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Oshima, Japan
Ishikawa · Japan
Oshima is a small city in Ishikawa, Japan with a population of 18,630. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Oshima
Ōshima is an uninhabited island in the Sea of Japan, 50 kilometers (31 mi) west of Matsumae town and therefore the westernmost point of Hokkaido. It is part of the town of Matsumae in Oshima Subprefecture in Hokkaido, Japan. To distinguish Ōshima from other islands with the same name, it is sometimes known as Oshima Ōshima (渡島大島) or Matsumae Ōshima (松前大島).
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| Population | 18,630 |
| Population Density | 47 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.9871°, 136.7725° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Ishikawa |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.1 inches (2,110 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $31,400 |
| Median Age | 48.2 years |
About Oshima
Oshima is a small city in Japan (Ishikawa) with a population of 18,630. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Oshima vs Japan Average
Income: Oshima vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,400 |
| 58% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 596 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $80,000 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $400 |
| 66% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 7,452 |
Property Tax
Climate in Oshima
Oshima 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 2205 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.8°F |
| 3% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 185 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 397.5 sq mi (1,029.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 47/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9871°N, 136.7725°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
13 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.3 m (37 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2024 | HONSHU: W COAST | Eruption + Earthquake | 11.3 m | 549 | 71 km |
| 1993 | HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 83 km |
| 1987 | HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 109 km |
| 2023 | NOTO PENINSULA, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 1 | 78 km |
| 2007 | HONSHU: W COAST | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 1 | 42 km |
| 1892 | SW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | - | 1 | 3 km |
| 1799 | SW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 46 km |
| 1751 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 2,100 | 120 km |
| 1726 | KATSUYAMA | Earthquake | - | - | 103 km |
| 1614 | NIIGATA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | - | - | 123 km |
| 1448 | SADO, JAPAN | Earthquake | - | - | 139 km |
| 887 | NIIGATA | Earthquake | - | 2,000 | 131 km |
| 863 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 110 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
13 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Midagahara (86 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Midagahara | Stratovolcano | 2,621 m (8,599 ft) | 1839 | 86 km |
| Hakusan | Stratovolcano | 2,702 m (8,865 ft) | 1659 | 93 km |
| Washiba-Kumonotaira | Shield(s) | 2,924 m (9,593 ft) | Unknown | 98 km |
| Yakedake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,455 m (8,054 ft) | 1995 | 112 km |
| Niigata-Yakeyama | Lava dome | 2,400 m (7,874 ft) | 1998 | 113 km |
| Myokosan | Stratovolcano | 2,454 m (8,051 ft) | -750 | 120 km |
| Norikuradake | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,026 m (9,928 ft) | -50 | 120 km |
| Ontakesan | Complex | 3,067 m (10,062 ft) | 2014 | 137 km |
| Shiga | Shield(s) | 2,041 m (6,696 ft) | Unknown | 159 km |
| Kusatsu-Shiranesan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,165 m (7,103 ft) | 2018 | 162 km |
| Asamayama | Complex | 2,568 m (8,425 ft) | 2019 | 169 km |
| Yokodake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,480 m (8,136 ft) | 1200 | 171 km |
| Harunasan | Stratovolcano | 1,449 m (4,754 ft) | 550 | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 8.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 6.0 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | Driest |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 7.9 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 6.3 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 8.2 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 9.0 in |
Oshima has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 36°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 83.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.3") and April the driest (4.8").
Schools in Oshima
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 市立西北台小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立上熊野小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立下甘田小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立加茂小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立土田小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立堀松小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立志加浦小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立志賀中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立高浜中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立高浜小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 県立高浜高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Oshima
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Oshima
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Himi City Shiokaze Gallery | ||||
| アリス館志賀 | ||||
| 七尾城史資料館 | ||||
| 七尾市少年科学館 | ||||
| 博物館喜多家資料館 | ||||
| 土蔵造りのまち資料館 | ||||
| 宇宙科学博物館 | ||||
| 小野篁波館 | ||||
| 懐古館 | ||||
| 明治の館 | ||||
| 氷見市立博物館 | ||||
| 石動山資料館 | ||||
| 石川県七尾美術館 | ||||
| 石川県能登島ガラス美術館 | ||||
| 穴水町歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 穴水町歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 羽咋市歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 能登中居鋳物館 | ||||
| 能登中島祭り会館 | ||||
| 能登国分寺展示館 | ||||
| 能登国分寺展示館 | ||||
| 花嫁のれん館 | ||||
| 蝦夷穴歴史センター | ||||
| 高岡市立博物館 | ||||
| 高岡市鋳物史料館 |
Libraries in Oshima
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (財)眉丈文庫 | 0.0 | |||||
| Nanao Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| かほく市立高松図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 七尾市立中島図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 七尾市立本府中図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 七尾市立田鶴浜図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 中能登町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 中能登町立鳥屋図書室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 中能登町立鹿西図書室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 宝達志水町立志雄図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 宝達志水町立押水図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 志賀町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 氷見市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 穴水町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 羽咋市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 高岡市立中央図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Oshima
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| おらっちゃの店 | |||||
| 農産物直売店 |
Restaurants in Oshima
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Oshima
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Oshima
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Oshima
7 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hida Nagareha Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hakusan Senjo Onsen Seymour Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| IOX-AROSA | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kanazawa Municipal Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tateyama Sanroku Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Awasuno Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tonami Yumenotaira Ski Ground | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Oshima
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Komatsu Airport / JASDF Komatsu Air Base | KMQ | Large Airport |
| Noto Satoyama Airport | NTQ | Medium Airport |
| Toyama Kitokito Airport | TOY | Medium Airport |
| JGSDF Mitsukojiyama Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Oshima
14 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Akasumi Summary Post Office | |
| Amada Summary Post Office | |
| Fukura Post Office | |
| Horimatsu Summary Post Office | |
| Kamikumano Post Office | |
| Kanemaru Post Office | |
| Sammyo Post Office | |
| Shibagaki Post Office | |
| Shimoamada Post Office | |
| Takahama Post Office | |
| Tsuchida Post Office | |
| 加茂簡易郵便局 | |
| 土田郵便局 | |
| 志加浦簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Oshima
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Itomimurashima Shrine | |
| Myōjō-ji | |
| Onkyo Temple 恩敬寺 | |
| Oshima Shrine | |
| 存立寺 | |
| 若宮八幡神社 | |
| 西ノ宮神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Oshima
What is the population of Oshima?
Oshima has a population of 18,630 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 47 people per square mile, spread across 397.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Oshima expensive to live in?
The median household income is $31,400, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $80,000 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Oshima?
Oshima enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 185 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.1 inches.
How is the job market in Oshima?
The job market in Oshima is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 596 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Oshima?
The median home value in Oshima is $80,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.