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Hokuto, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Hokuto is a mid-size city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 46,083. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 46,083 |
| Population Density | 300 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.8163°, 140.6347° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.1 inches (1,299 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.0 inches (33 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Hokuto
Hokuto is a mid-size city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 46,083. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Hokuto vs Japan Average
Income: Hokuto 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) | 1,475 |
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 | 18,433 |
Property Tax
Climate in Hokuto
Hokuto has an average annual temperature of 9.5°C (49°F). The hottest month is Aug (22.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1192 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.7°F |
| 12% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 243 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 153.5 sq mi (397.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 300/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8163°N, 140.6347°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 90.0 m (295 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1741 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Explosion | 90.0 m | 2,000 | 111 km |
| 1640 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Explosion | 8.0 m | 700 | 29 km |
| 1793 | W. OFF AOMORI | Earthquake | 1.8 m | 12 | 122 km |
| 1982 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 110 | 148 km |
| 1983 | N. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 138 km |
| 1993 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 69 km |
| 1766 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | - | 1,700 | 102 km |
| 1341 | JUSANKO, TSUGARU AOMORI PREFECTURE | Earthquake | - | 2,600 | 131 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hokkaido-Komagatake (28 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Hokkaido-Komagatake | Stratovolcano | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) | 2000 | 28 km |
| Esan | Lava dome(s) | 618 m (2,028 ft) | 1874 | 44 km |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 72 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 83 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 87 km |
| Oshima-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 732 m (2,402 ft) | 1790 | 111 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 113 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 115 km |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 118 km |
| Hakkodasan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,585 m (5,200 ft) | 1550 | 130 km |
| Iwakisan | Stratovolcano | 1,625 m (5,331 ft) | 1863 | 132 km |
| Towada | Caldera | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | 915 | 147 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.9 in | Driest |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 5.4 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 6.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 3.7 in |
Hokuto has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 27°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.8") and February the driest (2.9").
Schools in Hokuto
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 茂辺地小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 北斗市立谷川小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立石別中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立石別小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 北海道七飯養護学校おしま学園分校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Hokuto
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Hokuto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exhibition for History of Carl Raymon | ||||
| Exhibition for History of Carl Raymon | ||||
| Ferry Memorial Ship Mashu-maru | ||||
| Ferry Memorial Ship Mashu-maru | ||||
| Former British Consulate of Hakodate | ||||
| Former British Consulate of Hakodate | ||||
| Former residence of Soma Teppei | ||||
| Former residence of Soma Teppei | ||||
| Future Center Hakodate | ||||
| Future Center Hakodate | ||||
| Hakodate City Museum | ||||
| Hakodate City Museum | ||||
| Hakodate City Museum of Literature | ||||
| Hakodate City Museum of Literature | ||||
| Hakodate Museum of Art, Hokkaido | ||||
| Hakodate Museum of Art, Hokkaido | ||||
| Hakodate Museum of Northern Peoples | ||||
| Hakodate Museum of Northern Peoples | ||||
| Hokkaido Sakamoto Ryoma Museum | ||||
| Hokkaido Sakamoto Ryoma Museum | ||||
| Ichijo Hakodate Museum Local Museum Former Kanemori Yoko | ||||
| Ichijo Hakodate Museum Local Museum Former Kanemori Yoko | ||||
| Kahee Museum | ||||
| Kahee Museum | ||||
| Kitajima Saburo Museum | ||||
| Kitajima Saburo Museum | ||||
| Museum of Kahei Takadaya | ||||
| Museum of Kahei Takadaya | ||||
| North Pacific Museum | ||||
| North Pacific Museum | ||||
| 土方・啄木浪漫館 | ||||
| 土方・啄木浪漫館 | ||||
| 安田倉庫記念ギャラリー | ||||
| 安田倉庫記念ギャラリー | ||||
| 知内町郷土資料館 |
Libraries in Hokuto
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hakodate City Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hakodate City Office Board of Education School Education Department Chitose Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hakodate City Office Board of Education School Education Department Chitose Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 函館高専図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 函館高専図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北斗市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北斗市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 図書館（E棟） | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Hokuto
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ekini Market | |||||
| Hakodate City Fisheries Local Wholesale Market | |||||
| Hakodate Morning Market | |||||
| Hakodate Morning Market Square | |||||
| 函館朝市塩干物市場 | |||||
| 鹿部地方卸売市場 |
Veterinaries in Hokuto
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Hokuto
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Hokuto
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Chiyogadai Baseball Stadium, Hakodate | ||
| Hakodate Arena | ||
| Hakodate Chiyogadai Stadium | ||
| Hakodate Racecourse | ||
| Hakodate Velodrome |
Ski Resorts Near Hokuto
9 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furusatonomori Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kaminokuni Chomin Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Assabu Chomin (Taikoyama) Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Niyama Kogen Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hakodate Nanae Snowpark | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Greenpia Onuma | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Yakumo Choei Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Muroran-shi Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Pirika Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Hokuto
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hakodate Airport | HKD | Large Airport |
| JASDF Yakumo Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Camp Horobetsu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| JMSDF Ōminato Base | - | Small Airport |
| Shikabe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Shiraoi Gliderport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Hokuto
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hokuto Taniyoshi Post office | |
| 茂辺地郵便局 |
Treatment Centers in Hokuto
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Iryouhojinshojinkai Takeda Clinics |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hokuto
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Taniyoshi inari shrine | |
| Tomikawa hachiman shrine | |
| 水無山神神社 |
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Hokuto
What is the population of Hokuto?
Hokuto has a population of 46,083 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 300 people per square mile, spread across 153.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Hokuto 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 Hokuto?
Hokuto has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.1 inches, with 13.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Hokuto?
Hokuto has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 1,475 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Hokuto?
The median home value in Hokuto is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.