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Shihoro, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Shihoro is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 5,848. Elevation: 669 ft (204 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).
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About Shihoro
Shihoro is a town located in Tokachi Subprefecture, Hokkaidō, Japan. As of 31 December 2025, the town had an estimated population of 5,611 in 2834 households, and a population density of 22 people per km2. The total area of the town is 259.19 km2 (100.07 sq mi).
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| Population | 5,848 |
| Population Density | 47 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 669 ft (204 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.1667°, 143.2500° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.4 inches (1,154 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.4 inches (34 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Shihoro
Shihoro is a small city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 5,848. The city sits at an elevation of 669 feet (204 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Shihoro vs Japan Average
Income: Shihoro 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) | 187 |
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 | 2,339 |
Property Tax
Climate in Shihoro
Shihoro 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 | 40.2°F |
| 26% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 669 ft (204 m) |
| Area | 123.2 sq mi (319.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 47/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1667°N, 143.2500°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 123 km |
| 1982 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 110 | 134 km |
| 1938 | E. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | 1 | 98 km |
| 1956 | NE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 143 km |
| 1962 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 120 km |
| 2008 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 6 | 148 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Maruyama (33 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 33 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 54 km |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 64 km |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 66 km |
| Kussharo | Caldera | 574 m (1,883 ft) | 1320 | 107 km |
| Mashu | Caldera | 857 m (2,812 ft) | 1080 | 115 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 161 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 186 km |
| Shiretoko-Iozan | Stratovolcano | 1,562 m (5,125 ft) | 1936 | 188 km |
| Tomariyama [Golovnin] | Caldera | 535 m (1,755 ft) | 1848 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-11°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 38°F (4°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 4.4 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.5 in |
Shihoro has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 13°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.3") and February the driest (1.9").
Schools in Shihoro
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 士幌町立上居辺小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Shihoro Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Shihoro Chuo Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Shihoro High School | — | — | — | — |
| Nakashihoro Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 士幌町立上居辺小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立西上音更小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 士幌町下居辺小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Shihoro
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Shihoro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DCTgarden IKEDA | ||||
| Higashitaisetu Nature Center | ||||
| Ikeda Wine Castle | ||||
| Kamishihoro Railway Museum | ||||
| meiji Tokachi Cheese Plaza | ||||
| Yotsuba Dairy Industry | ||||
| 上士幌町鉄道資料館 | ||||
| 十勝川資料館 | ||||
| 士幌町農協農協記念館 | ||||
| 池田町郷土資料館 |
Libraries in Shihoro
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamishihoro Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 士幌町したしみ図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 幕別町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 生涯学習センター わっか | 0.0 | |||||
| 音更町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 音更町図書館 分館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Shihoro
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Shihoro
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Shihoro
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Shihoro
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shihoro
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Shihoro
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Shihoro
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Shihoro
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Shihoro
14 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 | — | — | — |
| Asahidake | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Oketocho Minamigaoka | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Wakamatsu Shimin Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Rubeshibe-cho Happodai | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Shihoro
10 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 |
| Kitami Agricultural Airfield / Skyport Kitami | — | Small Airport |
| Shintoku Agricultural Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Toma Skypark Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Shihoro
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 中士幌郵便局 | |
| 士幌郵便局 | |
| 居辺郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shihoro
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 士幌神社 | |
| 實相寺 | |
| 本光寺 |
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What is the population of Shihoro?
Shihoro has a population of 5,848 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 47 people per square mile, spread across 123.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Shihoro 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 Shihoro?
Shihoro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.4 inches, with 13.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Shihoro?
Shihoro has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 187 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Shihoro?
The median home value in Shihoro is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.