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Hirao, Japan

Nagano · Japan

Hirao is a small city in Nagano, Japan with a population of 11,352. Elevation: 2,005 ft (611 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
11,352 Population 111/sq mi density
2,005 ft Elevation 611 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
56.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$30,100 Median Income
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Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$30,100 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,000 home value, $380/mo rent

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About Hirao

Hirao

Hirao is a town located in Kumage District, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 May 2023, the town had an estimated population of 11,064 in 5394 households and a population density of 320 persons per km2. The total area of the town is 34.59 square kilometres (13.36 sq mi).

People

Population11,352
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density111/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,100
Unemployment2.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,000
Rent$380
Housing Units4,541

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain56.1 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation2,005 ft (611 m)
Population11,352
Population Density111 / sq mi
Elevation2,005 ft (611 m)
Coordinates36.7466°, 138.4186°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNagano
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation56.1 inches (1,426 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.9 inches (33 cm)
Median Household Income$30,100
Median Age50.0 years

About Hirao

Hirao is a small city in Japan (Nagano) with a population of 11,352. The city sits at an elevation of 2,005 feet (611 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Hirao has a population of 11,352 with a density of 111 people per square mile, spread across 102.5 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,352
Total Population
111
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
102.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Hirao vs Japan Average

The median household income in Hirao is $30,100, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 363 business establishments.

Income: Hirao vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,100
60% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)363

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hirao 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 4,541 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 Units4,541

Property Tax

Climate in Hirao

Hirao has an average annual temperature of 12.8°C (55°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.2°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 967 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F -3.9° / 3.9° 49.9
Feb 0.7°C / 33°F -3.8° / 5.2° 53.3
Mar 4.8°C / 41°F -0.4° / 10.1° 60.1
Apr 10.8°C / 51°F 4.6° / 17° 62.6
May 16.9°C / 62°F 10.6° / 23.2° 73.3
Jun 21.1°C / 70°F 16.1° / 26.1° 105.3
Jul 24.8°C / 77°F 20.4° / 29.2° 147.1
Aug 26.2°C / 79°F 21.5° / 31° 107.1
Sep 21.6°C / 71°F 17.1° / 26.1° 118.9
Oct 15.1°C / 59°F 10.4° / 19.8° 97.0
Nov 8.4°C / 47°F 3.3° / 13.4° 41.5
Dec 2.8°C / 37°F -1.3° / 7° 50.8
Hirao experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,005 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below Japan avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,005 ft (611 m)
Area102.5 sq mi (265.5 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates36.7466°N, 138.4186°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.1"
48% above Japan avg
Snowfall 12.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.28"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.99"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

789 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 23, 2025.

Jan 1, 2024 2024 Noto Peninsula, Japan Earthquake M7.5 131 km
Feb 7, 1993 69 km NNE of Nanao, Japan M6.6 143 km
Jul 16, 2007 20 km NNW of Kashiwazaki, Japan M6.6 88 km
Jan 1, 2024 8 km SW of Anamizu, Japan M6.2 150 km
Mar 11, 2011 13 km E of Arai, Japan M6.2 30 km
May 5, 2023 49 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M6.2 133 km
Jan 9, 2024 53 km WSW of Sado, Japan M5.9 136 km
Jan 1, 2024 42 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.8 133 km
Feb 25, 2013 29 km NE of Numata, Japan M5.8 74 km
Apr 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Tanuma, Japan M5.8 118 km
Mar 11, 2011 eastern Honshu, Japan M5.7 24 km
Jun 2, 2024 40 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.7 128 km
Dec 3, 1996 35 km SE of Muramatsu, Japan M5.7 125 km
Jul 16, 2007 16 km NNW of Kashiwazaki, Japan M5.7 84 km
Jan 1, 2024 54 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 124 km
Jan 1, 2024 7 km N of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 149 km
May 5, 2023 43 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 131 km
Apr 11, 2011 8 km WSW of Iiyama, Japan M5.5 14 km
Aug 15, 1998 22 km WSW of Hotaka, Japan M5.5 87 km
Mar 15, 2012 3 km ENE of ?me, Japan M5.5 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Faxai Category 3 192 km
2019 Hagibis Category 1 155 km
2018 Jebi Category 1 173 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 277 km
2016 Mindulle Category 1 289 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 205 km
2011 Roke Category 1 117 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 146 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 200 km
2004 Ma-on Category 3 178 km
2004 Chaba Category 1 223 km
2003 Etau Category 1 236 km
2002 Higos Category 2 163 km
2001 Danas Category 1 169 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 259 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 82 km
1998 Zeb Category 1 244 km
1998 Stella Category 1 130 km
1996 Violet Category 1 296 km
1996 Kirk Category 1 184 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

