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Kamiikusaka, Japan

Nagano · Japan

Kamiikusaka is a small town in Nagano, Japan with a population of 1,639. Elevation: 1,821 ft (555 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,639 Population 106/sq mi density
1,821 ft Elevation 555 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
45.5 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
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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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Full City Profile

People

Population1,639
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density106/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,100
Unemployment2.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,000
Rent$380
Housing Units656

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,821 ft (555 m)
Population1,639
Population Density106 / sq mi
Elevation1,821 ft (555 m)
Coordinates36.4167°, 137.9333°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNagano
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation45.5 inches (1,156 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.7 inches (15 cm)
Median Household Income$30,100
Median Age50.0 years

About Kamiikusaka

Kamiikusaka is a small town in Japan (Nagano) with a population of 1,639. The city sits at an elevation of 1,821 feet (555 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Kamiikusaka has a population of 1,639 with a density of 106 people per square mile, spread across 15.5 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,639
Total Population
106
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
15.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kamiikusaka vs Japan Average

The median household income in Kamiikusaka 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 52 business establishments.

Income: Kamiikusaka vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)52

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kamiikusaka 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 656 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 Units656

Property Tax

Climate in Kamiikusaka

Kamiikusaka has an average annual temperature of 12.8°C (55°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.2°C), the coldest is Jan (0.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1047 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0.2°C / 32°F -4.8° / 5.2° 45.2
Feb 1.2°C / 34°F -4.3° / 6.6° 35.0
Mar 5°C / 41°F -1.1° / 11.2° 83.1
Apr 11.1°C / 52°F 4.4° / 17.9° 78.0
May 17.2°C / 63°F 10.6° / 23.7° 92.3
Jun 21°C / 70°F 15.5° / 26.4° 113.9
Jul 24.7°C / 76°F 19.6° / 29.8° 130.2
Aug 26.2°C / 79°F 20.6° / 31.7° 98.0
Sep 21.4°C / 71°F 16.5° / 26.2° 156.3
Oct 14.4°C / 58°F 9.2° / 19.7° 127.5
Nov 8.2°C / 47°F 2.6° / 13.9° 55.6
Dec 2.8°C / 37°F -2.3° / 7.8° 32.1
Kamiikusaka experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,821 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below Japan avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,821 ft (555 m)
Area15.5 sq mi (40.2 km²)
Population Density106/sq mi
Coordinates36.4167°N, 137.9333°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.5"
20% above Japan avg
Snowfall 5.7"
Wettest Month (Sep) 6.61"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

702 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 M7.5 133 km
Jul 16, 2007 20 km NNW of Kashiwazaki, Japan M6.6 132 km
Feb 7, 1993 69 km NNE of Nanao, Japan M6.6 149 km
Mar 11, 2011 13 km E of Arai, Japan M6.2 77 km
May 5, 2023 49 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M6.2 138 km
Jan 1, 2024 8 km SW of Anamizu, Japan M6.2 131 km
Mar 15, 2011 6 km NNW of Fujinomiya, Japan M6.0 140 km
Feb 25, 2013 29 km NE of Numata, Japan M5.8 126 km
Jan 1, 2024 42 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.8 134 km
Mar 11, 2011 eastern Honshu, Japan M5.7 67 km
Jul 16, 2007 16 km NNW of Kashiwazaki, Japan M5.7 130 km
Jun 2, 2024 40 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.7 129 km
Jan 1, 2024 54 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 131 km
May 5, 2023 43 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 133 km
Mar 6, 1996 13 km NNE of Gotenba, Japan M5.6 145 km
Jan 1, 2024 7 km N of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 135 km
Jan 1, 2024 56 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.5 132 km
Mar 15, 2012 3 km ENE of ?me, Japan M5.5 139 km
Aug 15, 1998 22 km WSW of Hotaka, Japan M5.5 31 km
Apr 11, 2011 8 km WSW of Iiyama, Japan M5.5 54 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Faxai Category 3 202 km
2019 Hagibis Category 1 160 km
2018 Jebi Category 2 154 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 226 km
2016 Mindulle Category 1 275 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 174 km
2011 Roke Category 2 127 km
2009 Melor Category 1 295 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 146 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 204 km
2004 Ma-on Category 3 183 km
2004 Chaba Category 1 198 km
2003 Etau Category 1 180 km
2002 Higos Category 2 186 km
2001 Danas Category 1 190 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 279 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 50 km
1998 Zeb Category 1 200 km
1998 Stella Category 1 160 km
1996 Kirk Category 1 156 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

