Climate
About Hokuto
Hokuto is a city in Yamanashi, Japan, with a population of about 44,053 inhabitants. About 40.0% of residents are aged 65 or over and the median age is 58.6. The average taxable income is about 312.7万 yen per taxpayer (2023). The population density is about 73/km² (ranked #485 of 531 covered cities), the home-ownership rate is 45.1% and the city counts 2 hospitals. Since 1980, the population has declined by 0.6% (-2.3% between 2015 and 2020). On this page you can find driving distances, travel time and routes from Hokuto to major Japanese cities, nearby towns and the local climate.
Hokuto — key statistics
Source: e-Stat — Statistics Bureau of Japan (census, housing & land survey, medical facilities & school surveys, municipal finance)
Hokuto — population dynamics & households
In 2024, Hokuto recorded 141 births and 767 deaths (natural change -626), with 1,721 people moving in and 1,288 moving out (net migration +433).
Source: e-Stat — System of Social and Demographic Statistics (vital statistics, migration report, census)
Hokuto — official land prices 2026
The 2026 official land price survey lists 3 standard points in Hokuto, with an average change of -0.27 % over one year.
Source: MLIT — National Land Numerical Information, Official Land Price (L01) 2026
Distances from Hokuto
Straight-line distance — click for the full driving route, time and fuel cost.
Nearby cities
Closest towns and cities around Hokuto.
Train stations near Hokuto
Closest railway stations.
Frequently asked questions
Hokuto population?
About 44,053 inhabitants (2020 census).
Population density of Hokuto?
About 73 inhabitants/km² (area 602.5 km²).
Average rent in Hokuto?
About 1,524 yen per tatami per month (2018 Housing and Land Survey).
Distance from Hokuto to Tokyo?
About 118 km in a straight line.