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Furano, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Furano is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 21,131. Elevation: 558 ft (170 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).
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About Furano
Furano is a city in the prefecture of Hokkaido, Japan, located in the southern reaches of Kamikawa Subprefecture, under whose jurisdiction it resides. Well known throughout Japan as a tourist destination, it is famous for its lavender fields, the television drama Kita no Kuni kara, and the Furano Ski Resort, which hosted the Snowboarding World Cup in recent years. As of September 2016, the city has an estimated population of 22,715 and a density of 38 persons per km2. The total area is 600.97 km2 (232.04 sq mi).
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| Population | 21,131 |
| Population Density | 94 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 558 ft (170 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.3500°, 142.3833° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.4 inches (1,001 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.3 inches (31 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Furano
Furano is a small city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 21,131. The city sits at an elevation of 558 feet (170 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Furano vs Japan Average
Income: Furano vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,900 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 676 |
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 | 8,452 |
Property Tax
Climate in Furano
Furano has an average annual temperature of 5.2°C (41°F). The hottest month is Aug (20.1°C), the coldest is Jan (-10°C). Average annual precipitation is 1037 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.0°F |
| 22% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 558 ft (170 m) |
| Area | 225.0 sq mi (582.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 94/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3500°N, 142.3833°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | — | 122 km |
| 1982 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 110 | 133 km |
| 1834 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 80 km |
| 1792 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 145 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
13 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tokachidake (26 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 26 km |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 52 km |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 53 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 110 km |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 132 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 138 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 140 km |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 150 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 154 km |
| Kussharo | Caldera | 574 m (1,883 ft) | 1320 | 168 km |
| Mashu | Caldera | 857 m (2,812 ft) | 1080 | 178 km |
| Esan | Lava dome(s) | 618 m (2,028 ft) | 1874 | 199 km |
| Hokkaido-Komagatake | Stratovolcano | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) | 2000 | 200 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 35°F (1°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.8 in |
Furano has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 16°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.5") and February the driest (1.7").
Museums in Furano
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furano Wine Factory | ||||
| Takushinkan | ||||
| トリックアート美術館 | ||||
| 上富良野開拓記念館 | ||||
| 国鉄9600形蒸気機関車 49600号 | ||||
| 富良野市博物館 | ||||
| 新星館（展望美術館） | ||||
| 西美の杜美術館 |
Libraries in Furano
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 富良野図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 美瑛町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 芦別市３３立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Furano
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 富良野地方卸売市場 |
Ski Resorts Near Furano
28 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamoidake Kokusai | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Wassamu Higashiyama Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kokusetsu Horotachi Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Pippu Ski Slopes | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Touma Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ashimoi Kanko Takaho Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hokuryu Choei Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Santa present park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Inosawa Sky Slopes | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Canmore Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kamui Ski Links | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahidake | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shintotsukawacho Sotchidake | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Memuro | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Furano ski resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Bibai Kokusetsu Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Katsurazawa Kokusetsu Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sahoro | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Greenland White Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Haginoyama Shimin Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Minami Furano | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shintokuyama | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tomamu Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nipo Town | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mount Racey | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Anpeizan ski resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hidaka Kokusai | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Furano
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| New Chitose Airport | CTS | Large Airport |
| Asahikawa Airport | AKJ | Medium Airport |
| JASDF Chitose Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Atsuma Sky Park | — | Small Airport |
| Biei Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Fukagawa Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Shinshinotsu Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Shintoku Agricultural Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Skyport Bibai | — | Small Airport |
| Takikawa Sky Park | — | Small Airport |
| Toma Skypark Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Furano
What is the population of Furano?
Furano has a population of 21,131 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 94 people per square mile, spread across 225.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Furano 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 Furano?
Furano has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.4 inches, with 12.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Furano?
Furano has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 676 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Furano?
The median home value in Furano is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.