Niitsu-honchō, Japan
Niigata · Japan
Niitsu-honchō is a mid-size city in Niigata, Japan with a population of 65,910. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
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| Population | 65,910 |
| Population Density | 68 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.8002°, 139.1224° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Niigata |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.7 inches (1,974 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 15.4 inches (39 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,700 |
| Median Age | 50.4 years |
About Niitsu-honchō
Niitsu-honchō is a mid-size city in Japan (Niigata) with a population of 65,910. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Niitsu-honchō vs Japan Average
Income: Niitsu-honchō vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,700 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 28 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $74,000 |
| 74% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $370 |
| 68% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 26,364 |
Property Tax
Climate in Niitsu-honchō
Niitsu-honchō has an average annual temperature of 14.2°C (58°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.9°C), the coldest is Jan (3.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1855 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 195 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 968.1 sq mi (2,507.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 68/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8002°N, 139.1224°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
14 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1833 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 9.0 m | 85 | 122 km |
| 1964 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 5.8 m | 36 | 66 km |
| 1987 | HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 118 km |
| 2019 | NIIGATA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 99 km |
| 2007 | HONSHU: W COAST | Earthquake | — | 15 | 62 km |
| 1894 | YAMAGATA, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | 726 | 136 km |
| 1802 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | — | 19 | 73 km |
| 1762 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 50 km |
| 1751 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 2,100 | 112 km |
| 1614 | NIIGATA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | — | — | 104 km |
| 1448 | SADO, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | — | 88 km |
| 887 | NIIGATA | Earthquake | — | 2,000 | 96 km |
| 863 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 126 km |
| 850 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 150 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Numazawa (56 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Numazawa | Shield | 835 m (2,740 ft) | -3400 | 56 km |
| Bandaisan | Stratovolcano | 1,816 m (5,958 ft) | 1888 | 86 km |
| Hiuchigatake | Stratovolcano | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | 1544 | 95 km |
| Azumayama | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,949 m (6,394 ft) | 1977 | 99 km |
| Adatarayama | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,728 m (5,669 ft) | 1996 | 103 km |
| Nasudake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,915 m (6,283 ft) | 1963 | 106 km |
| Nikko-Shiranesan | Shield | 2,578 m (8,458 ft) | 1952 | 114 km |
| Takaharayama | Stratovolcano | 1,795 m (5,889 ft) | -4570 | 116 km |
| Omanago Group | Lava dome(s) | 2,341 m (7,680 ft) | -3050 | 117 km |
| Nantaisan | Stratovolcano | 2,486 m (8,156 ft) | -9540 | 120 km |
| Zaozan [Zaosan] | Complex | 1,841 m (6,040 ft) | 1940 | 122 km |
| Shiga | Shield(s) | 2,041 m (6,696 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| Myokosan | Stratovolcano | 2,454 m (8,051 ft) | -750 | 135 km |
| Niigata-Yakeyama | Lava dome | 2,400 m (7,874 ft) | 1998 | 137 km |
| Akagisan | Stratovolcano | 1,828 m (5,997 ft) | Unknown | 138 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (1°C) | 9.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (1°C) | 6.3 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | Driest |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 5.1 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 7.0 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 6.8 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 6.7 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 8.4 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
Niitsu-honchō has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 35°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 77.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (10.3") and May the driest (4.0").
