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Rikuzentakata-shi

City in Iwate, Japan

Overview

Rikuzentakata-shi is a coastal city in Iwate Prefecture, known for its resilience and beautiful natural landscapes after being significantly rebuilt following the 2011 tsunami. The city is famous for its pine forests, beaches, and deep cultural heritage. Visitors can expect a peaceful rural setting with easy access to nature.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Iwate
Population
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
39.04°, 141.58°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,285
Local Cost
$685
Local Income
$1,850
Cashless
50
English
35
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
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0

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.
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 55/100.

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