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Otobe, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Otobe is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 3,925. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Otobe
Otobe is a town located in Hiyama Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan.
People
Economy
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| Population | 3,925 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.9678°, 140.1381° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.8 inches (1,239 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.3 inches (34 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Otobe
Otobe is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 3,925. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Otobe vs Japan Average
Income: Otobe vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $28,900 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 126 |
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 | 1,570 |
Property Tax
Climate in Otobe
Otobe 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 1113 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.9°F |
| 9% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 248 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 211.5 sq mi (547.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9678°N, 140.1381°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 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 | 82 km |
| 1993 | SEA OF JAPAN | Earthquake | 32.0 m | 231 | 125 km |
| 1640 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Explosion | 8.0 m | 700 | 46 km |
| 1793 | W. OFF AOMORI | Earthquake | 1.8 m | 12 | 125 km |
| 1983 | N. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 111 km |
| 1993 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 25 km |
| 1766 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | - | 1,700 | 128 km |
| 1341 | JUSANKO, TSUGARU AOMORI PREFECTURE | Earthquake | - | 2,600 | 120 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hokkaido-Komagatake (46 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Hokkaido-Komagatake | Stratovolcano | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) | 2000 | 46 km |
| Oshima-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 732 m (2,402 ft) | 1790 | 82 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 86 km |
| Esan | Lava dome(s) | 618 m (2,028 ft) | 1874 | 87 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 102 km |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 110 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 110 km |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 112 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 130 km |
| Iwakisan | Stratovolcano | 1,625 m (5,331 ft) | 1863 | 147 km |
| Hakkodasan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,585 m (5,200 ft) | 1550 | 158 km |
| Towada | Caldera | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | 915 | 174 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 3.9 in |
Otobe has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 28°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.1") and March the driest (2.8").
Schools in Otobe
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立江差北小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立江差北中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 乙部小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 乙部中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 北海道江差高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立栄浜小学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Otobe
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Otobe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiyo Maru Memorial Museum | ||||
| 勝山館跡ガイダンス施設 | ||||
| 旧檜山爾志郡役所 | ||||
| 森林展示館 | ||||
| 横山家 |
Libraries in Otobe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 厚沢部町図書館・郷土資料館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Otobe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 地方青果鮮魚卸売市場 |
Hotels in Otobe
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Otobe
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Otobe
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Otobe
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Otobe
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Otobe
9 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - | - | - |
| Pirika Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Funamidai Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Otobe
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hakodate Airport | HKD | Large Airport |
| Okushiri Airport | OIR | Medium Airport |
| JASDF Yakumo Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| Shikabe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Otobe
7 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 乙部郵便局 | |
| 小黒部簡易郵便局 | |
| 栄浜郵便局 | |
| 江差尾山郵便局 | |
| 江差水堀郵便局 | |
| 豊浜郵便局 | |
| 館平郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Otobe
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 元和八幡神社 | |
| 八幡神社 | |
| 大山神社 | |
| 専徳寺 | |
| 岩城神社 | |
| 本誓寺 | |
| 栄浜八幡神社 | |
| 正一稲荷大明神 | |
| 正受寺 | |
| 法然寺 | |
| 観音堂 | |
| 長徳寺 | |
| 館浦恵比須神社 | |
| 鳥山神社 | |
| 龍寶寺 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Otobe
What is the population of Otobe?
Otobe has a population of 3,925 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 211.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Otobe 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 Otobe?
Otobe has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.8 inches, with 13.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Otobe?
Otobe has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 126 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Otobe?
The median home value in Otobe is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.