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Imabetsu, Japan
Aomori · Japan
Imabetsu is a small town in Aomori, Japan with a population of 2,562. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Imabetsu
Imabetsu is a town located in Aomori Prefecture, Japan and a part of the Aomori metropolitan area. As of 31 December 2022, the town had an estimated population of 2,311 in 1338 households, and a population density of 18 persons per km2. The total area of the town is 125.27 km2 (48.37 sq mi).
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| Population | 2,562 |
| Population Density | 57 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.1750°, 140.4844° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Aomori |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.0 inches (1,295 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.5 inches (37 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $25,400 |
| Median Age | 51.4 years |
About Imabetsu
Imabetsu is a small town in Japan (Aomori) with a population of 2,562. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet (43 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Imabetsu vs Japan Average
Income: Imabetsu vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $25,400 |
| 66% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 82 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $62,000 |
| 78% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $310 |
| 73% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 1,025 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.5°F |
| 12% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Area | 44.9 sq mi (116.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 57/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.1750°N, 140.4844°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
14 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 | 100 km |
| 1983 | NOSHIRO, JAPAN | Earthquake | 14.9 m | 104 | 141 km |
| 1640 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Explosion | 8.0 m | 700 | 101 km |
| 1763 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | - | 134 km |
| 1793 | W. OFF AOMORI | Earthquake | 1.8 m | 12 | 58 km |
| 1939 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 27 | 146 km |
| 1983 | N. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 117 km |
| 2025 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.7 m | - | 143 km |
| 1912 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 148 km |
| 1945 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 2 | 139 km |
| 1993 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 105 km |
| 1766 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | - | 1,700 | 36 km |
| 1763 | SANRIKU, HACHIONHE | Earthquake | - | - | 138 km |
| 1341 | JUSANKO, TSUGARU AOMORI PREFECTURE | Earthquake | - | 2,600 | 85 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Osorezan (54 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 54 km |
| Iwakisan | Stratovolcano | 1,625 m (5,331 ft) | 1863 | 60 km |
| Hakkodasan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,585 m (5,200 ft) | 1550 | 66 km |
| Towada | Caldera | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | 915 | 81 km |
| Esan | Lava dome(s) | 618 m (2,028 ft) | 1874 | 90 km |
| Hokkaido-Komagatake | Stratovolcano | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) | 2000 | 100 km |
| Oshima-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 732 m (2,402 ft) | 1790 | 100 km |
| Akita-Yakeyama | Stratovolcano | 1,366 m (4,482 ft) | 1997 | 137 km |
| Hachimantai | Stratovolcano | 1,613 m (5,292 ft) | -5350 | 139 km |
| Megata | Maar(s) | 291 m (955 ft) | -2050 | 150 km |
| Iwatesan | Complex | 2,038 m (6,686 ft) | 1919 | 153 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 155 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 157 km |
| Akita-Komagatake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,637 m (5,371 ft) | 1971 | 160 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 5.4 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 4.1 in |
Imabetsu has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 25°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.5") and April the driest (3.0").
Schools in Imabetsu
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 外ヶ浜町立三厩小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 外ヶ浜町立三厩中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 今別町立今別小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| Imabetsu Junior High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Imabetsu
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Imabetsu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Okuya Ryokan / Cape Tappi Tourist Information | ||||
| Seikan Tunnel Museum | ||||
| 宮越家 離れ(詩夢庵) | ||||
| 竜飛ウィンドパーク展示館 |
Libraries in Imabetsu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 中泊町図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Imabetsu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 蟹田駅前市場 ウェル蟹 |
Hotels in Imabetsu
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Imabetsu
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Imabetsu
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Imabetsu
8 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Imabetsu
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Imabetsu
10 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owani Onsen Ski Resort International Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Iwakisan Hyakuzawa Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hakkoda Kokusai Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Aomori Spring Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Moya Hills | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Makado Onsen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kase Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| 夜越山スキー場 | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Furusatonomori Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kaminokuni Chomin Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Imabetsu
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aomori Airport | AOJ | Large Airport |
| Hakodate Airport | HKD | Large Airport |
| Hirosaki Fifteen Club Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| JMSDF Ōminato Base | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Imabetsu
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Horotsuki Post Office | |
| Imabetsu Post Office | |
| Mimmaya Post Office | |
| Tappimisaki Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Imabetsu
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gikeiji | |
| 今別八幡宮 | |
| 本覚寺 | |
| 正行寺 | |
| 湊久庵 |
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What is the population of Imabetsu?
Imabetsu has a population of 2,562 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 44.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Imabetsu expensive to live in?
The median household income is $25,400, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $62,000 (78% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $310 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 Imabetsu?
Imabetsu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.0 inches, with 14.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Imabetsu?
Imabetsu has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 82 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Imabetsu?
The median home value in Imabetsu is $62,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $310.