums in Dorosaki

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Nishimaru Shinya Memorial Hall
Togakushi Ninja Museum
ふる里漫画館
伴月楼記念館
信州新町化石博物館
信州新町美術館
千曲市アートまちかど
千曲市稲荷山宿・蔵し館
塩の道資料館
大本営海軍部壕資料館
小川村郷土歴史館 ふるさとらんど小川
小谷村郷土館
戸隠そば博物館 とんくるりん
戸隠地質化石博物館
有島生馬記念館
栂池ヒュッテ記念館
森将軍塚古墳館
欅平ビジターセンター
翡翠ふるさと館
長野県立歴史館

Libraries in Dorosaki

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
千曲市立更埴図書館0.0
白馬村図書館0.0
長野市立南部図書館0.0
長野市立南部図書館0.0

Hotels in Dorosaki

25 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Belle Cour inomata
Bellheart
Conntry Joe
Espoir Misawa
Front Stage
GS Lodge
Hakuba Alps Hotel
Hakuba Cortina Lodge
Highland Lodge
Hill Top Terrace Miyagawa
Hotel Green Plaza Hakuba
Petit Hotel Schanze
Rosort Inn Marion Shinano
Sunplaza Tsugaike
Tsugaike Kanko
Tsugaike Kogen Hotel Hakuba Berghaus
ひよどり山荘
ホテル・ラ・ブランシュ
ホテルメリベル栂池
みやま荘
ラ・シュミエール
ロッジ高原荘
乗鞍荘
栂池グランドロッジ
白馬アルプスホテル

Restaurants in Dorosaki

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Restaurant SNOW DROP
おたり名産館
キッチン栂の森
みずばしょう
奧裾花食堂
栂池パーク

Train Stations in Dorosaki

6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chikuni
Hakubaōike
Hiraiwa
Kita-Otari
Minami-Otari
Nakatsuchi

Gas Stations in Dorosaki

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JP #11152071421
JP #3521040843

Gyms in Dorosaki

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

‘S’ウェルネスクラブ小谷

Stadiums & Teams in Dorosaki

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Ski Resorts Near Dorosaki

83 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Dorosaki

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shinshu-Matsumoto AirportMMJMedium Airport
Toyama Kitokito AirportTOYMedium Airport
Hida AirparkSmall Airport
Kirigamine GliderportSmall Airport
Nagano City GliderportSmall Airport
Nishigawara AirfieldSmall Airport
Ogurayama Paraglider LaunchSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dorosaki

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
土倉文珠堂

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Waterfalls
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Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Dorosaki

What is the population of Dorosaki?

Dorosaki has a population of 2,647 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 73.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Dorosaki 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 Dorosaki?

Dorosaki has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.9 inches, with 12.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Dorosaki?

The job market in Dorosaki is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 85 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Dorosaki?

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

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