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Takasu, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Takasu is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 6,567. Elevation: 387 ft (118 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).
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People
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A+Climate
| Population | 6,567 |
| Population Density | 111 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 387 ft (118 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.8434°, 142.3545° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.5 inches (1,079 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.5 inches (37 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Takasu
Takasu is a small city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 6,567. The city sits at an elevation of 387 feet (118 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Takasu vs Japan Average
Income: Takasu 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) | 210 |
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 | 2,627 |
Property Tax
Climate in Takasu
Takasu has an average annual temperature of 7.3°C (45°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1114 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.8°F |
| 23% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 387 ft (118 m) |
| Area | 59.3 sq mi (153.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 111/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8434°N, 142.3545°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1947 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 109 km |
| 1956 | NE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 148 km |
| 1863 | NW. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 108 km |
| 1834 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 98 km |
| 1792 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 146 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taisetsuzan (45 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 45 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 54 km |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 72 km |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 143 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 151 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 168 km |
| Kussharo | Caldera | 574 m (1,883 ft) | 1320 | 169 km |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 174 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 179 km |
| Mashu | Caldera | 857 m (2,812 ft) | 1080 | 180 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-9°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 5.5 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 3.4 in |
Takasu has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 16°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.6") and February the driest (1.9").
Schools in Takasu
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 旭川市立江丹別小中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 道立北海道旭川養護学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Arashiyama Elementary and Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Higashitakasu Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Takadai Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Shunkoudai Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Takasu School for Special Needs Education | — | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Takasu High School | — | — | — | — |
| Takasu Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kitano Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 旭川市立末広小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 鷹栖中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| National Institute of Technology, Asahikawa College | — | — | — | — |
| 旭川市立末広北小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 旭川市立陵雲小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 旭川市立広陵中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 旭川実業高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 旭川市立近文第一小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Takasu
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Takasu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asahikawa art museum | ||||
| Asahikawa art museum | ||||
| Asahikawa City Museum | ||||
| Asahikawa City Museum | ||||
| Asahikawa City Science Museum | ||||
| Asahikawa City Science Museum | ||||
| Asahikawa City Sculpture Museum Station Gallery | ||||
| Asahikawa City Sculpture Museum Station Gallery | ||||
| Hokuchin Museum | ||||
| Hokuchin Museum | ||||
| Inoue Yasushi Memorial Hall | ||||
| Inoue Yasushi Memorial Hall | ||||
| Kawa no omoshiro kan | ||||
| Kawa no omoshiro kan | ||||
| Kawamura Kaneto Ainu Memorial | ||||
| Kawamura Kaneto Ainu Memorial | ||||
| Miura Ayako Literature Museum | ||||
| Miura Ayako Literature Museum | ||||
| Otokoyama Sake Brewery Museum | ||||
| Otokoyama Sake Brewery Museum | ||||
| フォトギャラリー北写人 | ||||
| 彫刻の館 | ||||
| 愛別町郷土芸能伝承館 | ||||
| 旭川市彫刻美術館 | ||||
| 旭川市彫刻美術館 | ||||
| 木と暮らしの情報館 | ||||
| 木と暮らしの情報館 | ||||
| 東川町郷土館 |
Libraries in Takasu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asahikawa City Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kagura Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kagura Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nagayama Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nagayama Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Suehiro Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toko Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wassamu town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| せんとぴゅあⅡ | 0.0 | |||||
| 旭川市中央図書館 東旭川分室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 旭川市中央図書館 東旭川分室 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Takasu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Takushoku Market |
Restaurants in Takasu
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Takasu
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Takasu
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Takasu
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Takasu
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Takasu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Asahikawa Starffin Baseball Stadium | ||
| Taisetsu Arena |
Ski Resorts Near Takasu
28 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa present park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Bifuka Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nayoro Piyashiri | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| PIYASHIRI NAYORO SNOW PARK | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Haboro Chomin Skijo | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Furen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahi Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Wassamu Higashiyama Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Boyodai Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kokusetsu Horotachi Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Pippu Ski Slopes | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Touma Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ashimoi Kanko Takaho Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hokuryu Choei Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Minami Furano | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Inosawa Sky Slopes | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Canmore Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kamui Ski Links | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahidake | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shintotsukawacho Sotchidake | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kamoidake Kokusai | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Furano ski resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Bibai Kokusetsu Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Katsurazawa Kokusetsu Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sahoro | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Greenland White Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Haginoyama Shimin Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Takasu
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Asahikawa Airport | AKJ | Medium Airport |
| Biei Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Fukagawa Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Hokkaido University Yubari River Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Camp Nayoro Airfield and Heliport | — | Small Airport |
| Shinshinotsu Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Skyport Bibai | — | Small Airport |
| Takikawa Sky Park | — | Small Airport |
| Toma Skypark Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Takasu
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 北鷹栖郵便局 | |
| 旭川末広郵便局 | |
| 江丹別郵便局 | |
| 鷹栖郵便局 |
Treatment Centers in Takasu
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| あさひまちクリニック | ||
| ぴあふる岩山 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Takasu
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 大道寺末広別院 | |
| 神社 | |
| 鷹栖神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Takasu
What is the population of Takasu?
Takasu has a population of 6,567 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 111 people per square mile, spread across 59.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Takasu 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 Takasu?
Takasu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.5 inches, with 14.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Takasu?
Takasu has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 210 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Takasu?
The median home value in Takasu is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.