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Shikabe, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Shikabe is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 3,920. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 3,920 |
| Population Density | 92 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.0297°, 140.8228° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.8 inches (1,315 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.4 inches (32 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Shikabe
Shikabe is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 3,920. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Shikabe vs Japan Average
Income: Shikabe 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) | 125 |
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 | 1,568 |
Property Tax
Climate in Shikabe
Shikabe has an average annual temperature of 9.5°C (49°F). The hottest month is Aug (22.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1192 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.0°F |
| 15% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 242 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 42.7 sq mi (110.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 92/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.0297°N, 140.8228°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 | 134 km |
| 1640 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Explosion | 8.0 m | 700 | 13 km |
| 1793 | W. OFF AOMORI | Earthquake | 1.8 m | 12 | 150 km |
| 1982 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 110 | 128 km |
| 1993 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 81 km |
| 1834 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 149 km |
| 1766 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | - | 1,700 | 126 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hokkaido-Komagatake (13 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Hokkaido-Komagatake | Stratovolcano | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) | 2000 | 13 km |
| Esan | Lava dome(s) | 618 m (2,028 ft) | 1874 | 38 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 57 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 58 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 86 km |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 87 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 89 km |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 95 km |
| Oshima-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 732 m (2,402 ft) | 1790 | 134 km |
| Hakkodasan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,585 m (5,200 ft) | 1550 | 153 km |
| Iwakisan | Stratovolcano | 1,625 m (5,331 ft) | 1863 | 159 km |
| Towada | Caldera | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | 915 | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| March | 31°F (-0°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 5.6 in | |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 6.8 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.5 in |
Shikabe has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 25°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.9") and February the driest (2.8").
Schools in Shikabe
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 七飯町立軍川小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 鹿部町立鹿部中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 鹿部町立鹿部小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立大船小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立臼尻中学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Shikabe
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Shikabe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hakodate Jomon Cultural Exchange Center | ||||
| Hakodate Museum of Art, Hokkaido | ||||
| Hakodate Museum of Art, Hokkaido | ||||
| North Pacific Museum | ||||
| North Pacific Museum | ||||
| 大船遺跡管理棟 |
Libraries in Shikabe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hakodate City Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 函館高専図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 函館高専図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北斗市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 北斗市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 図書館（E棟） | 0.0 | |||||
| 森町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shikabe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 砂原地方卸売市場 | |||||
| 鹿部地方卸売市場 |
Hotels in Shikabe
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Shikabe
12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Shikabe
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Shikabe
3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Shikabe
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Shikabe
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Shikabe
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shikabe
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Shikabe
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Shikabe
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Shikabe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Chiyogadai Baseball Stadium, Hakodate | ||
| Hakodate Arena | ||
| Hakodate Chiyogadai Stadium | ||
| Hakodate Racecourse |
Ski Resorts Near Shikabe
12 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 | - | - | - |
| Muroran-shi Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Pirika Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sanlaiva | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Orofure Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Funamidai Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Shikabe
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hakodate Airport | HKD | Large Airport |
| JASDF Yakumo Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Camp Horobetsu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Otaki Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Shikabe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Shiraoi Gliderport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Shikabe
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ofune Post Office | |
| Ōnuma Post Office | |
| Shikabe Post office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shikabe
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 大岩神社 | |
| 宝光寺 | |
| 本別稲荷神社 | |
| 東光寺 | |
| 鹿部稲荷神社 |
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What is the population of Shikabe?
Shikabe has a population of 3,920 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 92 people per square mile, spread across 42.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Shikabe 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 Shikabe?
Shikabe has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.8 inches, with 12.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Shikabe?
Shikabe has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 125 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Shikabe?
The median home value in Shikabe is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.