12 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 549 131 km
1993 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.5 m 143 km
1987 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.2 m 92 km
2023 NOTO PENINSULA, JAPAN Earthquake 0.1 m 1 132 km
2007 HONSHU: W COAST Earthquake 15 92 km
1892 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1 147 km
1802 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 19 107 km
1751 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 2,100 58 km
1614 NIIGATA PREFECTURE Earthquake 92 km
1448 SADO, JAPAN Earthquake 86 km
887 NIIGATA Earthquake 2,000 88 km
863 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 54 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Shiga (11 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 11 km
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 17 km
Myokosan Stratovolcano 2,454 m (8,051 ft) -750 32 km
Asamayama Complex 2,568 m (8,425 ft) 2019 39 km
Niigata-Yakeyama Lava dome 2,400 m (7,874 ft) 1998 39 km
Harunasan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) 550 49 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 72 km
Yokodake Stratovolcano(es) 2,480 m (8,136 ft) 1200 74 km
Midagahara Stratovolcano 2,621 m (8,599 ft) 1839 76 km
Hiuchigatake Stratovolcano 2,356 m (7,730 ft) 1544 81 km
Washiba-Kumonotaira Shield(s) 2,924 m (9,593 ft) Unknown 83 km
Nikko-Shiranesan Shield 2,578 m (8,458 ft) 1952 86 km
Yakedake Stratovolcano(es) 2,455 m (8,054 ft) 1995 94 km
Nantaisan Stratovolcano 2,486 m (8,156 ft) -9540 96 km
Omanago Group Lava dome(s) 2,341 m (7,680 ft) -3050 97 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 3.2 in
March 33°F (1°C) 3.4 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
May 56°F (13°C) 4.1 in
June 63°F (17°C) 6.5 in
July 70°F (21°C) 7.3 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 6.4 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 7.3 in
October 53°F (11°C) 4.8 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.3 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 3.0 in Driest

Hirao has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 26°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 56.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.3") and December the driest (3.0").

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Schools in Hirao

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
信州大学付属志賀自然教育研究施設
Nishi Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Hirao

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Hirao

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Hokusai Museum
Iizuna Apple Museum
Ippongi Park Museum
Japan Ski Museum
Legh Kasama Memorial Hall
Nagano Prefectural Art Museum
Sakagura Museum
Sanada residence
Shigakogen Roman Art Museum
The Obuse Museum & The Nakajima Chinami Gallery
Tsumagoi History Museum
おぼろ月夜の館
ふれあい館まゆぐら
ベルツ記念館
ロックガーデン
一茶ゆかりの里 一茶館
一茶記念館
世界の民俗人形博物館
中山晋平記念館
中野市立博物館
中野陣屋県庁記念館
信州中野銅石版画ミュージアム
北野カルチュラルセンター
北野美術館
大室古墳館
小布施町立歴史民俗資料館
日本土人形資料館
日本赤十字歴史資料館
東山魁夷館
水野美術館
温泉図書館
片岡鶴太郎美術館
片貝縄文資料館
環境体験アミューズメント
笠鉾会館ドリームホール
袋屋美術館
豊野資料収蔵室
象山記念館
豪商の館・田中本家博物館
資料館
重監房資料館
野尻湖ナウマン象博物館
長野市少年科学センター
長野市水道資料館
長野市立博物館
関川関所道の歴史館
須坂クラッシック美術館美術館
須坂市ふれあい館しらふじ
須坂市立博物館
須坂版画美術館・平塚運一版画美術館
飯山市寺まち交流館高橋まゆみ人形館
飯山市美術館
高井鴻山記念館

Libraries in Hirao

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
L棟(図書館)0.0
Nagano Prefectural Library0.0
中野市立図書館0.0
小布施町図書館まちとしょテラソ0.0
山ノ内町立蟻川図書館0.0
市立須坂図書館0.0
市立飯山図書館0.0
漫画堂0.0
長野市立長野図書館0.0

