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Kamihonbetsu, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Kamihonbetsu is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 6,618. Elevation: 233 ft (71 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).
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| Population | 6,618 |
| Population Density | 38 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 233 ft (71 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.1437°, 143.6120° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.7 inches (1,084 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.1 inches (23 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Kamihonbetsu
Kamihonbetsu is a small city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 6,618. The city sits at an elevation of 233 feet (71 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 15°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kamihonbetsu vs Japan Average
Income: Kamihonbetsu vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $28,900 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 212 |
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 | 2,647 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.0°F |
| 22% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 233 ft (71 m) |
| Area | 172.7 sq mi (447.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 38/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1437°N, 143.6120°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.5 m (21 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1952 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 6.5 m | 33 | 112 km |
| 2003 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 4.4 m | 2 | 150 km |
| 1982 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 110 | 150 km |
| 1938 | E. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | 1 | 75 km |
| 1956 | NE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 134 km |
| 2004 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 123 km |
| 1962 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 108 km |
| 2008 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 6 | 140 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Akan (42 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 42 km |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 56 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 81 km |
| Kussharo | Caldera | 574 m (1,883 ft) | 1320 | 84 km |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 84 km |
| Mashu | Caldera | 857 m (2,812 ft) | 1080 | 90 km |
| Shiretoko-Iozan | Stratovolcano | 1,562 m (5,125 ft) | 1936 | 166 km |
| Tomariyama [Golovnin] | Caldera | 535 m (1,755 ft) | 1848 | 171 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 189 km |
| Raususan [Mendeleev] | Stratovolcano | 882 m (2,894 ft) | 1880 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-10°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.2 in |
Kamihonbetsu has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 15°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.3") and February the driest (1.7").
Schools in Kamihonbetsu
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 上浦幌中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 上浦幌中央小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 勇足小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 本別町立勇足中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 北海道本別高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 本別町立本別中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 本別町立本別中央小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立仙美里小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kamihonbetsu
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kamihonbetsu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DCTgarden IKEDA | ||||
| Ikeda Wine Castle | ||||
| 仙美里鉄道資料館 | ||||
| 十勝川資料館 | ||||
| 歴史民族資料館 | ||||
| 池田町郷土資料館 |
Libraries in Kamihonbetsu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honbetsu Town Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Kamihonbetsu
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kamihonbetsu
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Kamihonbetsu
11 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hakugindai Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Memuro | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Akenogaoka Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Akan Royal Valley | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nukabira Gensenkyo Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Oketocho Minamigaoka | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Wakamatsu Shimin Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Rubeshibe-cho Happodai | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Higashimokoto Shirakabadai Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Bihoro Lily Yama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Kamihonbetsu
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kushiro Airport | KUH | Medium Airport |
| Memanbetsu Airport | MMB | Medium Airport |
| Tokachi Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Tokachi-Obihiro Airport | OBO | Medium Airport |
| Ashoro Meto Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bihoro Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Hokkaido Spaceport | — | Small Airport |
| Hopeland Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| JGDSF Camp Bihoro Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kamishihoro Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Kitami Agricultural Airfield / Skyport Kitami | — | Small Airport |
| Shintoku Agricultural Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kamihonbetsu
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 仙美里郵便局 | |
| 勇足郵便局 | |
| 本別郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kamihonbetsu
18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| カトリック本別教会 | |
| チエトイ神社 | |
| 仙美里神社 | |
| 光仙寺 | |
| 八幡神社 | |
| 共栄神社 | |
| 勇足神社 | |
| 大日山 密厳寺 | |
| 天理教勇足分教会 | |
| 専光寺 | |
| 川上神社 | |
| 本別神社 | |
| 東中神社 | |
| 法華寺 | |
| 真経寺 | |
| 秋葉神社 | |
| 西中神社 | |
| 西仙神社 |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Kamihonbetsu
What is the population of Kamihonbetsu?
Kamihonbetsu has a population of 6,618 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 172.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kamihonbetsu 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 Kamihonbetsu?
Kamihonbetsu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.7 inches, with 9.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kamihonbetsu?
Kamihonbetsu has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 212 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kamihonbetsu?
The median home value in Kamihonbetsu is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.