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Morioka-shi
City in Iwate, Japan
Overview
Morioka-shi is a charming regional city surrounded by mountains and rivers, famed for its history, traditional crafts, and hearty noodles. Blending old stone streets with modern touches, its compact center invites leisurely exploration. Visitors enjoy the city's relaxed atmosphere and picturesque scenery.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Iwate
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
39.75°, 141.27°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
88
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
72
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$1,425
Local Cost
$859
Local Income
$1,800
Cashless
60
English
45
Temperature
8.0°C
Summer Avg
19.6°C
Winter Avg
-3.9°C
Record High
34.2°C
Record Low
-17.2°C
Humidity
88%
Precipitation
1384 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
HNA
Distance
37 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.
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 75/100.
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