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Tsukuba-shi

City in Ibaraki, Japan

Overview

Tsukuba-shi is a lively science and university city set amidst the scenic landscapes of Ibaraki Prefecture. Known for its research institutions, youthful vibe, and green parks, it offers a unique blend of modernity and tradition.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Ibaraki
Population
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
36.11°, 140.08°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
92
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,646
Local Cost
$1,037
Local Income
$1,900
Cashless
70
English
50
Temperature
14.2°C
Summer Avg
23.7°C
Winter Avg
3.8°C
Record High
38.2°C
Record Low
-15.3°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1394 mm
Internet Speed
145 Mbps
Upload
8 Mbps
Latency
23 ms
City Vibrancy
33
Coworking
0
Cafes
11
Nightlife
2
Parks
20
Transport
95
Walk Score
95
Footways
189.0
Airport
IBR
Distance
31 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-20.
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 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 85/100.

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