Rankoshimachi, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Rankoshimachi is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 4,605. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 4,605 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.8090°, 140.5394° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.2 inches (1,403 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 18.4 inches (47 cm) |
About Rankoshimachi
Rankoshimachi is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 4,605. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet (29 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Climate in Rankoshimachi
Rankoshimachi has an average annual temperature of 8.9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.5°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1263 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.6°F |
| 19% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Area | 173.7 sq mi (449.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8090°N, 140.5394°E |
| 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 | 110 km |
| 1640 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Explosion | 8.0 m | 700 | 83 km |
| 1947 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 116 km |
| 1993 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 108 km |
| 1834 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 89 km |
| 1792 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 77 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Niseko (12 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 12 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 22 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 38 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 62 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 70 km |
| Hokkaido-Komagatake | Stratovolcano | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) | 2000 | 84 km |
| Esan | Lava dome(s) | 618 m (2,028 ft) | 1874 | 123 km |
| Oshima-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 732 m (2,402 ft) | 1790 | 174 km |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 177 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 4.6 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 6.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 5.7 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 5.6 in |
Rankoshimachi has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 21°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.1") and May the driest (3.0").
Schools in Rankoshimachi
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rankoshi Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rankoshi Junior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Rankoshi High School | - | - | - | - |
| Konbu Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rankoshimachi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Rankoshimachi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shu Ogawara Museum of Art | ||||
| 倶知安風土館 | ||||
| 共和町かかし古里感 | ||||
| 原子力PRセンターとまりん館 | ||||
| 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 Rankoshimachi
| 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 | |||||
| ふれあいの森情報館マナヴェール | 0.0 |
Hotels in Rankoshimachi
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rankoshimachi
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Rankoshimachi
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rankoshimachi
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Rankoshimachi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niseko Brewing |
Ski Resorts Near Rankoshimachi
22 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asahigaoka Ski 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 | - | - | - |
| Iwanai Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Yakumo Choei Ski Area | 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 Rankoshimachi
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| JASDF Yakumo Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Camp Horobetsu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Otaki Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Shiraoi Gliderport | - | Small Airport |
| Yoichi Agricultural Airfield / Appleport Yoichi | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rankoshimachi
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 名駒郵便局 | |
| 昆布郵便局 | |
| 蘭越郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rankoshimachi
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 光栄寺 | |
| 光福寺 | |
| 吉国神社 | |
| 大成寺 | |
| 大林寺 | |
| 大谷神社 | |
| 昆布神社 | |
| 法仙寺 | |
| 淀川神社 | |
| 玉峰寺 | |
| 薬師神社 | |
| 蘭越 金刀比羅神社 | |
| 蘭越八幡神社 | |
| 蘭越目名八幡神社 |
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What is the population of Rankoshimachi?
Rankoshimachi has a population of 4,605 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 173.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rankoshimachi?
Rankoshimachi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 55.2 inches, with 18.4 inches of snow.
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