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Ōfunato
City in Iwate, Japan
Overview
Ōfunato is a coastal city in Iwate Prefecture known for its beautiful bay, seafood culture, and resilient community. Set along the dramatic Sanriku coastline, it offers visitors a mix of maritime heritage, nature, and local hospitality.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Iwate
Population
34,558
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
39.07°, 141.72°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
87
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
83
Food Safety
96
Monthly Cost
$1,150
Local Cost
$715
Local Income
$1,750
Cashless
54
English
20
Temperature
11.6°C
Summer Avg
20.1°C
Winter Avg
2.7°C
Record High
32.0°C
Record Low
-6.2°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
1360 mm
City Vibrancy
35
Coworking
1
Cafes
6
Nightlife
10
Parks
18
Transport
23
Walk Score
23
Footways
45.0
Airport
—
Distance
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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 2026-03-21.
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 2025-12-06.
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 66/100.
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