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Niseko, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Niseko is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 5,074. Elevation: 338 ft (103 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 5,074 |
| Population Density | 53 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 338 ft (103 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.8089°, 140.6860° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.9 inches (1,421 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 18.6 inches (47 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Niseko
Niseko is a small city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 5,074. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet (103 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Niseko vs Japan Average
Income: Niseko 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) | 162 |
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 | 2,030 |
Property Tax
Climate in Niseko
Niseko 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 1438 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.2°F |
| 20% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 235 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 338 ft (103 m) |
| Area | 95.3 sq mi (246.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8089°N, 140.6860°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 32.0 m (105 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1993 | SEA OF JAPAN | Earthquake | 32.0 m | 231 | 122 km |
| 1640 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Explosion | 8.0 m | 700 | 82 km |
| 1947 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 113 km |
| 1993 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 115 km |
| 1834 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 80 km |
| 1792 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 77 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Niseko (8 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 8 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 11 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 32 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 53 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 58 km |
| Hokkaido-Komagatake | Stratovolcano | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) | 2000 | 83 km |
| Esan | Lava dome(s) | 618 m (2,028 ft) | 1874 | 118 km |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 174 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 176 km |
| Oshima-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 732 m (2,402 ft) | 1790 | 181 km |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 200 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 4.6 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 6.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 26°F (-4°C) | 5.8 in |
Niseko has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 20°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 56.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.3") and April the driest (3.1").
Schools in Niseko
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 倶知安町立西小学校樺山分校 | - | - | - | - |
| Niseko Junior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Niseko Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kondo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Niseko
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Niseko
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hokkaido Toyako Summit Memorial Museum | ||||
| Lake Toya Visitor Center | ||||
| Shu Ogawara Museum of Art | ||||
| Toyako Forest Museum | ||||
| Toyo takarada experience house | ||||
| Volcano Science Museum | ||||
| 倶知安風土館 | ||||
| 共和町かかし古里感 | ||||
| 原子力PRセンターとまりん館 | ||||
| 有島記念館 | ||||
| 木田金次郎美術館 | ||||
| 荒井記念美術館 | ||||
| 西村計雄記念美術館 |
Libraries in Niseko
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ニセコ町学習交流センタ－ 「あそぶっく」 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Niseko
64 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Niseko
42 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Niseko
11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Niseko
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Niseko
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Niseko
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Niseko
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Niseko
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Niseko
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Toya Beer | ||||
| Niseko Brewing |
Ski Resorts Near Niseko
25 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iwanai Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Shakotan Town | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Shiomidai Schanze Otaru Ski Jump | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Otaru Tenguyama Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Snowcruse ONZE | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Asarigawa Onsen Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Consadole Niki Ski Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sapporo Teine | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sapporo Kokusai Skiing Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kiroro Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sapporo Bankei Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sapporo Moiwayama | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Fu's snow area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Yakumo Choei Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Asahigaoka Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Chisennupri | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Niseko United | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Suttsu Town Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Rusutsu Resort Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Funamidai Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Orofure Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sanlaiva | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Pirika Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Muroran-shi Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Niseko
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sapporo Okadama Airport | OKD | Medium Airport |
| JASDF Yakumo Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Camp Horobetsu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Otaki Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Shiraoi Gliderport | - | Small Airport |
| UFO Park Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Yoichi Agricultural Airfield / Appleport Yoichi | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Niseko
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Niseko Post Office | |
| ニセコ駅前簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Niseko
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Daien-ji | |
| Myofuku-ji | |
| 八幡宮 | |
| 狩太神社 | |
| 賢照寺 |
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Niseko
What is the population of Niseko?
Niseko has a population of 5,074 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 95.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Niseko 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 Niseko?
Niseko has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.9 inches, with 18.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Niseko?
Niseko has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 162 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Niseko?
The median home value in Niseko is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.