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Shibukawa-shi
City in Gunma, Japan
Overview
Shibukawa-shi, often referred to as the 'Bellybutton of Japan', is a tranquil city in Gunma Prefecture known for its historic hot springs, picturesque mountain landscapes, and easy access to nature. It is a gateway to the famous Ikaho Onsen district and offers a blend of traditional charm and local hospitality.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Gunma
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
36.50°, 138.98°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
92
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
88
Food Safety
96
Monthly Cost
$1,255
Local Cost
$700
Local Income
$1,800
Cashless
65
English
30
Temperature
8.0°C
Summer Avg
19.2°C
Winter Avg
-3.6°C
Record High
30.3°C
Record Low
-15.3°C
Humidity
87%
Precipitation
1433 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
3
Walk Score
3
Footways
5.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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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.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
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 72/100.
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