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Kafukamura, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Kafukamura is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 2,509. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
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| Population | 2,509 |
| Population Density | 85 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.3021°, 141.0412° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.6 inches (1,107 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.8 inches (33 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Kafukamura
Kafukamura is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 2,509. The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet (50 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kafukamura vs Japan Average
Income: Kafukamura 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) | 80 |
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 | 1,004 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.1°F |
| 20% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Area | 29.5 sq mi (76.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 85/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.3021°N, 141.0412°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 |
| 1971 | TATAR STRAIT | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 137 km |
| 1971 | TATAR STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 122 km |
| 1971 | TATAR STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 112 km |
| 1971 | TATAR STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 122 km |
| 1863 | NW. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 86 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 38°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 4.4 in |
Kafukamura has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 22°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.1") and April the driest (2.1").
Schools in Kafukamura
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立香深中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立礼文小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 礼文町立香深井小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Rebun High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kafukamura
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kafukamura
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 利尻町立博物館 | ||||
| 礼文町郷土資料館 |
Libraries in Kafukamura
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Book愛ランドれぶん | 0.0 |
Hotels in Kafukamura
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kafukamura
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kafukamura
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Kafukamura
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kafukamura
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kafukamura
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Kafukamura
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fujimigaoka Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Wakkanaishi Komadori Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Kafukamura
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rishiri Airport | RIS | Medium Airport |
| Rebun Airport | RBJ | Small Airport |
| Sarobetsu Flight Club Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kafukamura
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 内路郵便局 | |
| 礼文香深郵便局 | |
| 香深井郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kafukamura
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 元地神社 | |
| 厳島神社 | |
| 礼香寺 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Kafukamura?
Kafukamura has a population of 2,509 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 85 people per square mile, spread across 29.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kafukamura 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 Kafukamura?
Kafukamura has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.6 inches, with 12.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kafukamura?
Kafukamura has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 80 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kafukamura?
The median home value in Kafukamura is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.