Hotels in Hirao

45 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aburaya Tousen
Aspen Shiga
Daimaruya Ryokan
HIYASHIYA TORAZO
Hoshikawa-kan
Hotel Grand Phenix Okushiga
Hotel North Shiga
Jigokudani Onsen Korakukan
Koishiya Ryokan
Okushiga Kogen Hotel
Rekishi no Yado Kanaguya
Shiga Grand Hotel
Shiga Kogen Olympic Hotel
Wafu no Yado Masuya Ryokan
Yorozuya
Yudanaka Shibu Onsen-kyo Suimei
ヴィラ・チェリオ
サンタクロース・ホテルズ(SANTA CLAUS HOTELS)
スノーエンジェルイン北志賀
ビワ池ホテル
ホテルアルパイン
ホテルシャレー竜王
ホテルタガワ
ホテルホワイトイン北志賀
ホテル白銀
ホテル竜王
ホテル豊生
北志賀ホリデーイン
北志賀高原ホテル
天川荘
小澤屋
島屋
御園ホテル
志賀パークホテル
志賀ブナ平ロッジ
志賀プリンス
志賀高原プリンスホテル南館
志賀高原プリンスホテル東館フロント
志賀高原プリンスホテル西館
旅館 玉久
木戸池温泉ホテル
竜王ヴィレッジ
竜王パークホテル
竜王プリンスホテル
金喜ホテル

Restaurants in Hirao

33 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apple
Archie's
Asashinaya
Café & Restaurant Rocky
Crystal Terrace
Goen
GREEN
HAKKO
JIN
Rausuan Soba
Restaurant Family
Restaurant Warabi
restaurant ローザンヌ
Sobaroku
SORA terrace cafe
The Farmhouse
Yariya
いさみ寿し
たまや
バサイム
ラーメン・餃子 来々軒
レストハウス寺子屋
レストラン Hi HAPPY
レストラン・ミューズ・シェシゲ
レストラン「だけかんぱ」
味処 みかさ
居酒屋アフター
居酒屋たいむ
山の実
幸鮨
松美食堂
玉川
金新

Cafes in Hirao

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CHAMISE
ENZA
Espoir
コーヒーショップ
ティーサロン 都
福庵

Monuments in Hirao

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Awayin Daijajinja Shrine
Yokoteyama & Shibutoge Ski Area

Zoos in Hirao

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jigokudani Monkey Park

Train Stations in Hirao

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kamijo
Yomase
Yudanaka

Bus Stations in Hirao

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hasuike

Gas Stations in Hirao

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Idemitsu
Idemitsu Kosan
JP #1081822325
昭和シェル

