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Higashikawa, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Higashikawa is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 8,314. Elevation: 725 ft (221 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
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| Population | 8,314 |
| Population Density | 63 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.6990°, 142.5103° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.4 inches (1,052 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.4 inches (34 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Higashikawa
Higashikawa is a small city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 8,314. The city sits at an elevation of 725 feet (221 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Higashikawa vs Japan Average
Income: Higashikawa 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) | 266 |
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 | 3,326 |
Property Tax
Climate in Higashikawa
Higashikawa has an average annual temperature of 7.3°C (45°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1114 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.3°F |
| 24% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
| Area | 132.2 sq mi (342.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 63/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.6990°N, 142.5103°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 |
| 1938 | E. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | 1 | 144 km |
| 1956 | NE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 144 km |
| 1863 | NW. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 129 km |
| 1834 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 100 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taisetsuzan (28 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 28 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 34 km |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 52 km |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 126 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 145 km |
| Kussharo | Caldera | 574 m (1,883 ft) | 1320 | 155 km |
| Mashu | Caldera | 857 m (2,812 ft) | 1080 | 166 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 168 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 173 km |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 176 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 65°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 5.5 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 3.0 in |
Higashikawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 16°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.6") and February the driest (1.7").
Schools in Higashikawa
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 明徳中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Higashikawa Daisan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Higashikawa Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Higashikawa High School | — | — | — | — |
| Higashikawa Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Asahikawa Daiichi Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Higashikawa Special Education School | — | — | — | — |
| Higashikawa Daiichi Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Higashikawa Daini Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Shibinai Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Higashikawa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Higashikawa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asahikawa art museum | ||||
| Asahikawa art museum | ||||
| Asahikawa City Museum | ||||
| Asahikawa City Museum | ||||
| Asahikawa City Science Museum | ||||
| Asahikawa City Science Museum | ||||
| Asahikawa City Sculpture Museum Station Gallery | ||||
| Asahikawa City Sculpture Museum Station Gallery | ||||
| Hokuchin Museum | ||||
| Hokuchin Museum | ||||
| Inoue Yasushi Memorial Hall | ||||
| Inoue Yasushi Memorial Hall | ||||
| Kawa no omoshiro kan | ||||
| Kawa no omoshiro kan | ||||
| Kawamura Kaneto Ainu Memorial | ||||
| Kawamura Kaneto Ainu Memorial | ||||
| Miura Ayako Literature Museum | ||||
| Miura Ayako Literature Museum | ||||
| Otokoyama Sake Brewery Museum | ||||
| Otokoyama Sake Brewery Museum | ||||
| Takushinkan | ||||
| Tokachidake Volcano Erosion Control Information Center | ||||
| トリックアート美術館 | ||||
| フォトギャラリー北写人 | ||||
| 上富良野開拓記念館 | ||||
| 国鉄9600形蒸気機関車 49600号 | ||||
| 彫刻の館 | ||||
| 愛別町郷土芸能伝承館 | ||||
| 新星館（展望美術館） | ||||
| 旭川市彫刻美術館 | ||||
| 旭川市彫刻美術館 | ||||
| 木と暮らしの情報館 | ||||
| 木と暮らしの情報館 | ||||
| 東川町郷土館 | ||||
| 西美の杜美術館 |
Libraries in Higashikawa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asahikawa City Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kagura Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kagura Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nagayama Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nagayama Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Suehiro Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toko Library | 0.0 | |||||
| せんとぴゅあⅡ | 0.0 | |||||
| 旭川市中央図書館 東旭川分室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 旭川市中央図書館 東旭川分室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 美瑛町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Higashikawa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Takushoku Market |
Hotels in Higashikawa
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Higashikawa
20 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Higashikawa
19 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Higashikawa
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Higashikawa
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Higashikawa
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Higashikawa
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Higashikawa
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Higashikawa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Asahikawa Starffin Baseball Stadium | ||
| Taisetsu Arena |
Ski Resorts Near Higashikawa
27 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| PIYASHIRI NAYORO SNOW PARK | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Furen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Takinouecho Sakuragaoka | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahi Ski Area | 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 | — | — | — |
| Mount Racey | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kamui Ski Links | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahidake | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kamoidake Kokusai | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nukabira Gensenkyo Ski Area | 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 | — | — | — |
| Minami Furano | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shintokuyama | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tomamu Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nipo Town | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Higashikawa
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Asahikawa Airport | AKJ | Medium Airport |
| Biei Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Fukagawa Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Camp Nayoro Airfield and Heliport | — | Small Airport |
| Shintoku Agricultural Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Skyport Bibai | — | Small Airport |
| Takikawa Sky Park | — | Small Airport |
| Toma Skypark Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Higashikawa
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 朗根内郵便局 | |
| 東川八号郵便局 | |
| 東川北郵便局 | |
| 東川郵便局 |
Treatment Centers in Higashikawa
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| あさひまちクリニック | ||
| ぴあふる岩山 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Higashikawa
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 太田神社 | |
| 好蔵寺 | |
| 妙正寺 | |
| 富山神社 | |
| 東川寺 | |
| 東川神社 | |
| 栄禅寺 | |
| 永楽寺 | |
| 法城寺 |
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What is the population of Higashikawa?
Higashikawa has a population of 8,314 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 63 people per square mile, spread across 132.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Higashikawa 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 Higashikawa?
Higashikawa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches, with 13.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Higashikawa?
Higashikawa has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 266 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Higashikawa?
The median home value in Higashikawa is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.