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Gosen, Japan

Niigata · Japan

Gosen is a mid-size city in Niigata, Japan with a population of 48,458. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
48,458 Population 357/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
74.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,700 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$28,700 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,000 home value, $370/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population48,458
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density357/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,700
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,000
Rent$370
Housing Units19,383

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain74.5 in/yr
Sunny Days201/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population48,458
Population Density357 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates37.7333°, 139.1667°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNiigata
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation74.5 inches (1,892 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.9 inches (35 cm)
Median Household Income$28,700
Median Age50.4 years

About Gosen

Gosen is a mid-size city in Japan (Niigata) with a population of 48,458. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Gosen has a population of 48,458 with a density of 357 people per square mile, spread across 135.9 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

48,458
Total Population
357
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above Japan avg
135.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Gosen vs Japan Average

The median household income in Gosen is $28,700, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,551 business establishments.

Income: Gosen vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,700
62% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)1,551

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Gosen is $74,000, 74% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $370 (68% below the national average of $1,163). There are 19,383 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,000
74% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$370
68% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units19,383

Property Tax

Climate in Gosen

Gosen has an average annual temperature of 14.2°C (58°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.9°C), the coldest is Jan (3.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1855 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.1°C / 38°F 0.4° / 5.8° 178.6
Feb 3.2°C / 38°F 0.2° / 6.2° 117.1
Mar 6.2°C / 43°F 2.5° / 10° 113.6
Apr 11.4°C / 53°F 7.1° / 15.8° 101.3
May 17°C / 63°F 12.8° / 21.1° 101.2
Jun 21.2°C / 70°F 17.8° / 24.6° 106.7
Jul 25.2°C / 77°F 22° / 28.5° 236.6
Aug 26.9°C / 80°F 23.4° / 30.4° 167.4
Sep 22.9°C / 73°F 19.4° / 26.4° 151.6
Oct 17°C / 63°F 13.3° / 20.7° 156.6
Nov 10.9°C / 52°F 7.2° / 14.6° 197.2
Dec 5.8°C / 42°F 2.7° / 8.8° 227.4
Gosen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 201 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 74.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below Japan avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days201 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area135.9 sq mi (351.9 km²)
Population Density357/sq mi
Coordinates37.7333°N, 139.1667°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 74.5"
96% above Japan avg
Snowfall 13.9"
Wettest Month (Dec) 8.98"
Driest Month (May) 4.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

527 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 10, 2025.

Apr 11, 2011 17 km SSW of Ishikawa, Japan M6.6 136 km
Jul 16, 2007 20 km NNW of Kashiwazaki, Japan M6.6 67 km
Jun 18, 2019 31 km WSW of Tsuruoka, Japan M6.4 104 km
Mar 11, 2011 13 km E of Arai, Japan M6.2 106 km
Jan 9, 2024 53 km WSW of Sado, Japan M5.9 123 km
Apr 12, 2011 8 km WSW of Ishikawa, Japan M5.9 127 km
Apr 11, 2011 14 km SSE of Marumori, Japan M5.8 145 km
Feb 25, 2013 29 km NE of Numata, Japan M5.8 99 km
Jul 16, 2007 16 km NNW of Kashiwazaki, Japan M5.7 67 km
Mar 11, 2011 eastern Honshu, Japan M5.7 117 km
Jan 22, 1992 8 km WNW of Higashine, Japan M5.7 129 km
Dec 3, 1996 35 km SE of Muramatsu, Japan M5.7 39 km
Mar 19, 2011 8 km WNW of Daigo, Japan M5.7 143 km
Apr 11, 2011 20 km SSW of Ishikawa, Japan M5.5 134 km
Mar 22, 2011 12 km ESE of Ishikawa, Japan M5.5 143 km
Sep 29, 2010 35 km NNW of Kuroiso, Japan M5.5 83 km
Apr 11, 2011 8 km WSW of Iiyama, Japan M5.5 129 km
Mar 22, 2011 19 km ESE of Ishikawa, Japan M5.5 150 km
Apr 1, 1995 8 km NE of Kameda-honch?, Japan M5.4 21 km
Feb 8, 2012 45 km WSW of Ry?tsu-minato, Japan M5.4 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Faxai Category 2 228 km
2019 Hagibis Category 1 150 km
2018 Jebi Category 1 231 km
2011 Roke Category 1 204 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 237 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 248 km
2004 Ma-on Category 3 231 km
2004 Chaba Category 1 283 km
2002 Higos Category 1 152 km
2001 Danas Category 1 184 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 234 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 88 km
1998 Stella Category 1 177 km
1996 Violet Category 1 298 km
1996 Kirk Category 1 254 km
1995 Ryan Category 1 248 km
1994 Orchid Category 1 234 km
1993 Vernon Category 1 214 km
1991 Mireille Category 1 279 km
1990 Flo Category 1 243 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