Schools in Niitsu-honchō
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 新潟市立新津第一中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟市立新関小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟市立結小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟市立新津第二中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟市立荻川小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟市立新津第二中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟市立満日小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟県立新津高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟市立新津第二小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟市立新津第三小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟市立新津第一小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Niitsu Technical Highschool | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟市立金津小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟市立金津中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟県立新津南高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟市立小合東小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟市立小合中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟市立小合小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟市立大鷲小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟市立新津第五中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新潟市立阿賀小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Niitsu-honchō
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nonstop Casiopea | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Niitsu-honchō
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Former Sasagawa Residence | ||||
| Gosen City Muramatsu Hometown Museum | ||||
| Ichishimatei | ||||
| Minatopia Niigata City History Museum | ||||
| Minatopia Niigata City History Museum | ||||
| Nakanokuchi Predecessors Museum | ||||
| Niigata City Art Museum | ||||
| Niigata City Art Museum | ||||
| Niigata City Manga & Anime Museum | ||||
| Niigata City Manga & Anime Museum | ||||
| Niigata City Niitsu Railway Museum | ||||
| Niigata Learning Center For Humans & The Environment | ||||
| Niigata Saitō Villa | ||||
| Niigata Saitō Villa | ||||
| Niigata Science Museum | ||||
| Niigata Science Museum | ||||
| Niitsu Art Museum | ||||
| Niitu Petroleum Museum | ||||
| Northern Culture Museum | ||||
| Northern Culture Museum | ||||
| NSG美術館 | ||||
| NSG美術館 | ||||
| Saito house | ||||
| Setsuryōsha Museum of Art | ||||
| Setsuryōsha Museum of Art | ||||
| Shirone Kite Museum | ||||
| View Fukushimagata | ||||
| 三条市歴史民俗産業資料館 | ||||
| 中野邸美術館 | ||||
| 刀剣伝承館・天田昭次記念館 | ||||
| 加茂市民俗資料館 | ||||
| 加茂紙漉場 | ||||
| 北方文化博物館 | ||||
| 史跡古津八幡山 弥生の丘展示館 | ||||
| 吉田東伍記念博物館 | ||||
| 堀部安兵衛伝承館 | ||||
| 安吾風の館 | ||||
| 安吾風の館 | ||||
| 安田民俗資料館 | ||||
| 巻菱湖記念時代館 | ||||
| 巻菱湖記念時代館 | ||||
| 巻郷土資料館 | ||||
| 敦井美術館 | ||||
| 敦井美術館 | ||||
| 新潟大学 旭町学術資料展示館 | ||||
| 新潟大学 旭町学術資料展示館 | ||||
| 新潟大学旭町学術資料展示館 | ||||
| 新潟大学旭町学術資料展示館 | ||||
| 新潟市マンガの家 | ||||
| 新潟市マンガの家 | ||||
| 新潟市北区郷土博物館 | ||||
| 新潟市役所 教育・文化施設潟東樋口記念美術館 | ||||
| 新潟市文化財センター | ||||
| 新潟市歴史博物館みなとぴあ | ||||
| 新潟市歴史博物館みなとぴあ | ||||
| 新潟県埋蔵文化財センター | ||||
| 新潟県政記念館 | ||||
| 新潟県政記念館 | ||||
| 新潟県政記念館 | ||||
| 新潟県政記念館 | ||||
| 新発田城 | ||||
| 日本歯科大学新潟生命歯学部 医の博物館 | ||||
| 日本歯科大学新潟生命歯学部 医の博物館 | ||||
| 明和義人館 | ||||
| 明和義人館 | ||||
| 柳都美術館 | ||||
| 柳都美術館 | ||||
| 森林館 | ||||
| 潟東歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 燕市産業史料館 | ||||
| 王紋酒造 | ||||
| 田上町民俗資料館 | ||||
| 白壁兵舎広報資料館 | ||||
| 篠田桃紅 作品館 | ||||
| 篠田桃紅 作品館 | ||||
| 蕗谷虹児記念館 | ||||
| 越後豪農の館 椿寿荘 | ||||
| 郷土資料館 | ||||
| 金枡酒造 | ||||
| 関屋分水資料館 | ||||
| 関屋分水資料館 |
Libraries in Niitsu-honchō
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| イクネスしばた | 0.0 | |||||
| 三条市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 五泉市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 五泉市立村松図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 加茂市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新津図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新潟医療福祉大学 図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新潟市 潟東図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新潟市内野図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新潟市立 亀田図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新潟市立 亀田図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新潟市立中央図書館「ほんぽーと」 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新潟市立中央図書館「ほんぽーと」 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新潟市立松浜図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新潟市立松浜図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新潟市立舟江図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新潟市立舟江図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新潟市立豊栄図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新潟市立鳥屋野図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新潟市立鳥屋野図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新潟県点字図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新潟県点字図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新潟県立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新発田市立図書館分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新発田市立歴史図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 月潟図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 燕図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 燕市立吉田図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 生涯学習センター | 0.0 | |||||
