Uryū, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Uryū is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 2,258. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Uryū
Uryū is a town located in Sorachi Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,258 |
| Population Density | 31 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.6394°, 141.8878° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.1 inches (1,120 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.6 inches (32 cm) |
About Uryū
Uryū is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 2,258. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.5°F |
| 18% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Area | 73.8 sq mi (191.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.6394°N, 141.8878°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | - | 74 km |
| 1863 | NW. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 111 km |
| 1834 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 55 km |
| 1792 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 105 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tokachidake (69 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 69 km |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 78 km |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 95 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 114 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 126 km |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 131 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 141 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 149 km |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 174 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 26°F (-4°C) | 4.4 in |
Uryū has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 20°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.6") and March the driest (2.1").
Schools in Uryū
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 雨竜町立小学校・中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| Ebeotsu Junior High School | - | - | - | - |
| 北海道雨竜高等養護学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 江部乙小学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Uryū
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Uryū
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Komorebinomori memorial hall | ||||
| Takikawa Natural History Museum | ||||
| Yumetsumugi | ||||
| かみすながわ炭鉱館 | ||||
| 上砂川町無重力科学館 | ||||
| 川の科学館 | ||||
| 新十津川物語記念館 | ||||
| 新十津川町文化伝習館 | ||||
| 新十津川町開拓記念館 | ||||
| 浦臼町郷土資料館 |
Libraries in Uryū
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 砂川市図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 秩父別町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 赤平市図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Uryū
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 砂川生協 |
Train Stations in Uryū
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Uryū
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Uryū
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Uryū
29 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shintotsukawacho Sotchidake | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Haboro Chomin Skijo | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Furen 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 | - | - | - |
| Mashike Choei Shokanbetsudake Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hokuryu Choei Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Santa present park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Inosawa Sky Slopes | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Canmore Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kamui Ski Links | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Fu's snow area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kamoidake Kokusai | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Furano ski resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bibai Kokusetsu Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ishikariheigen Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Katsurazawa Kokusetsu Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hokkaido Greenland White Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Haginoyama Shimin Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Minami Furano | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sapporo Teine | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mount Racey | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sapporo Bankei Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sapporo Moiwayama | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Classe Snow Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Uryū
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Asahikawa Airport | AKJ | Medium Airport |
| Sapporo Okadama Airport | OKD | 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 |
| UFO Park Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Uryū
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Uryu Post Office | |
| 石狩追分郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Uryū
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ebeotsu Shrine 江部乙神社 | |
| 専福寺 | |
| 雨竜神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Uryū
What is the population of Uryū?
Uryū has a population of 2,258 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 73.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Uryū?
Uryū has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 44.1 inches, with 12.6 inches of snow.
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