13 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 85 130 km
1964 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 5.8 m 36 73 km
1987 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.2 m — 119 km
2019 NIIGATA Earthquake 0.1 m — 105 km
2007 HONSHU: W COAST Earthquake — 15 63 km
1894 YAMAGATA, JAPAN Earthquake — 726 141 km
1802 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake — 19 76 km
1762 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake — — 58 km
1751 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake — 2,100 111 km
1614 NIIGATA PREFECTURE Earthquake — — 106 km
1448 SADO, JAPAN Earthquake — — 89 km
887 NIIGATA Earthquake — 2,000 98 km
863 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake — — 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Numazawa (48 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Numazawa Shield 835 m (2,740 ft) -3400 48 km
Bandaisan Stratovolcano 1,816 m (5,958 ft) 1888 81 km
Hiuchigatake Stratovolcano 2,356 m (7,730 ft) 1544 87 km
Azumayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,949 m (6,394 ft) 1977 95 km
Nasudake Stratovolcano(es) 1,915 m (6,283 ft) 1963 98 km
Adatarayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,728 m (5,669 ft) 1996 99 km
Nikko-Shiranesan Shield 2,578 m (8,458 ft) 1952 106 km
Takaharayama Stratovolcano 1,795 m (5,889 ft) -4570 107 km
Omanago Group Lava dome(s) 2,341 m (7,680 ft) -3050 109 km
Nantaisan Stratovolcano 2,486 m (8,156 ft) -9540 111 km
Zaozan [Zaosan] Complex 1,841 m (6,040 ft) 1940 121 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 130 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 131 km
Myokosan Stratovolcano 2,454 m (8,051 ft) -750 132 km
Niigata-Yakeyama Lava dome 2,400 m (7,874 ft) 1998 135 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 8.1 in Coldest
February 32°F (0°C) 5.8 in
March 38°F (3°C) 4.7 in
April 50°F (10°C) 4.2 in
May 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in Driest
June 67°F (19°C) 5.3 in
July 74°F (23°C) 7.2 in
August 77°F (25°C) 5.5 in Warmest
September 69°F (20°C) 6.9 in
October 58°F (14°C) 6.4 in
November 48°F (9°C) 7.4 in
December 38°F (3°C) 9.0 in Wettest

Gosen has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 32°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 74.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.0") and May the driest (4.1").

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Schools in Gosen

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
五泉市立 五泉小学校 — — — —
五泉市立五泉東小学校 — — — —
阿賀野市立 赤坂小学校 — — — —
五泉市立五泉南小学校 — — — —
新潟県立五泉高等学校 — — — —
五泉市立五泉北中学校 — — — —
五泉市立五泉北中学校 — — — —
五泉市立五泉中学校 — — — —
巣本小学校 — — — —
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Radio Stations near Gosen

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Nonstop Casiopea — MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Gosen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Former Sasagawa Residence
Gosen City Muramatsu Hometown Museum
Ichishimatei
Minatopia Niigata City History Museum
Minatopia Niigata City History Museum
Nakanokuchi Predecessors Museum
Niigata City Art Museum
Niigata City Art Museum
Niigata City Manga & Anime Museum
Niigata City Manga & Anime Museum
Niigata City Niitsu Railway Museum
Niigata Learning Center For Humans & The Environment
Niigata Saitō Villa
Niigata Saitō Villa
Niigata Science Museum
Niigata Science Museum
Niitsu Art Museum
Niitu Petroleum Museum
Northern Culture Museum
Northern Culture Museum
NSG美術館
NSG美術館
Saito house
Setsuryōsha Museum of Art
Setsuryōsha Museum of Art
Shirone Kite Museum
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三条市歴史民俗産業資料館
中野邸美術館
今井美術館
刀剣伝承館・天田昭次記念館
加茂市民俗資料館
加茂紙漉場
北方文化博物館
史跡古津八幡山 弥生の丘展示館
吉田東伍記念博物館
堀部安兵衛伝承館
安吾風の館
安吾風の館
安田民俗資料館
巻菱湖記念時代館
巻菱湖記念時代館
敦井美術館
敦井美術館
新潟大学 旭町学術資料展示館
新潟大学 旭町学術資料展示館
新潟大学旭町学術資料展示館
新潟大学旭町学術資料展示館
新潟市マンガの家
新潟市マンガの家
新潟市北区郷土博物館
新潟市役所 教育・文化施設潟東樋口記念美術館
新潟市文化財センター
新潟市歴史博物館みなとぴあ
新潟市歴史博物館みなとぴあ
新潟県埋蔵文化財センター
新潟県政記念館
新潟県政記念館
新潟県政記念館
新潟県政記念館
新発田城
日本歯科大学新潟生命歯学部　医の博物館
日本歯科大学新潟生命歯学部　医の博物館
明和義人館
明和義人館
柳都美術館
柳都美術館
森林館
潟東歴史民俗資料館
燕市産業史料館
王紋酒造
田上町民俗資料館
白壁兵舎広報資料館
篠田桃紅　作品館
篠田桃紅　作品館
蕗谷虹児記念館
越後豪農の館 椿寿荘
郷土資料館
金枡酒造
関屋分水資料館
関屋分水資料館

