About Hakuba
Hakuba is a city in Nagano, Japan, with a population of about 8,575 inhabitants. About 32.5% of residents are aged 65 or over and the median age is 52.1. The average taxable income is about 295.6万 yen per taxpayer (2023). The population density is about 45/km² (ranked #510 of 531 covered cities) and the city counts 0 hospitals. Since 1980, the population has grown by 20.2% (-4.0% between 2015 and 2020). On this page you can find driving distances, travel time and routes from Hakuba to major Japanese cities, nearby towns and the local climate.
Hakuba — key statistics
Source: e-Stat — Statistics Bureau of Japan (census, housing & land survey, medical facilities & school surveys, municipal finance)
Hakuba — population dynamics & households
In 2024, Hakuba recorded 49 births and 105 deaths (natural change -56), with 564 people moving in and 590 moving out (net migration -26).
Source: e-Stat — System of Social and Demographic Statistics (vital statistics, migration report, census)
Hakuba — official land prices 2026
The 2026 official land price survey lists 3 standard points in Hakuba, with an average change of +26.90 % over one year.
Source: MLIT — National Land Numerical Information, Official Land Price (L01) 2026
Distances from Hakuba
Straight-line distance — click for the full driving route, time and fuel cost.
Nearby cities
Closest towns and cities around Hakuba.
Train stations near Hakuba
Closest railway stations.
Frequently asked questions
Hakuba population?
About 8,575 inhabitants (2020 census).
Population density of Hakuba?
About 45 inhabitants/km² (area 189.4 km²).
Distance from Hakuba to Tokyo?
About 199 km in a straight line.