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Shikaoi, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Shikaoi is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 5,266. Elevation: 669 ft (204 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).
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About Shikaoi
Shikaoi is a town located in Tokachi Subprefecture, Hokkaidō, Japan. As of 31 December 2025, the town had an estimated population of 4,828 in 2455 households, and a population density of 12 people per km2. The total area of the town is 402.88 km2 (155.55 sq mi).
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| Population | 5,266 |
| Population Density | 26 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 669 ft (204 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.1047°, 142.9987° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.1 inches (1,094 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.6 inches (22 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Shikaoi
Shikaoi is a small city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 5,266. The city sits at an elevation of 669 feet (204 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Shikaoi vs Japan Average
Income: Shikaoi 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) | 169 |
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 | 2,106 |
Property Tax
Climate in Shikaoi
Shikaoi 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 | 42.3°F |
| 22% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 669 ft (204 m) |
| Area | 199.2 sq mi (515.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1047°N, 142.9987°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 | 127 km |
| 1982 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 110 | 118 km |
| 1938 | E. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | 1 | 119 km |
| 1962 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 125 km |
| 2008 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 6 | 148 km |
| 1834 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 131 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Maruyama (35 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 35 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 43 km |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 63 km |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 88 km |
| Kussharo | Caldera | 574 m (1,883 ft) | 1320 | 129 km |
| Mashu | Caldera | 857 m (2,812 ft) | 1080 | 137 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 140 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 165 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 181 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 187 km |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 65°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.4 in |
Shikaoi has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 16°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.1") and February the driest (1.7").
Schools in Shikaoi
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hokkaido Shikaoi High School | — | — | — | — |
| 町立鹿追小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Nishinakaotofuke Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tsumei Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 町立瓜幕小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立瓜幕中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 鹿追町立鹿追中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 鹿追町立笹川小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Kamihoronai Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Shikaoi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Shikaoi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furusato History Museum 「Nenrin」 | ||||
| Hokkaido Obihiro Museum of Art | ||||
| meiji Tokachi Cheese Plaza | ||||
| Obihiro Centennial City Museum | ||||
| Yotsuba Dairy Industry | ||||
| 士幌町農協農協記念館 | ||||
| 神田日勝記念館 |
Libraries in Shikaoi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memuro Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Obihiro City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 士幌町したしみ図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新得町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 清水町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 音更町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 音更町図書館 分館 | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Shikaoi
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shikaoi
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Shikaoi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Shikaoi
18 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furano ski resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Rubeshibe-cho Happodai | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Santa present park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Inosawa Sky Slopes | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Canmore Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Oketocho Minamigaoka | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahidake | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nukabira Gensenkyo Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hakugindai Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sahoro | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Minami Furano | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shintokuyama | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tomamu Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nipo Town | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Akenogaoka Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hidaka Kokusai | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Memuro | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Shikaoi
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Asahikawa Airport | AKJ | Medium Airport |
| 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 |
| JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kamishihoro Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Kitami Agricultural Airfield / Skyport Kitami | — | Small Airport |
| Niikappu Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Shintoku Agricultural Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Shikaoi
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 瓜幕郵便局 | |
| 鹿追郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shikaoi
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 浄教寺 | |
| 玄誓寺 | |
| 瓜幕神社 | |
| 禅昭寺 | |
| 笹川神社 | |
| 鹿追キリスト教会 | |
| 鹿追神社 | |
| 鹿追神社社務所 |
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What is the population of Shikaoi?
Shikaoi has a population of 5,266 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 199.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Shikaoi 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 Shikaoi?
Shikaoi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Shikaoi?
Shikaoi has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 169 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Shikaoi?
The median home value in Shikaoi is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.