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Kanaura, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Kanaura is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 2,966. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).
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People
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A+Climate
| Population | 2,966 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.7072°, 141.7889° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.5 inches (1,155 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.1 inches (33 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Kanaura
Kanaura is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 2,966. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kanaura vs Japan Average
Income: Kanaura 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) | 95 |
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 | 1,186 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.6°F |
| 19% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 253 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 228.1 sq mi (590.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.7072°N, 141.7889°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1947 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 119 km |
| 1863 | NW. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 26 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taisetsuzan (144 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 144 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 160 km |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 174 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 5.3 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 4.6 in |
Kanaura has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 20°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.5") and April the driest (2.2").
Schools in Kanaura
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 北海道遠別農業高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立遠別小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立遠別中学校 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Kanaura
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| エコミュージアムセンター | ||||
| 天塩川歴史資料館 |
Restaurants in Kanaura
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kanaura
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Kanaura
13 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kokusetsu Horotachi Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Boyodai Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Wassamu Higashiyama Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Furen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Haboro Chomin Skijo | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Bifuka Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Otoineppu Otoifuji | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Teshio Chomin Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nakatonbestucho Eikotobuki | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Higashigaoka Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Toyotomi Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sarufutsu Sonei Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Wakkanaishi Komadori Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Kanaura
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rishiri Airport | RIS | Medium Airport |
| Wakkanai Airport | WKJ | Medium Airport |
| JGSDF Camp Nayoro Airfield and Heliport | — | Small Airport |
| Rebun Airport | RBJ | Small Airport |
| Sarobetsu Flight Club Airfield | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Kanaura?
Kanaura has a population of 2,966 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 228.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kanaura 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 Kanaura?
Kanaura has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°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 13.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kanaura?
Kanaura has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 95 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kanaura?
The median home value in Kanaura is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.