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Mukawa, Japan

Hokkaido · Japan

Mukawa is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 7,651. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
7,651 Population 11/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
44.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,900 Median Income
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Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$28,900 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

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About Mukawa

Mukawa

Mukawa is a town located in Iburi Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan.

People

Population7,651
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density11/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,900
Unemployment3.0%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units3,060

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population7,651
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates42.5719°, 141.9264°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation44.2 inches (1,122 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.4 inches (21 cm)
Median Household Income$28,900
Median Age49.6 years

About Mukawa

Mukawa is a small city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 7,651. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Mukawa has a population of 7,651 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 718.9 square miles. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,651
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above Japan avg
718.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mukawa vs Japan Average

The median household income in Mukawa is $28,900, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 245 business establishments.

Income: Mukawa vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,900
62% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)245

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mukawa is $68,000, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $340 (71% below the national average of $1,163). There are 3,060 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

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 Units3,060

Property Tax

Climate in Mukawa

Mukawa has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1160 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 33.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 25.1
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 54.6
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 85.5
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 90.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 98.3
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 186.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 218.2
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 136.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 104.5
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 81.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 47.4
Mukawa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. The area receives 8.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below Japan avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area718.9 sq mi (1,862.0 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates42.5719°N, 141.9264°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.2"
16% above Japan avg
Snowfall 8.4"
Wettest Month (Aug) 6.26"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,151 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M5.1 on Aug 18, 2025.

Feb 2, 2013 18 km SSW of Obihiro, Japan M6.9 98 km
Jan 14, 2016 52 km SE of Shizunai-furukawach?, Japan M6.7 97 km
Nov 26, 1991 33 km SSE of Shizunai-furukawach?, Japan M6.4 76 km
Aug 24, 1992 9 km NNW of Honch?, Japan M6.2 123 km
Jun 11, 2023 20 km WSW of Biratori, Japan M6.2 5 km
Jul 12, 1992 70 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan M6.2 124 km
Jun 8, 2015 74 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan M6.1 113 km
Feb 20, 1997 61 km SSE of Shizunai-furukawach?, Japan M6.0 104 km
May 23, 2012 72 km E of Mutsu, Japan M5.9 138 km
Aug 25, 2012 45 km ENE of Shizunai-furukawach?, Japan M5.9 83 km
Sep 26, 1995 98 km SE of Shizunai-furukawach?, Japan M5.9 143 km
May 5, 2023 68 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan M5.9 118 km
Jun 12, 1991 17 km SE of Obihiro, Japan M5.8 117 km
Apr 29, 2008 70 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan M5.8 125 km
Jan 30, 1998 70 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan M5.8 124 km
Jun 10, 2004 49 km E of Shizunai-furukawach?, Japan M5.8 87 km
Sep 13, 2010 68 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan M5.8 120 km
Mar 7, 2017 62 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan M5.7 118 km
Apr 3, 2002 60 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan M5.7 115 km
Jan 11, 1995 45 km SSE of Shizunai-furukawach?, Japan M5.6 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Higos (2002).

Year Name Category Closest
2002 Higos Category 1 235 km
1998 Vicki Category 1 277 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.0 m (26 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1640 SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Explosion 8.0 m 700 117 km
1982 HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake 1.3 m 110 58 km
1968 OFF COAST OF HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.6 m 135 km
1834 W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake 92 km
1792 W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake 149 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Shikotsu (47 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Shikotsu Caldera 1,320 m (4,331 ft) 1979 47 km
Kuttara Stratovolcano(es) 549 m (1,801 ft) 1820 63 km
Toya Stratovolcano 733 m (2,405 ft) 2001 89 km
Yoteizan Stratovolcano 1,888 m (6,194 ft) -1050 95 km
Esan Lava dome(s) 618 m (2,028 ft) 1874 106 km
Niseko Stratovolcano(es) 1,308 m (4,291 ft) -4900 109 km
Tokachidake Stratovolcano(es) 2,077 m (6,814 ft) 2004 113 km
Hokkaido-Komagatake Stratovolcano 1,131 m (3,711 ft) 2000 117 km
Maruyama Stratovolcano(es) 2,013 m (6,604 ft) 1898 130 km
Taisetsuzan Stratovolcano(es) 2,291 m (7,516 ft) 1739 143 km
Osorezan Stratovolcano 878 m (2,881 ft) 1787 159 km
Akan Caldera 1,499 m (4,918 ft) 2008 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 2.2 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
July 65°F (18°C) 5.3 in
August 68°F (20°C) 6.3 in Warmest, Wettest
September 62°F (16°C) 6.0 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.4 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.4 in

Mukawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 21°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.3") and February the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Mukawa

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mukawa Junior High School
Mukawa Chuo Elementary School
Hokkaido Mukawa High School
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Radio Stations near Mukawa

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Mukawa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
History Museum
Sky museum
アイヌ文化博物館
アイヌ資料館
沙流川歴史館
美々貝塚

Libraries in Mukawa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
二風谷子ども図書館0.0
平取町立図書館0.0

Hotels in Mukawa

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Shiki no Yakata

Restaurants in Mukawa

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

お食事処たんぽぽ
ラーメン秀来
蕎麦家いごころ

Train Stations in Mukawa

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mukawa

Gas Stations in Mukawa

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
Hokuren SS
JP #223601579
JP #223601622
JP #223601627

Stadiums & Teams in Mukawa

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Ski Resorts Near Mukawa

16 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Chitose Shimin Ski Area 0.0 $0
Eniwa City Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hidaka Kokusai 0.0 $0
Anpeizan ski resort 0.0 $0
Dynasty Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Fu's snow area 0.0 $0
Classe Snow Park 0.0 $0
Sapporo Moiwayama 0.0 $0
Sapporo Bankei Ski Area 0.0 $0
Mount Racey 0.0 $0
Tomamu Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Minami Furano 0.0 $0
Haginoyama Shimin Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hokkaido Greenland White Park 0.0 $0
Katsurazawa Kokusetsu Ski Area 0.0 $0
Ishikariheigen Ski Area 0.0 $0

Airports Near Mukawa

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
New Chitose AirportCTSLarge Airport
JASDF Chitose Air BaseMedium Airport
Sapporo Okadama AirportOKDMedium Airport
Atsuma Sky ParkSmall Airport
Hokkaido University Yubari River GliderportSmall Airport
Niikappu Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Shinshinotsu GliderportSmall Airport
Shiraoi GliderportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Mukawa

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Mukawa Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mukawa

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
熊野神社
花岡神社
願照寺
鵡川大漁地蔵堂
鹿沼出雲神社

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 Mukawa

What is the population of Mukawa?

Mukawa has a population of 7,651 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 718.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mukawa 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 Mukawa?

Mukawa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.2 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Mukawa?

Mukawa has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 245 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mukawa?

The median home value in Mukawa is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.

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