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Oshima-shiriuchi, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Oshima-shiriuchi is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 4,167. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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| Population | 4,167 |
| Population Density | 55 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.6010°, 140.4227° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.1 inches (1,272 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.3 inches (34 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Oshima-shiriuchi
Oshima-shiriuchi is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 4,167. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Oshima-shiriuchi vs Japan Average
Income: Oshima-shiriuchi 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) | 133 |
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 | 1,667 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.7°F |
| 12% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 245 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 76.0 sq mi (196.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6010°N, 140.4227°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 90.0 m (295 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1741 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Explosion | 90.0 m | 2,000 | 88 km |
| 1640 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Explosion | 8.0 m | 700 | 56 km |
| 1793 | W. OFF AOMORI | Earthquake | 1.8 m | 12 | 92 km |
| 1983 | N. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 114 km |
| 1993 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 65 km |
| 1766 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | — | 1,700 | 81 km |
| 1341 | JUSANKO, TSUGARU AOMORI PREFECTURE | Earthquake | — | 2,600 | 102 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hokkaido-Komagatake (56 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Hokkaido-Komagatake | Stratovolcano | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) | 2000 | 56 km |
| Esan | Lava dome(s) | 618 m (2,028 ft) | 1874 | 66 km |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 68 km |
| Oshima-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 732 m (2,402 ft) | 1790 | 88 km |
| Iwakisan | Stratovolcano | 1,625 m (5,331 ft) | 1863 | 106 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 110 km |
| Hakkodasan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,585 m (5,200 ft) | 1550 | 111 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 116 km |
| Towada | Caldera | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | 915 | 127 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 140 km |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 143 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 144 km |
| Akita-Yakeyama | Stratovolcano | 1,366 m (4,482 ft) | 1997 | 184 km |
| Hachimantai | Stratovolcano | 1,613 m (5,292 ft) | -5350 | 186 km |
| Megata | Maar(s) | 291 m (955 ft) | -2050 | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 5.5 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.7 in |
Oshima-shiriuchi has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 26°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.5") and February the driest (3.0").
Schools in Oshima-shiriuchi
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 北海道知内高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立涌元小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立知内中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立知内小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立湯ノ里小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Oshima-shiriuchi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Oshima-shiriuchi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 横綱千代の山・千代の富士記念館 | ||||
| 知内町郷土資料館 | ||||
| 福島町 青函トンネル記念館 |
Libraries in Oshima-shiriuchi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 北斗市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北斗市立図書館 | 0.0 |
Banks in Oshima-shiriuchi
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Oshima-shiriuchi
8 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 夜越山スキー場 | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Furusatonomori Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kaminokuni Chomin Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Assabu Chomin (Taikoyama) Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Niyama Kogen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hakodate Nanae Snowpark | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Greenpia Onuma | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yakumo Choei Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Oshima-shiriuchi
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hakodate Airport | HKD | Large Airport |
| JASDF Yakumo Airbase | — | Small Airport |
| JMSDF Ōminato Base | — | Small Airport |
| Shikabe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Oshima-shiriuchi
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 森越簡易郵便局 | |
| 涌元郵便局 | |
| 湯ノ里郵便局 | |
| 知内駅前簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Oshima-shiriuchi
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 中ノ川八幡神社 | |
| 善昭寺 | |
| 国本寺 | |
| 大乗寺 涌元分院 | |
| 森越神社 | |
| 涌元神社 | |
| 涌元谷地神社 | |
| 稲荷神社 | |
| 重内神社 |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Oshima-shiriuchi
What is the population of Oshima-shiriuchi?
Oshima-shiriuchi has a population of 4,167 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 76.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Oshima-shiriuchi 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 Oshima-shiriuchi?
Oshima-shiriuchi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.1 inches, with 13.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Oshima-shiriuchi?
Oshima-shiriuchi has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 133 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Oshima-shiriuchi?
The median home value in Oshima-shiriuchi is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.