Libraries in Gosen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
イクネスしばた0.0
三条市立図書館0.0
五泉市立図書館0.0
五泉市立村松図書館0.0
加茂市立図書館0.0
図書館0.0
新津図書館0.0
新潟医療福祉大学　図書館0.0
新潟市 潟東図書館0.0
新潟市内野図書館0.0
新潟市立 亀田図書館0.0
新潟市立 亀田図書館0.0
新潟市立中央図書館「ほんぽーと」0.0
新潟市立中央図書館「ほんぽーと」0.0
新潟市立松浜図書館0.0
新潟市立松浜図書館0.0
新潟市立舟江図書館0.0
新潟市立舟江図書館0.0
新潟市立豊栄図書館0.0
新潟市立鳥屋野図書館0.0
新潟市立鳥屋野図書館0.0
新潟県点字図書館0.0
新潟県点字図書館0.0
新潟県立図書館0.0
新発田市立図書館分館0.0
新発田市立歴史図書館0.0
月潟図書館0.0
燕図書館0.0
生涯学習センター0.0
生涯学習センター図書館0.0
生涯学習センター図書館0.0
白根図書館0.0
石山図書館0.0
石山図書館0.0
聖籠町立図書館0.0
見附市図書館0.0
阿賀野市図書館0.0
阿賀野市立笹神図書館0.0
黒埼図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Gosen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
とんとん市場
とんとん市場
新潟市中央卸売市場
新潟市中央卸売市場
本町下市場（下本町商店街）
本町下市場（下本町商店街）
本町市場
本町市場

Hotels in Gosen

9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ホテル丸松
ゆらりゆら　水鳥の宿　さきはな
一水荘
咲花温泉 ぬくもりの宿 翠玉の湯 佐取館
旅館末廣
望川閣
柳水園
湯元館
碧水荘

Restaurants in Gosen

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ラーメンのろし
日の出食堂
栃尾庵
食堂 柏屋

Cafes in Gosen

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

カフェ　ファンタジア

Train Stations in Gosen

6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gosen
Kita-Gosen
Maoroshi
Sakihana
Saruwada
Shinseki

Bus Stations in Gosen

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

新潟交通観光バス 五泉営業所

Gas Stations in Gosen

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JP #451806164
JP #451808275

Banks in Gosen

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

さくらの街信用組合
第四北越銀行

Breweries in Gosen

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
百川味噌株式会社
百川味噌株式会社

Stadiums & Teams in Gosen

TeamLeagueDivision
Denka Big Swan Stadium
Niigata City Athletics Stadium
北越ガスグラウンド
新潟市体育館
鳥屋野運動公園野球場

Ski Resorts Near Gosen

27 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Koshi Kogen Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Budoh Snow Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Yokone 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Tainai Ski and Snowboard area 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Ninox Snow Park 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Sannokura 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mikawa Onsen 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Fuyudorigoe Ski Garden 0.0 — — $0 — — —
yanaizu onsen ski area 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mishima Choei 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Fairy Land Kaneyama Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Nagaoka City Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Tadami Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Suhara Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Cupid Valley Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Aizukogen Nango Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Yakushi Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Koide Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Aizu Kogen Daikura Ski Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Hakkai Sanroku Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Itsukamachi Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Muikamachi Hakkaisan 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Aizu Kogen Takatsue Ski Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Aizu Kogen Takahata 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Muica Snow Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Chateau Shiozawa Ski Area Yoshizato 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Gosen

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Niigata AirportKIJLarge Airport
Tanaka Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Gosen

7 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Gosen Post Office
Gosen Shimomachi Post Office
Hashita Post Office
Higashigejo Post Office
Maoroshi Post Office
Saruwada Post Office
Sumoto Summary Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gosen

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
光倫寺
八幡宮
八幡社
堀出神社
神明宮
西照寺
観音寺

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 Gosen

What is the population of Gosen?

Gosen has a population of 48,458 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 357 people per square mile, spread across 135.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Gosen expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,700, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $74,000 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $370 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Gosen?

Gosen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 201 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.5 inches, with 13.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Gosen?

The job market in Gosen is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,551 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gosen?

The median home value in Gosen is $74,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $370.

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