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Sōbetsu, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Sōbetsu is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 2,743. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 2,743 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.5558°, 140.8861° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.5 inches (1,333 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.7 inches (37 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Sōbetsu
Sōbetsu is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 2,743. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Sōbetsu vs Japan Average
Income: Sōbetsu 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) | 88 |
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 | 1,097 |
Property Tax
Climate in Sōbetsu
Sōbetsu 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 1193 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.9°F |
| 19% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 241 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Area | 127.5 sq mi (330.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5558°N, 140.8861°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | 142 km |
| 1640 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Explosion | 8.0 m | 700 | 57 km |
| 1947 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 139 km |
| 1982 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 110 | 129 km |
| 1993 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 107 km |
| 1834 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 93 km |
| 1792 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 108 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toya (4 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 4 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 24 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 31 km |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 40 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 43 km |
| Hokkaido-Komagatake | Stratovolcano | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) | 2000 | 57 km |
| Esan | Lava dome(s) | 618 m (2,028 ft) | 1874 | 87 km |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 143 km |
| Oshima-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 732 m (2,402 ft) | 1790 | 171 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 175 km |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 5.0 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 6.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 4.4 in |
Sōbetsu has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 23°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.8") and March the driest (3.0").
Schools in Sōbetsu
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立久保内小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 壮瞥町立壮瞥中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 壮瞥町立壮瞥小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 壮瞥町立北海道壮瞥高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sōbetsu
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Sōbetsu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hokkaido Toyako Summit Memorial Museum | ||||
| Lake Toya Visitor Center | ||||
| Toyako Forest Museum | ||||
| Toyo takarada experience house | ||||
| Volcano Science Museum | ||||
| だて歴史文化ミュージアム | ||||
| 三松正夫記念館 | ||||
| 伊達市アートビレッジ文化館 | ||||
| 壮瞥郷土資料館 | ||||
| 室蘭市民美術館 | ||||
| 室蘭市白鳥大橋記念館 | ||||
| 室蘭市青少年科学館 | ||||
| 室蘭市青少年科学館 プラネタリム | ||||
| 宮尾登美子記念アートホール | ||||
| 旧・港の文学館 | ||||
| 旧双葉小学校資料館雪月花廊 | ||||
| 旧大滝小学校・旧優徳小学校・旧北湯沢小学校 資料館 | ||||
| 港の文学館 |
Libraries in Sōbetsu
| 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 | |||||
| 伊達市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 伊達市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 壮瞥町図書分室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 室蘭工業大学附属図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 室蘭市図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 室蘭市立図書館 白鳥台分室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 市立室蘭図書館本輪西分室 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sōbetsu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan Food Agriculture Food Market | |||||
| 中央市場 | |||||
| 室蘭市公設地方卸売市場 | |||||
| 追直卸売場 |
Hotels in Sōbetsu
9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sōbetsu
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sōbetsu
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Sōbetsu
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sōbetsu
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Sōbetsu
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sōbetsu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Toya Beer | ||||
| Niseko Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Sōbetsu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Sōbetsu
31 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chisennupri | 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 | - | - | - |
| Sapporo Bankei Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sapporo Moiwayama | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Classe Snow Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Fu's snow area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Iwanai Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Dynasty Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Asahigaoka Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Assabu Chomin (Taikoyama) Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Niseko United | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Eniwa City Ski Area | 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 | - | - | - |
| Yakumo Choei Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Greenpia Onuma | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hakodate Nanae Snowpark | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Niyama Kogen Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Sōbetsu
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sapporo Okadama Airport | OKD | Medium Airport |
| Hokkaido University Yubari River Gliderport | - | Small Airport |
| JASDF Yakumo Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Camp Horobetsu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Otaki Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Shikabe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Shiraoi Gliderport | - | Small Airport |
| Yoichi Agricultural Airfield / Appleport Yoichi | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sōbetsu
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 久保内郵便局 | |
| 北湯沢簡易郵便局 | |
| 壮瞥郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sōbetsu
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 久保内神社 | |
| 壮栄寺 | |
| 壮瞥神社 | |
| 歓喜光地蔵尊 | |
| 浄光寺 | |
| 滝不動尊 | |
| 火の山神社 | |
| 熊神社 | |
| 禅長院 | |
| 第一番観音 |
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What is the population of Sōbetsu?
Sōbetsu has a population of 2,743 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 127.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Sōbetsu 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 Sōbetsu?
Sōbetsu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.5 inches, with 14.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Sōbetsu?
Sōbetsu has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 88 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Sōbetsu?
The median home value in Sōbetsu is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.