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Niseko Town, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Niseko Town is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 4,654. Elevation: 377 ft (115 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
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| Population | 4,654 |
| Population Density | 49 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 377 ft (115 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.7787°, 140.6690° |
| 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 Town
Niseko Town is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 4,654. The city sits at an elevation of 377 feet (115 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 Town vs Japan Average
Income: Niseko Town 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) | 149 |
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 | 1,862 |
Property Tax
Climate in Niseko Town
Niseko Town 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 | 377 ft (115 m) |
| Area | 95.3 sq mi (246.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 49/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.7787°N, 140.6690°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 | 120 km |
| 1640 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Explosion | 8.0 m | 700 | 79 km |
| 1947 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 117 km |
| 1993 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 112 km |
| 1834 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 83 km |
| 1792 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 80 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Niseko (11 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 11 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 13 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 30 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 51 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 59 km |
| Hokkaido-Komagatake | Stratovolcano | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) | 2000 | 80 km |
| Esan | Lava dome(s) | 618 m (2,028 ft) | 1874 | 116 km |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 171 km |
| Oshima-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 732 m (2,402 ft) | 1790 | 177 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 179 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 Town 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").
Museums in Niseko Town
| 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 | ||||
| 三松正夫記念館 | ||||
| 倶知安風土館 | ||||
| 共和町かかし古里感 | ||||
| 壮瞥郷土資料館 | ||||
| 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 Town
| 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 | |||||
| 壮瞥町図書分室 | 0.0 |
Golf Courses in Niseko Town
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Niseko Town
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Toya Beer | ||||
| Niseko Brewing |
Ski Resorts Near Niseko Town
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 Town
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 |
| Shikabe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Shiraoi Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Yoichi Agricultural Airfield / Appleport Yoichi | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Niseko Town
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 世雄寺 |
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What is the population of Niseko Town?
Niseko Town has a population of 4,654 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 49 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 Town 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 Town?
Niseko Town 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 Town?
Niseko Town has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 149 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Niseko Town?
The median home value in Niseko Town is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.