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Furukuchi, Japan
Yamagata · Japan
Furukuchi is a small town in Yamagata, Japan with a population of 4,199. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Furukuchi
Furukuchi Station is a railway station in the town of Tozawa, Yamagata, Japan, operated by East Japan Railway Company.
People
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| Population | 4,199 |
| Population Density | 45 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.7358°, 140.1383° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Yamagata |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.0 inches (1,702 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 21.4 inches (54 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,800 |
| Median Age | 51.0 years |
About Furukuchi
Furukuchi is a small town in Japan (Yamagata) with a population of 4,199. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet (43 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Furukuchi vs Japan Average
Income: Furukuchi vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,800 |
| 64% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 134 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $64,000 |
| 77% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $320 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 1,680 |
Property Tax
Climate in Furukuchi
Furukuchi 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 1782 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 214 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Area | 93.9 sq mi (243.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7358°N, 140.1383°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1833 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 9.0 m | 85 | 88 km |
| 1964 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 5.8 m | 36 | 88 km |
| 2008 | ARATOZAWA, JAPAN | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.5 m | 23 | 72 km |
| 1810 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 57 | 131 km |
| 1804 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 450 | 39 km |
| 2019 | NIIGATA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 59 km |
| 2011 | E. COAST HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 136 km |
| 1894 | YAMAGATA, JAPAN | Earthquake | - | 726 | 35 km |
| 1762 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 144 km |
| 1644 | HONJO, AKITA | Earthquake | - | 117 | 74 km |
| 850 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 36 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
14 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chokaisan (41 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chokaisan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,236 m (7,336 ft) | 1974 | 41 km |
| Naruko | Caldera | 470 m (1,542 ft) | 837 | 52 km |
| Kurikomayama | Stratovolcano | 1,627 m (5,338 ft) | 1950 | 62 km |
| Zaozan [Zaosan] | Complex | 1,841 m (6,040 ft) | 1940 | 71 km |
| Azumayama | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,949 m (6,394 ft) | 1977 | 112 km |
| Adatarayama | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,728 m (5,669 ft) | 1996 | 122 km |
| Bandaisan | Stratovolcano | 1,816 m (5,958 ft) | 1888 | 126 km |
| Akita-Komagatake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,637 m (5,371 ft) | 1971 | 127 km |
| Megata | Maar(s) | 291 m (955 ft) | -2050 | 140 km |
| Iwatesan | Complex | 2,038 m (6,686 ft) | 1919 | 145 km |
| Akita-Yakeyama | Stratovolcano | 1,366 m (4,482 ft) | 1997 | 147 km |
| Hachimantai | Stratovolcano | 1,613 m (5,292 ft) | -5350 | 149 km |
| Numazawa | Shield | 835 m (2,740 ft) | -3400 | 152 km |
| Nasudake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,915 m (6,283 ft) | 1963 | 180 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.8 in | Driest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 6.7 in | |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 6.4 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 5.7 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 7.0 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 6.9 in |
Furukuchi has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 29°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 67.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.0") and May the driest (3.8").
Schools in Furukuchi
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 戸沢中学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Furukuchi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Furukuchi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dewa Sanzan History Museum | ||||
| Higashitagawa Cultural Center | ||||
| Ideha Cultural Museum | ||||
| Naito Shuin Memorial Museum of Watercolors | ||||
| Old Higashitagawa District Office | ||||
| ゆめりあ鉄道ギャラリー | ||||
| 大石田町立歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 新庄ふるさと歴史センター | ||||
| 真下慶治郎記念美術館 | ||||
| 真室川町ふるさと伝承館 | ||||
| 真室川町立歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 雪の里情報館 |
Libraries in Furukuchi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fujishima Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shonai Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tsuruoka City Library Haguro Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| 新庄市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 虹のプラザ | 0.0 |
Hotels in Furukuchi
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Furukuchi
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Furukuchi
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Furukuchi
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Furukuchi
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Furukuchi
32 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hanagasa Kogen Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gosannen Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Choei Yuda Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Habayama Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Yashima Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Inakawa Ski Area Suberotta | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tengamori Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Jeunesse Kurikoma Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gionyama Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Green Valley Kamuro Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Akiyama Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Onikobe Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Uenono Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hagurosan Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hachimoriyama Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Yakurai Garden Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Miyagi Zao Shiroishi Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mount Gassan Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kurobushi Kogen Snow Park Jangle Jungle | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Spring Valley Izumi Kogen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Izumigatake Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Budoh Snow Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Asahi Shizenkan Snow Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| St. Mary | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Water Jump Miyagi | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Zao Onsen Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Miyagi Zao Sumikawasu Snow Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Zao Sarukura | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Miyagi Zao Eboshi Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Zao Liza World | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Doshojidaira Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Yokone | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Furukuchi
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shonai Airport | SYO | Medium Airport |
| Yamagata Airport | GAJ | Medium Airport |
| Izumigatake Paragliding School | - | Small Airport |
| Kakuda Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Shirataka Aero Park / Mutsumi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Yuri Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Furukuchi
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Furukuchi Post Office | |
| Jinden Summary Post Office | |
| Kiyokawa Post Office | |
| Tachiyazawa Post Office | |
| Tozawa Post Office | |
| Tsunokawa Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Furukuchi
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 三十番神社 | |
| 善念寺 | |
| 宝蔵寺 | |
| 西中寺 |
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What is the population of Furukuchi?
Furukuchi has a population of 4,199 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 93.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Furukuchi expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,800, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $64,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $320 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 Furukuchi?
Furukuchi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 214 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.0 inches, with 21.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Furukuchi?
The job market in Furukuchi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 134 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Furukuchi?
The median home value in Furukuchi is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.