13 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 549 133 km
1993 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.5 m 149 km
1987 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.2 m 115 km
2023 NOTO PENINSULA, JAPAN Earthquake 0.1 m 1 137 km
2007 HONSHU: W COAST Earthquake 15 137 km
1892 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1 120 km
1802 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 19 146 km
1799 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 121 km
1751 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 2,100 88 km
1614 NIIGATA PREFECTURE Earthquake 121 km
1448 SADO, JAPAN Earthquake 123 km
887 NIIGATA Earthquake 2,000 121 km
863 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 76 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Washiba-Kumonotaira (30 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Washiba-Kumonotaira Shield(s) 2,924 m (9,593 ft) Unknown 30 km
Midagahara Stratovolcano 2,621 m (8,599 ft) 1839 35 km
Yakedake Stratovolcano(es) 2,455 m (8,054 ft) 1995 38 km
Norikuradake Stratovolcano(es) 3,026 m (9,928 ft) -50 49 km
Yokodake Stratovolcano(es) 2,480 m (8,136 ft) 1200 51 km
Asamayama Complex 2,568 m (8,425 ft) 2019 53 km
Myokosan Stratovolcano 2,454 m (8,051 ft) -750 55 km
Niigata-Yakeyama Lava dome 2,400 m (7,874 ft) 1998 57 km
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 58 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 60 km
Ontakesan Complex 3,067 m (10,062 ft) 2014 71 km
Harunasan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) 550 82 km
Hakusan Stratovolcano 2,702 m (8,865 ft) 1659 108 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 114 km
Hiuchigatake Stratovolcano 2,356 m (7,730 ft) 1544 135 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.1 in
March 37°F (3°C) 3.1 in
April 49°F (10°C) 3.5 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.9 in
June 65°F (19°C) 6.1 in
July 72°F (22°C) 5.9 in
August 75°F (24°C) 4.2 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 6.6 in Wettest
October 54°F (12°C) 4.0 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.6 in Driest

Kamiikusaka has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 29°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.6") and December the driest (1.6").

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Museums in Kamiikusaka

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Azumino Municipal Museum of Modern Art, TOYOSHINA
Japan History Museum
Kaichi School Museum
Matsumoto Castle
Matsumoto City Museum
Matsumoto City Museum
Matsumoto City Museum of Art
Matsumoto City Timepiece Museum
Nishimaru Shinya Memorial Hall
Omachi Energy Museum
Rokuzan art museum
Scale Museum
Takahashi Setsuro Art Museum of Azumino
The Takahashi Family Residence
こども美術館
さらしなの里歴史資料館
ひとミュージアム 上野誠版画館
ふる里漫画館
伴月楼記念館
信州新町化石博物館
信州新町美術館
信濃松川美術館
北アルプス展望美術館
千曲市アートまちかど
千曲市稲荷山宿・蔵し館
坂城町文化財センター
坂木宿 ふるさと歴史館
大本営海軍部壕資料館
大町山岳博物館
安曇野ちひろ美術館
小川村郷土歴史館 ふるさとらんど小川
山と自然博物館
山形村ふるさと伝承館
御船会館
有島生馬記念館
森将軍塚古墳館
武水別神社神官 松田邸
田淵行男記念館
穂高人形研修館
筑北村歴史民俗資料館
筑北村考古資料館
鉄の展示館
長野市水道資料館
長野県立歴史館
青木村五島慶太未来創造館
青木村民俗資料館

Libraries in Kamiikusaka

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
あがたの森図書館0.0
あがたの森図書館0.0
中央図書館0.0
千曲市立更埴図書館0.0
寿台図書館0.0
本郷図書館0.0
松川村図書館0.0
松本市空港図書館0.0
池田町図書館0.0
筑北村図書館0.0
豊科図書館0.0
長野市立南部図書館0.0
長野市立南部図書館0.0
青木村図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Kamiikusaka

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
(株)戸倉中央青果市場
アルプス市場
ファーマーズガーデンうちだ
松本青果物流通センター
産直市場 ヤマサン

