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Obihiro, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Obihiro is a large city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 166,536. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
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People
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A+Climate
| Population | 166,536 |
| Population Density | 696 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.9172°, 143.2044° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.2 inches (1,096 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.3 inches (21 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Obihiro
Obihiro is a large city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 166,536. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Obihiro vs Japan Average
Income: Obihiro 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) | 56 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 5 |
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 | 66,614 |
Property Tax
Climate in Obihiro
Obihiro 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 956 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.1°F |
| 20% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Area | 239.1 sq mi (619.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 696/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9172°N, 143.2044°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.5 m (21 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1952 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 6.5 m | 33 | 100 km |
| 2003 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 4.4 m | 2 | 136 km |
| 1982 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 110 | 109 km |
| 1938 | E. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | 1 | 117 km |
| 1952 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 139 km |
| 1962 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 98 km |
| 2008 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 6 | 123 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Maruyama (57 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 57 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 70 km |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 84 km |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 88 km |
| Kussharo | Caldera | 574 m (1,883 ft) | 1320 | 126 km |
| Mashu | Caldera | 857 m (2,812 ft) | 1080 | 132 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 151 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 174 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 195 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 4.3 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.1 in |
Obihiro has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 16°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.3") and February the driest (1.6").
Colleges & Universities in Obihiro
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obihiro Otani Junior College | College | — | Visit → |
| Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine | University | — | — |
| 航空大学校 | College | — | — |
Schools in Obihiro
55+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 幕別町立札内中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Obihiro South Commercial High School | — | — | — | — |
| Seiryo Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Obihiro Ohtani High School | — | — | — | — |
| Obihiro Meiwa Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kaisei Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 帯広市立緑園中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 帯広市立森の里小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 帯広市立つつじが丘小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 帯広市立広陽小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Obihiro Sanjo High School | — | — | — | — |
| 帯広市立帯広第二中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 帯広市立西小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 幕別町立札内南小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Ozora Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 幕別町立札内北小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 幕別町立札内東中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Kinohigashi Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 音更町立下音更中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Makubetsu Chirotto Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 白樺学園高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Tobetsu Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Obihiro Aikoku Elementery School | — | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Makubetsu Seiryo High School | — | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Prefectural Obihiro Technical Training School | — | — | — | — |
| Kawanishi Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ryokunan Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Shimoshihoro Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 帯広市立帯広第四中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 帯広市立東小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Obihiro Hakuyou High School | — | — | — | — |
| 帯広市立翔陽中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Kashiwa Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Konan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hokuei Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 帯広市立帯広小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Keihoku Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Obihiro Daiichi Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Obihiro Sakae Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hanazono Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Meisei Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Obihiro Keisei Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 道立北海道帯広農業高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 帯広市立緑丘小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 帯広市立帯広第五中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Wakaba Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 帯広市立帯広第八中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 帯広市立南町中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Inada Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 帯広市立豊成小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 帯広北高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Obihiro Technical High School | — | — | — | — |
| Kawanishi Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Obihiro Ryokuyo High School | — | — | — | — |
| Ozora Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Obihiro
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Obihiro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furusato History Museum 「Nenrin」 | ||||
| Hokkaido Obihiro Museum of Art | ||||
| meiji Tokachi Cheese Plaza | ||||
| Obihiro Centennial City Museum | ||||
| Rokka no mori | ||||
| Tokachi Agriculture Museum • Mr Bean's Mansion | ||||
| Yotsuba Dairy Industry | ||||
| 中札内美術村 | ||||
| 十勝川資料館 | ||||
| 士幌町農協農協記念館 | ||||
| 池田町郷土資料館 | ||||
| 神田日勝記念館 | ||||
| 開拓記念館 |
Libraries in Obihiro
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Makubetsu Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Memuro Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nakasatsunai Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Obihiro City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 幕別町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 音更町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 音更町図書館 分館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Obihiro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| あんてぃー |
Hotels in Obihiro
26 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Obihiro
27 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Obihiro
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Obihiro
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Obihiro
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Obihiro
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Obihiro
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Obihiro
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Obihiro
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Obihiro
4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Obihiro
9 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Obihiro
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Obihiro
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Obihiro
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Obihiro
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Obihiro
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Obihiro
9 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hakugindai Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Memuro | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Akenogaoka Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nipo Town | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tomamu Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shintokuyama | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Minami Furano | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sahoro | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nukabira Gensenkyo Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Obihiro
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tokachi Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Tokachi-Obihiro Airport | OBO | Medium Airport |
| Ashoro Meto Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Biei Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Hokkaido Spaceport | — | Small Airport |
| Hopeland Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kamishihoro Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Niikappu Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Shintoku Agricultural Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Obihiro
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Obihiro Denshindori Post Office | |
| Obihiro Ohdori Post office | |
| Obihiro Post Office | |
| 帯広東十一条郵便局 | |
| 愛国簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Obihiro
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kawanishi Shrine | |
| Obihiro Shrine | |
| キリスト教会救世軍帯広小隊 | |
| 創価学会 | |
| 勝久寺 | |
| 十勝山永祥寺 | |
| 大正山法華寺 | |
| 大正山法華寺山門 | |
| 帯広念法寺 | |
| 日蓮上人像 | |
| 浄土真宗本願寺派 本願寺帯広別 | |
| 禅林寺 |
Quick Facts
Around Obihiro
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Obihiro
What is the population of Obihiro?
Obihiro has a population of 166,536 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 696 people per square mile, spread across 239.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Obihiro 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 Obihiro?
Obihiro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.2 inches, with 8.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Obihiro?
Obihiro has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 56 business establishments in the area, including 21 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Obihiro?
The median home value in Obihiro is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.