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Kamishihoro, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Kamishihoro is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 4,908. Elevation: 902 ft (275 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).
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About Kamishihoro
Kamishihoro is a town located in Tokachi Subprefecture, Hokkaidō, Japan. As of 31 December 2025, the town had an estimated population of 4,677 in 2578 households, and a population density of 5 people per km2. The total area of the town is 694.23 km2 (268.04 sq mi).
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| Population | 4,908 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 902 ft (275 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.2351°, 143.2852° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.4 inches (1,154 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.4 inches (34 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Kamishihoro
Kamishihoro is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 4,908. The city sits at an elevation of 902 feet (275 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kamishihoro vs Japan Average
Income: Kamishihoro 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) | 157 |
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 | 1,963 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.2°F |
| 26% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 902 ft (275 m) |
| Area | 371.9 sq mi (963.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2351°N, 143.2852°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | 129 km |
| 1982 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 110 | 142 km |
| 1938 | E. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | 1 | 92 km |
| 1956 | NE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 135 km |
| 1962 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 126 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Maruyama (29 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 29 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 53 km |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 59 km |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 61 km |
| Kussharo | Caldera | 574 m (1,883 ft) | 1320 | 101 km |
| Mashu | Caldera | 857 m (2,812 ft) | 1080 | 110 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 167 km |
| Shiretoko-Iozan | Stratovolcano | 1,562 m (5,125 ft) | 1936 | 181 km |
| Tomariyama [Golovnin] | Caldera | 535 m (1,755 ft) | 1848 | 191 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-11°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 38°F (4°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 4.4 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.5 in |
Kamishihoro has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 13°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.3") and February the driest (1.9").
Schools in Kamishihoro
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 萩ケ岡小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 上士幌小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 旧 北居辺小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 上士幌小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 上士幌高校 | — | — | — | — |
| 上士幌中学校 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Kamishihoro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Higashitaisetu Nature Center | ||||
| Kamishihoro Railway Museum | ||||
| 上士幌町鉄道資料館 | ||||
| 士幌町農協農協記念館 | ||||
| 池田町郷土資料館 |
Libraries in Kamishihoro
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamishihoro Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 士幌町したしみ図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 生涯学習センター わっか | 0.0 | |||||
| 音更町図書館 分館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Kamishihoro
13 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kamishihoro
14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kamishihoro
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kamishihoro
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kamishihoro
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kamishihoro
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kamishihoro
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kamishihoro
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Kamishihoro
14 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 | — | — | — |
| Nipo Town | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tomamu Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shintokuyama | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sahoro | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nukabira Gensenkyo Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahidake | 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 | — | — | — |
| Northern Arc Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Kamishihoro
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tokachi Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Tokachi-Obihiro Airport | OBO | Medium Airport |
| Ashoro Meto Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Biei Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Hokkaido Spaceport | — | Small Airport |
| Hopeland Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kamishihoro Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Kitami Agricultural Airfield / Skyport Kitami | — | Small Airport |
| Shintoku Agricultural Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kamishihoro
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ひとり観音 | |
| 上士幌神社 | |
| 光明寺 西 | |
| 天理教 | |
| 妙正寺 | |
| 法輪寺 東 | |
| 神社 | |
| 総林寺 吉祥閣 | |
| 遍照寺 |
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What is the population of Kamishihoro?
Kamishihoro has a population of 4,908 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 371.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kamishihoro 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 Kamishihoro?
Kamishihoro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.4 inches, with 13.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kamishihoro?
Kamishihoro has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 157 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kamishihoro?
The median home value in Kamishihoro is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.