Sign In Register

Himi, Japan

Toyama · Japan

Himi is a mid-size city in Toyama, Japan with a population of 43,995. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
43,995 Population 234/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
83.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$31,000 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$31,000 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,000 home value, $380/mo rent

Discover Himi, Japan

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

People

Population43,995
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density234/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$31,000
Unemployment1.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,000
Rent$380
Housing Units17,598

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain83.2 in/yr
Sunny Days185/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population43,995
Population Density234 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates36.8467°, 136.9836°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceToyama
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation83.2 inches (2,113 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.3 inches (36 cm)
Median Household Income$31,000
Median Age49.8 years

About Himi

Himi is a mid-size city in Japan (Toyama) with a population of 43,995. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Himi has a population of 43,995 with a density of 234 people per square mile, spread across 188.1 square miles. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

43,995
Total Population
234
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above Japan avg
188.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Himi vs Japan Average

The median household income in Himi is $31,000, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,408 business establishments.

Income: Himi vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,000
59% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)1,408

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Himi 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 17,598 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 Units17,598

Property Tax

Climate in Himi

Himi 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 2356 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 236.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 178.9
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 167.4
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 138.2
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 114.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 140.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 257.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 221.2
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 210.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 191.7
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 212.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 288.0
Himi experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 185 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 83.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above Japan avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days185 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area188.1 sq mi (487.1 km²)
Population Density234/sq mi
Coordinates36.8467°N, 136.9836°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 83.2"
119% above Japan avg
Snowfall 14.3"
Wettest Month (Sep) 9.29"
Driest Month (Apr) 4.88"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

563 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 24, 2025.

Jan 1, 2024 2024 Noto Peninsula, Japan Earthquake M7.5 76 km
Mar 25, 2007 46 km NW of Nanao, Japan M6.7 65 km
Feb 7, 1993 69 km NNE of Nanao, Japan M6.6 91 km
May 5, 2023 49 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M6.2 83 km
Mar 11, 2011 13 km E of Arai, Japan M6.2 125 km
Jan 1, 2024 8 km SW of Anamizu, Japan M6.2 41 km
Jun 6, 2000 Sea of Japan M5.9 135 km
Jan 9, 2024 53 km WSW of Sado, Japan M5.9 133 km
Jan 1, 2024 42 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.8 76 km
Jun 2, 2024 40 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.7 71 km
Mar 11, 2011 eastern Honshu, Japan M5.7 118 km
Jan 1, 2024 7 km N of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 51 km
Jan 1, 2024 54 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 83 km
May 5, 2023 43 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 76 km
Jan 1, 2024 56 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.5 86 km
Aug 15, 1998 22 km WSW of Hotaka, Japan M5.5 87 km
Apr 11, 2011 8 km WSW of Iiyama, Japan M5.5 116 km
Feb 8, 2012 45 km WSW of Ry?tsu-minato, Japan M5.4 144 km
Aug 26, 2010 25 km ENE of Katsuyama, Japan M5.4 83 km
May 17, 1990 7 km W of Nanao, Japan M5.4 25 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Faxai Category 2 299 km
2019 Hagibis Category 1 257 km
2018 Jebi Category 2 61 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 261 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 251 km
2011 Roke Category 1 225 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 242 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 297 km
2004 Ma-on Category 3 275 km
2004 Songda Category 1 227 km
2004 Chaba Category 1 101 km
2003 Etau Category 1 155 km
2002 Higos Category 2 282 km
2001 Danas Category 1 286 km
1999 Bart Category 1 240 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 49 km
1998 Zeb Category 1 121 km
1998 Stella Category 1 253 km
1996 Kirk Category 1 59 km
1995 Ryan Category 1 200 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

13 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 76 km
1993 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.5 m - 91 km
1987 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.2 m - 103 km
2023 NOTO PENINSULA, JAPAN Earthquake 0.1 m 1 82 km
2007 HONSHU: W COAST Earthquake 0.1 m 1 65 km
1892 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake - 1 24 km
1799 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake - - 44 km
1751 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake - 2,100 107 km
1726 KATSUYAMA Earthquake - - 107 km
1614 NIIGATA PREFECTURE Earthquake - - 116 km
1448 SADO, JAPAN Earthquake - - 130 km
887 NIIGATA Earthquake - 2,000 123 km
863 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake - - 95 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