Banks in Hirao

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hachijuni Bank
長野県信用組合

Shopping Malls in Hirao

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

北信州やまのうち

Golf Courses in Hirao

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

志賀高原カントリークラブ

Breweries in Hirao

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Engi
Shiga Kogen

Stadiums & Teams in Hirao

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Hirao

121 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Shinshu-Matsumoto Nomugitoge Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Chateraise Ski Valley Koumi 0.0 $0
Yachiho Kōgen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Tateshina Tokyu Ski Area 0.0 $0
Pilatus Tateshina Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Shirakaba 2 in 1 0.0 $0
Family Gelände Kirigamine Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shirakabako Royal Hill 0.0 $0
Kurumayama Kogen SKYPARK 0.0 $0
Asahi Prime Ski Area 0.0 $0
Echo Valley 0.0 $0
Shirakaba Kogen Kokusai Ski 0.0 $0
Blanche Takayama 0.0 $0
Saku Ski Garden Parada 0.0 $0
Prince Hotels and Resorts Karuizawa 0.0 $0
Takamine Mountain Park Ski Area 0.0 $0
Karuizawa Snow Park 0.0 $0
Kazawa Snow Area 0.0 $0
Hijiri Kogen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Sugadairakogen Pine Beak Ski Area 0.0 $0
Sugadaira Taro Area 0.0 $0
Sugadaira Kogen Davos Hill Ski Area 0.0 $0
Palcall Tsumagoi Resort Ski & Hotel 0.0 $0
Minenohara Kogen 0.0 $0
Jiigatake Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Kashimayari Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Hakuba Sanosaka Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Manza Onsen 0.0 $0
Hakuba Goryu 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Shibutoge Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hakuba 47 0.0 $0
Hakuba Valley 0.0 $0
YAMABOKU Wild Snow Park 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Yokoteyama Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Kumanoyu Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hakuba Happo One 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Hasuike Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Sun Valley Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Maruike Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Giant Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Hoppo Bunadaira Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hakuba Iwatake 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Higashidateyama Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Nishidateyama Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Terakoya Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Takamagahara Mammoth Ski Area 0.0 $0
Akasawa Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Tannenomori Okojo Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Ichinose Family Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Ichinose Diamond Ski Area 0.0 $0
Norn Minakami 0.0 $0
IIZUNA HIGASHI KOGEN RESORT 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Ichinose Yamanokami Ski Area 0.0 $0
Togakushi Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Yakebitaiyama Ski Area 0.0 $0
Tsugaike Kogen 0.0 $0
Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Okushiga Kogen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Kawaba Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Hakuba Cortina 0.0 $0
Ryuoo Ski Park 0.0 $0
Tambara Ski Park 0.0 $0
Yomase Onsen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Kitashiga Komaruyama Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Naeba Ski Resort 0.0 $0
White Valley Ski Area 0.0 $0
Okutone 0.0 $0
X-JAM Takaifuji 0.0 $0
Makinoiri Kogen Snow Park 0.0 $0
Kijimadaira Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Kurohime Kogen 0.0 $0
Tanigawadake Tenjindaira Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hodaigi Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Madarao Kogen Mountain Resort 0.0 $0
Tashiro Area 0.0 $0
Tangram Madarao Ski Circus 0.0 $0
Fujiwara Snow&Spa Resort 0.0 $0
Minakami Kogen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Kagura Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Kagura Area 0.0 $0
Ikenotaira Onsen ALPEN BLICK Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Akakura Kanko Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Mitsumata Area 0.0 $0
Akakura Onsen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Kandatsu Kogen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Nakazato Snow Wood Ski Area 0.0 $0
Seki Onsen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Kyukamura Myoko 0.0 $0
Yuzawa Nakazato Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Nozawa Onsen 0.0 $0
Yuzawa Park Ski Resort 0.0 $0
NASPA Ski Garden 0.0 $0
Itoigawa Seaside Valley Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Ippon Sugi Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Togari Onsen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Iwappara 0.0 $0
Gala Yuzawa Snow Resort 0.0 $0
New Greenpia Tsunan 0.0 $0
Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Maiko Snow Resort 0.0 $0
ARAI SNOW RESORT 0.0 $0
Ishiuchi Hanaoka Ski Area 0.0 $0
Charmant Hiuchi Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Sakae Club Ski Area 0.0 $0
Nakasato Kiyotsu 0.0 $0
Joetsu International 0.0 $0
Cupid Valley Ski Area 0.0 $0
Chateau Shiozawa Ski Area Yoshizato 0.0 $0
Muica Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Kanayasan Ski Area 0.0 $0
Muikamachi Hakkaisan 0.0 $0
Itsukamachi Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hakkai Sanroku Ski Area 0.0 $0
Koide Ski Area 0.0 $0
Yakushi Ski Area 0.0 $0
Koshi Kogen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Suhara Ski Area 0.0 $0
Nagaoka City Ski Area 0.0 $0

Airports Near Hirao

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shinshu-Matsumoto AirportMMJMedium Airport
Isesaki Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Kamisato GliderportSmall Airport
Kirigamine GliderportSmall Airport
Nagano City GliderportSmall Airport
Nishigawara AirfieldSmall Airport
Ogurayama Paraglider LaunchSmall Airport
Tanaka AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Hirao

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Yudanaka Post Office
志賀高原郵便局
渋温泉郵便局

Treatment Centers in Hirao

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
まつした胃腸内科外科クリニック
むくろじ小児科
吉澤産婦人科医院
大門東クリニック
安藤整形外科
小林脳神経外科病院
朝日リハビリテーションセンター
東口メンタルクリニック
板倉内科・糖尿病クリニック
林リウマチ整形外科クリニック
裕生会丸山産婦人科医院
長野県立総合リハビリテーションセンター

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hirao

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Shibu Yakushian
Tenkawa Shrine
上林不動尊
大悲殿 Daihiden Temple (World peace kannon)
安代薬師堂
湯宮神社

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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 Hirao

What is the population of Hirao?

Hirao has a population of 11,352 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 111 people per square mile, spread across 102.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Hirao expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,100, 60% 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 Hirao?

Hirao has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.1 inches, with 12.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Hirao?

The job market in Hirao is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 363 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hirao?

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

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