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Shibetsu
City in Hokkaidō, Japan
Overview
Shibetsu is a scenic coastal town in Eastern Hokkaidō renowned for its fishing industry, tranquil rural landscapes, and proximity to Kushiro Shitsugen National Park. The city offers a glimpse into local Hokkaidō life with fresh seafood, friendly neighborhoods, and easy access to unique natural attractions.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Hokkaidō
Population
5,123
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
43.66°, 145.13°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,145
Local Cost
$745
Local Income
$1,600
Cashless
50
English
35
Temperature
5.7°C
Summer Avg
16.2°C
Winter Avg
-5.9°C
Record High
32.6°C
Record Low
-21.1°C
Humidity
87%
Precipitation
1029 mm
Internet Speed
264 Mbps
Upload
230 Mbps
Latency
26 ms
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
Transport
51
Walk Score
51
Footways
102.0
Airport
SHB
Distance
17 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 2 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 78/100.
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