Breweries in Kamiikusaka

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
天法酒造

Stadiums & Teams in Kamiikusaka

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Kamiikusaka

97 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Shiga Kogen Nishidateyama Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Okushiga Kogen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Tsugaike Kogen 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Yakebitaiyama Ski Area 0.0 $0
Togakushi Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Ichinose Yamanokami Ski Area 0.0 $0
IIZUNA HIGASHI KOGEN RESORT 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Ichinose Diamond Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Ichinose Family Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Tannenomori Okojo Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Takamagahara Mammoth Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Terakoya Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hakuba Cortina 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Higashidateyama Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hakuba Iwatake 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Hoppo Bunadaira Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Giant Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Maruike Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Sun Valley Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Hasuike Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hakuba Happo One 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Kumanoyu Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Yokoteyama Ski Area 0.0 $0
YAMABOKU Wild Snow Park 0.0 $0
Akakura Kanko Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Kanayasan Ski Area 0.0 $0
Cupid Valley Ski Area 0.0 $0
Sakae Club Ski Area 0.0 $0
Charmant Hiuchi Snow Resort 0.0 $0
ARAI SNOW RESORT 0.0 $0
Togari Onsen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Itoigawa Seaside Valley Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Nozawa Onsen 0.0 $0
Kyukamura Myoko 0.0 $0
Seki Onsen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Akakura Onsen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hakuba Valley 0.0 $0
Ikenotaira Onsen ALPEN BLICK Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Tangram Madarao Ski Circus 0.0 $0
Madarao Kogen Mountain Resort 0.0 $0
Kurohime Kogen 0.0 $0
Kijimadaira Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Makinoiri Kogen Snow Park 0.0 $0
X-JAM Takaifuji 0.0 $0
Kitashiga Komaruyama Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Yomase Onsen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Ryuoo Ski Park 0.0 $0
Yachiho Kōgen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Blanche Takayama 0.0 $0
Shirakaba Kogen Kokusai Ski 0.0 $0
Echo Valley 0.0 $0
Asahi Prime Ski Area 0.0 $0
Blue Resort Norikura 0.0 $0
Kurumayama Kogen SKYPARK 0.0 $0
Shirakabako Royal Hill 0.0 $0
Family Gelände Kirigamine Ski Area 0.0 $0
Shirakaba 2 in 1 0.0 $0
Pilatus Tateshina Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Tateshina Tokyu Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hida Takayama Municipal Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Chateraise Ski Valley Koumi 0.0 $0
Shinshu-Matsumoto Nomugitoge Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Hida Funayama Snow Resort Arkopia 0.0 $0
Yabuhara Kogen 0.0 $0
Sun Meadows Kiyosato Ski Area 0.0 $0
Kisofukushima Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Chateraise Ski Valley Nobeyama 0.0 $0
Mia Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Fujimi Kougen Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Fujimi Panorama Resort 0.0 $0
Chuo-do Ina Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Palcall Tsumagoi Resort Ski & Hotel 0.0 $0
Hakuba 47 0.0 $0
Shiga Kogen Shibutoge Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hakuba Goryu 0.0 $0
Manza Onsen 0.0 $0
Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Hakuba Sanosaka Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Kashimayari Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Awasuno Ski Area 0.0 $0
Tateyama Sanroku Ski Area 0.0 $0
Jiigatake Snow Resort 0.0 $0
Minenohara Kogen 0.0 $0
Komagane Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Sugadaira Kogen Davos Hill Ski Area 0.0 $0
Sugadaira Taro Area 0.0 $0
Sugadairakogen Pine Beak Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hijiri Kogen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Kazawa Snow Area 0.0 $0
Karuizawa Snow Park 0.0 $0
Takamine Mountain Park Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hida Nagareha Resort 0.0 $0
Saku Ski Garden Parada 0.0 $0
Hirayu Onsen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Honokidaira Ski Area 0.0 $0

Airports Near Kamiikusaka

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shinshu-Matsumoto AirportMMJMedium Airport
Toyama Kitokito AirportTOYMedium Airport
Futaba AirportSmall Airport
Hida AirparkSmall Airport
Kirigamine GliderportSmall Airport
Nagano City GliderportSmall Airport
Nirasaki GliderportSmall Airport
Nishigawara AirfieldSmall Airport
Ogurayama Paraglider LaunchSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Kamiikusaka

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
北原メンタルクリニック

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 Kamiikusaka

What is the population of Kamiikusaka?

Kamiikusaka has a population of 1,639 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 106 people per square mile, spread across 15.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kamiikusaka 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 Kamiikusaka?

Kamiikusaka has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.5 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kamiikusaka?

The job market in Kamiikusaka is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 52 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kamiikusaka?

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

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