14 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Midagahara (62 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Midagahara Stratovolcano 2,621 m (8,599 ft) 1839 62 km
Washiba-Kumonotaira Shield(s) 2,924 m (9,593 ft) Unknown 73 km
Hakusan Stratovolcano 2,702 m (8,865 ft) 1659 79 km
Yakedake Stratovolcano(es) 2,455 m (8,054 ft) 1995 88 km
Niigata-Yakeyama Lava dome 2,400 m (7,874 ft) 1998 94 km
Norikuradake Stratovolcano(es) 3,026 m (9,928 ft) -50 97 km
Myokosan Stratovolcano 2,454 m (8,051 ft) -750 101 km
Ontakesan Complex 3,067 m (10,062 ft) 2014 115 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 138 km
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 140 km
Asamayama Complex 2,568 m (8,425 ft) 2019 146 km
Yokodake Stratovolcano(es) 2,480 m (8,136 ft) 1200 146 km
Harunasan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) 550 172 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 8.4 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 5.9 in
March 41°F (5°C) 5.1 in
April 51°F (11°C) 4.9 in Driest
May 60°F (15°C) 5.1 in
June 67°F (20°C) 7.1 in
July 75°F (24°C) 8.2 in
August 77°F (25°C) 6.3 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 9.3 in Wettest
October 59°F (15°C) 6.3 in
November 49°F (10°C) 7.9 in
December 41°F (5°C) 8.7 in

Himi has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 35°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 83.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.3") and April the driest (4.9").

View full weather details →

Schools in Himi

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立湖南小学校 - - - -
氷見市立南部中学校 - - - -
市立宮田小学校 - - - -
市立西條中学校 - - - -
市立太田小学校 - - - -
市立速川小学校 - - - -
市立西部中学校 - - - -
市立西條中学校 - - - -
市立窪小学校 - - - -
市立久目小学校 - - - -
市立明和小学校 - - - -
市立宮田小学校 - - - -
市立太田小学校 - - - -
氷見市立南部中学校 - - - -
市立十二町小学校 - - - -
市立十三中学校 - - - -
市立仏生寺小学校 - - - -
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Himi

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Himi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Himi City Shiokaze Gallery
Itai-itai Disease Museum
Itai-itai Disease Museum
Large-easy Temple collection
Sato Memorial Art Museum Toyama
Sato Memorial Art Museum Toyama
Suiboku Museum, Toyama
Suiboku Museum, Toyama
Toyama Municipal Folk Museum
Toyama Municipal Folk Museum
Toyama Museum of Modern Art
Toyama Museum of Modern Art
Toyama Science Museum
Toyama Science Museum
アリス館志賀
チューリップ四季彩館
となみ散居村ミュージアム
ミュゼふくおかカメラ館
七尾城史資料館
七尾市少年科学館
二上山郷土資料館
二上山郷土資料館
千光寺宝物館
博物館喜多家資料館
土蔵造りのまち資料館
大境ビジターセンター（漁業生活資料館）
大谷和子こども美術館
大谷和子こども美術館
宇宙科学博物館
富山市ガラス美術館
富山市ガラス美術館
富山市北代縄文館
富山市北代縄文館
富山市売薬資料館
富山市売薬資料館
富山市民俗民芸村
富山市民俗民芸村
富山市民俗民芸村 民俗資料館
富山市民俗民芸村 民俗資料館
富山市民俗民芸村 民芸館
富山市民俗民芸村 民芸館
富山市民俗民芸村 考古資料館
富山市民俗民芸村 考古資料館
富山市民俗民芸村 陶芸館
富山市民俗民芸村 陶芸館
富山市民俗民芸村民芸 合掌館
富山市民俗民芸村民芸 合掌館
富山県国際健康プラザ生命科学館
富山県国際健康プラザ生命科学館
富山県埋蔵文化財センター
富山県埋蔵文化財センター
富山県教育記念館
富山県教育記念館
富山県立高岡工芸高等学校付属青井記念館美術館
富山県美術館
富山県美術館
富山県自然博物園「ねいの里」
射水市大島絵本館
射水市新湊博物館
射水市陶房「匠の里」
小矢部ふるさと博物館
小野篁波館
懐古館
森林科学館
楽翠亭美術館
楽翠亭美術館
氷見市立博物館
源 ますのすしミュージアム
源 ますのすしミュージアム
石動山資料館
石川県七尾美術館
砺波市美術館
砺波郷土資料館
篁牛人記念美術館
篁牛人記念美術館
篁牛人記念美術館
篁牛人記念美術館
羽咋市歴史民俗資料館
能登国分寺展示館
能登国分寺展示館
花嫁のれん館
高岡市万葉歴史館
高岡市福岡歴史民俗資料館
高岡市立博物館
高岡市美術館
高岡市鋳物史料館
高志の国文学館
高志の国文学館
高志の国文学館
高志の国文学館

