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Kikonai, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Kikonai is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 4,448. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
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| Population | 4,448 |
| Population Density | 52 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.6828°, 140.4303° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.4 inches (1,306 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.4 inches (34 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Kikonai
Kikonai is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 4,448. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kikonai vs Japan Average
Income: Kikonai 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) | 142 |
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 | 1,779 |
Property Tax
Climate in Kikonai
Kikonai has an average annual temperature of 9.5°C (49°F). The hottest month is Aug (22.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1192 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 243 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 85.7 sq mi (221.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 52/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6828°N, 140.4303°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 90.0 m (295 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1741 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Explosion | 90.0 m | 2,000 | 91 km |
| 1640 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Explosion | 8.0 m | 700 | 48 km |
| 1793 | W. OFF AOMORI | Earthquake | 1.8 m | 12 | 101 km |
| 1983 | N. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 117 km |
| 1993 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 59 km |
| 1766 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | — | 1,700 | 90 km |
| 1341 | JUSANKO, TSUGARU AOMORI PREFECTURE | Earthquake | — | 2,600 | 109 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
14 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hokkaido-Komagatake (47 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Hokkaido-Komagatake | Stratovolcano | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) | 2000 | 47 km |
| Esan | Lava dome(s) | 618 m (2,028 ft) | 1874 | 63 km |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 73 km |
| Oshima-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 732 m (2,402 ft) | 1790 | 91 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 102 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 108 km |
| Iwakisan | Stratovolcano | 1,625 m (5,331 ft) | 1863 | 115 km |
| Hakkodasan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,585 m (5,200 ft) | 1550 | 120 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 131 km |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 134 km |
| Towada | Caldera | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | 915 | 136 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 136 km |
| Akita-Yakeyama | Stratovolcano | 1,366 m (4,482 ft) | 1997 | 193 km |
| Hachimantai | Stratovolcano | 1,613 m (5,292 ft) | -5350 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 5.6 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.8 in |
Kikonai has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 25°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.7") and February the driest (3.0").
Schools in Kikonai
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 木古内町立木古内中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 木古内町立木古内小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kikonai
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kikonai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 森林展示館 | ||||
| 横綱千代の山・千代の富士記念館 | ||||
| 知内町郷土資料館 | ||||
| 福島町 青函トンネル記念館 |
Libraries in Kikonai
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 北斗市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北斗市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 厚沢部町図書館・郷土資料館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Kikonai
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kikonai
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kikonai
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kikonai
5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kikonai
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kikonai
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Kikonai
7 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furusatonomori Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kaminokuni Chomin Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Assabu Chomin (Taikoyama) Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Niyama Kogen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hakodate Nanae Snowpark | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Greenpia Onuma | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yakumo Choei Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Kikonai
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hakodate Airport | HKD | Large Airport |
| JASDF Yakumo Airbase | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Camp Horobetsu Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| JMSDF Ōminato Base | — | Small Airport |
| Shikabe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kikonai
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 木古内郵便局 | |
| 札苅郵便局 | |
| 泉沢郵便局 | |
| 釜谷簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kikonai
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 佐女川神社 | |
| 佐女沼 | |
| 円照寺 | |
| 古泉神社 | |
| 大泉寺 | |
| 建川神社 | |
| 最勝寺 | |
| 洞泉寺 | |
| 禅燈時 | |
| 薬師堂 | |
| 西野神社 | |
| 願応寺 | |
| 鶴岡神社 |
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What is the population of Kikonai?
Kikonai has a population of 4,448 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 85.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kikonai 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 Kikonai?
Kikonai has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.4 inches, with 13.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kikonai?
Kikonai has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 142 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kikonai?
The median home value in Kikonai is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.