| 生涯学習センター図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 生涯学習センター図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 白根図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 石山図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 石山図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 聖籠町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 阿賀野市図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 阿賀野市立笹神図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 黒埼図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Niitsu-honchō
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| とんとん市場 | |||||
| とんとん市場 | |||||
| 新潟市中央卸売市場 | |||||
| 新潟市中央卸売市場 | |||||
| 本町下市場(下本町商店街) | |||||
| 本町下市場(下本町商店街) | |||||
| 本町市場 | |||||
| 本町市場 |
Hotels in Niitsu-honchō
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Niitsu-honchō
18 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Niitsu-honchō
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Niitsu-honchō
5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Niitsu-honchō
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Niitsu-honchō
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Niitsu-honchō
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Niitsu-honchō
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 百川味噌株式会社 | ||||
| 百川味噌株式会社 |
Stadiums & Teams in Niitsu-honchō
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Denka Big Swan Stadium | ||
| Niigata City Athletics Stadium | ||
| 北越ガスグラウンド | ||
| 新潟市体育館 | ||
| 鳥屋野運動公園野球場 |
Ski Resorts Near Niitsu-honchō
22 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tadami Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Budoh Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yokone | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tainai Ski and Snowboard area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ninox Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mikawa Onsen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fuyudorigoe Ski Garden | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| yanaizu onsen ski area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mishima Choei | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fairy Land Kaneyama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nagaoka City Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Aizu Kogen Takatsue Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Suhara Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Koshi Kogen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Aizukogen Nango Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yakushi Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Koide Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Aizu Kogen Daikura Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hakkai Sanroku Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Itsukamachi Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Muikamachi Hakkaisan | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Niitsu-honchō
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Niigata Airport | KIJ | Large Airport |
| Sado Airport | SDS | Medium Airport |
| Tanaka Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Niitsu-honchō
14 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kanazu Post Office | |
| Kitsu Summary Post Office | |
| Koai Post Office | |
| Koguchi Summary Post Office | |
| Nakamura Post Office | |
| Niitsu Ekimae Post Office | |
| Niitsu Nakashinden Post Office | |
| Niitsu Post Office | |
| Niitsu Shimmachi Post Office | |
| Niitsu Tai Post Office | |
| Niitsu Takiya Post Office | |
| Niitsu Yamaya Post Office | |
| Shinseki Post Office | |
| Somi Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Niitsu-honchō
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 大神宮 | |
| 太神宮 | |
| 太神宮 | |
| 子安院 | |
| 日本基督教団 新津教会 | |
| 旦飯野神社 | |
| 深行寺 | |
| 盛岩寺 | |
| 神明宮 | |
| 神明宮 | |
| 福王寺 | |
| 秋葉神社 | |
| 秋葉神社本殿 | |
| 観音寺 | |
| 諏訪神社 |
Quick Facts
Around Niitsu-honchō
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Niitsu-honchō
What is the population of Niitsu-honchō?
Niitsu-honchō has a population of 65,910 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 68 people per square mile, spread across 968.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Niitsu-honchō expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,700, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $74,000 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $370 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Niitsu-honchō?
Niitsu-honchō has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 195 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.7 inches, with 15.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Niitsu-honchō?
The job market in Niitsu-honchō is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 28 business establishments in the area, including 12 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Niitsu-honchō?
The median home value in Niitsu-honchō is $74,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $370.
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