Libraries in Himi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
(財)眉丈文庫0.0
Nanao Municipal Library0.0
とやま市民交流館図書サービスコーナー0.0
とやま駅南図書館「ぶらり」0.0
七尾市立図書館 図書館資料整理室0.0
七尾市立本府中図書館0.0
七尾市立田鶴浜図書館0.0
下村図書館0.0
中能登町立図書館0.0
中能登町立鳥屋図書室0.0
中能登町立鹿西図書室0.0
図書館0.0
大島町立図書館0.0
宝達志水町立志雄図書館0.0
宝達志水町立押水図書館0.0
富山大学附属図書館0.0
富山市立八尾図書館ほんの森0.0
富山市立図書館呉羽分館0.0
富山市立図書館四方分館0.0
富山市立図書館堀川分館0.0
富山市立図書館堀川南分館0.0
富山市立図書館奥田北分館0.0
富山市立図書館岩瀬分館0.0
富山市立図書館本館0.0
富山市立図書館蜷川分館0.0
富山市立婦中図書館0.0
富山県立図書館0.0
射水市中央図書館0.0
射水市立正力図書館0.0
小矢部市立小矢部市民図書館0.0
小矢部市立小矢部市民図書館おとぎの館図書室0.0
志賀町立図書館0.0
新湊市図書館0.0
新湊市図書館東部分室0.0
氷見市立図書館0.0
津幡町立図書館0.0
砺波市立砺波図書館0.0
福岡町立図書館0.0
羽咋市立図書館0.0
高岡市立中央図書館0.0
高岡市立中田図書館0.0
高岡市立伏木図書館0.0
高岡市立戸出図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Himi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
ＪＡなのはな
ＪＡなのはな
おらっちゃの店
とやま市漁協
とやま市漁協
農産物直売店

Restaurants in Himi

12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rana御好燒餐廳
Seadide House Volcano
おがわ
お多福
トロイカ
レストハウス・ツーロン
中谷食堂
多古爺
松木菓子舗
氷見 きときと寿し
氷見牛専門店 たなか
郷土料理 竹の子家

Cafes in Himi

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

とまとcafe

Clinics in Himi

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

福老館クリニック

Train Stations in Himi

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Himi

Gas Stations in Himi

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JA氷見市カーレスト堀田
JP #547547330
JP #547553225
JP #547553228

Banks in Himi

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

氷見伏木信用金庫
氷見伏木信用金庫 本部

Shopping Malls in Himi

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

イオンタウン氷見

Golf Courses in Himi

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

氷見ゴルフガーデン

Stadiums & Teams in Himi

TeamLeagueDivision
総合運動公園陸上競技場

Ski Resorts Near Himi

12 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Honokidaira Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hirayu Onsen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hida Kawai Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
SAM Hakusan Ichirino Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ookuradake Kogen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hida Nagareha Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hakusan Senjo Onsen Seymour Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
IOX-AROSA 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kanazawa Municipal Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tateyama Sanroku Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Awasuno Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tonami Yumenotaira Ski Ground 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Himi

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Komatsu Airport / JASDF Komatsu Air BaseKMQLarge Airport
Noto Satoyama AirportNTQMedium Airport
Toyama Kitokito AirportTOYMedium Airport
Hida Airpark-Small Airport
JGSDF Mitsukojiyama Airstrip-Small Airport
Sengokudaira Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Himi

10 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ameharashi Summary Post Office
Fuse Post Office
Hayakawa Post Office
Himi Ekimae Post Office
Himi Yanaida Post Office
Kumanashi Summary Post Office
Kume Post Office
Mao Summary Post Office
Shimao Post Office
氷見窪簡易郵便局（一時閉鎖中）

Treatment Centers in Himi

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
さくらまちハートケアクリニック
たかはた整形外科クリニック
川上内科
舟木内科クリニック

Churches & Religious Organizations in Himi

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Isetama Shrine
南條神社
古江神社
氷見キリスト教会
浄土真宗親鸞会 氷見会館
田子浦藤波神社

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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Himi.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Himi

What is the population of Himi?

Himi has a population of 43,995 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 234 people per square mile, spread across 188.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Himi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $31,000, 59% 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 Himi?

Himi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 185 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.2 inches, with 14.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Himi?

The job market in Himi is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,408 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Himi?

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

Nearby Cities

Himimachi 54,510 pop · 0.7 mi Nishishinminato 35,994 pop · 6.9 mi Takaoka 170,077 pop · 6.9 mi Imizu 90,742 pop · 9.5 mi Hōdatsushimizu 12,121 pop · 10.3 mi Hitoto 16,540 pop · 10.6 mi Hakui 24,529 pop · 11.4 mi Nanao 50,300 pop · 13.9 mi Oyabe 28,983 pop · 14.5 mi Oshima 18,630 pop · 15.2 mi Tonami 48,659 pop · 15.8 mi Kahoku 34,889 pop · 16.3 mi Toyama 415,844 pop · 16.4 mi Tsubata 37,694 pop · 18.2 mi
Compare Himi with another city: