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Shimoseki, Japan
Niigata · Japan
Shimoseki is a small city in Niigata, Japan with a population of 5,144. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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People
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| Population | 5,144 |
| Population Density | 41 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.0913°, 139.5598° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Niigata |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.5 inches (1,867 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.4 inches (32 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,700 |
| Median Age | 50.4 years |
About Shimoseki
Shimoseki is a small city in Japan (Niigata) with a population of 5,144. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Shimoseki vs Japan Average
Income: Shimoseki vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,700 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 165 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $74,000 |
| 74% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $370 |
| 68% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 2,058 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.0°F |
| 4% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 203 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 125.7 sq mi (325.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.0913°N, 139.5598°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1833 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 9.0 m | 85 | 97 km |
| 1964 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 5.8 m | 36 | 43 km |
| 1804 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 450 | 112 km |
| 2019 | NIIGATA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 62 km |
| 2007 | HONSHU: W COAST | Earthquake | — | 15 | 111 km |
| 1894 | YAMAGATA, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | 726 | 92 km |
| 1802 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | — | 19 | 119 km |
| 1762 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 75 km |
| 1448 | SADO, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | — | 136 km |
| 887 | NIIGATA | Earthquake | — | 2,000 | 144 km |
| 850 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 105 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bandaisan (71 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bandaisan | Stratovolcano | 1,816 m (5,958 ft) | 1888 | 71 km |
| Azumayama | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,949 m (6,394 ft) | 1977 | 72 km |
| Numazawa | Shield | 835 m (2,740 ft) | -3400 | 72 km |
| Zaozan [Zaosan] | Complex | 1,841 m (6,040 ft) | 1940 | 77 km |
| Adatarayama | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,728 m (5,669 ft) | 1996 | 80 km |
| Nasudake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,915 m (6,283 ft) | 1963 | 113 km |
| Chokaisan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,236 m (7,336 ft) | 1974 | 120 km |
| Naruko | Caldera | 470 m (1,542 ft) | 837 | 125 km |
| Hiuchigatake | Stratovolcano | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | 1544 | 129 km |
| Takaharayama | Stratovolcano | 1,795 m (5,889 ft) | -4570 | 134 km |
| Kurikomayama | Stratovolcano | 1,627 m (5,338 ft) | 1950 | 144 km |
| Omanago Group | Lava dome(s) | 2,341 m (7,680 ft) | -3050 | 144 km |
| Nikko-Shiranesan | Shield | 2,578 m (8,458 ft) | 1952 | 145 km |
| Nantaisan | Stratovolcano | 2,486 m (8,156 ft) | -9540 | 148 km |
| Akagisan | Stratovolcano | 1,828 m (5,997 ft) | Unknown | 173 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 7.1 in | |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | Driest |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 5.4 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 7.7 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 7.1 in | |
| October | 56°F (14°C) | 6.3 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 7.0 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
Shimoseki has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 31°F in February to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 73.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.2") and May the driest (4.1").
Schools in Shimoseki
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 関川村立関川中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 関川村関川小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Shimoseki
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Shimoseki
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| イヨボヤ会館 | ||||
| おしゃぎり会館 | ||||
| シンクトン記念公園 | ||||
| せきかわ歴史とみちの館 | ||||
| 和水蔵 | ||||
| 堀部安兵衛伝承館 | ||||
| 奥山荘歴史館 | ||||
| 新発田城 | ||||
| 昆虫の家 | ||||
| 村上歴史文化館 | ||||
| 森林館 | ||||
| 王紋酒造 | ||||
| 白壁兵舎広報資料館 | ||||
| 胎内自然天文館 | ||||
| 若林家住宅 | ||||
| 蕗谷虹児記念館 | ||||
| 郷土資料館 | ||||
| 金枡酒造 | ||||
| 香藝の郷美術館 |
Libraries in Shimoseki
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| イクネスしばた | 0.0 | |||||
| 市立中央図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新発田市立歴史図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 生涯学習センター | 0.0 | |||||
| 胎内市図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 荒川公民館 図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 関川村公民館図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shimoseki
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| とんとん市場 |
Hotels in Shimoseki
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Shimoseki
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Shimoseki
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Shimoseki
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shimoseki
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Shimoseki
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Shimoseki
32 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sannokura | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hagurosan Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hachimoriyama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mount Gassan Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Budoh Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahi Shizenkan Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Doshojidaira Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yokone | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tenoko Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tainai Ski and Snowboard area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kawanishi Choei Komatsu Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ninox Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Onogawa Onsen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yonezawa Snow World | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kuriko International Ski & Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tengendai Kogen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nagaoka City Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mikawa Onsen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Grandeco Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yokomuki Onsen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fuyudorigoe Ski Garden | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Urabandai Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Numajiri Ski | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Inawashiro Schanze | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hoshino Resorts Nekoma Mountain | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Family Snow Park Bandai X2 | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Grand Sunpia Inawashiro Resort Hotel | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Inawashiro Snow Paradise | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Listel Ski Fantasia | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| yanaizu onsen ski area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mishima Choei | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fairy Land Kaneyama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Shimoseki
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Niigata Airport | KIJ | Large Airport |
| Shonai Airport | SYO | Medium Airport |
| Shirataka Aero Park / Mutsumi Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Shimoseki
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Echigo Onnagawa Post Office | |
| Echigo-Oshima Ekimae Post Office | |
| Onagatani Post Office | |
| Sekikawa Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shimoseki
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kira Jinja Shrine |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Shimoseki?
Shimoseki has a population of 5,144 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 125.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Shimoseki expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,700, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $74,000 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $370 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Shimoseki?
Shimoseki has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.5 inches, with 12.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Shimoseki?
The job market in Shimoseki is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 165 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Shimoseki?
The median home value in Shimoseki is $74,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $370.