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Amami
City in Kagoshima, Japan
Overview
Amami, set on Amami Oshima island, is celebrated for its turquoise waters, lush forests, and friendly island culture. With a relaxed pace and rich history, it's the gateway to the subtropical Amami archipelago. Visitors flock for its pristine nature, lively local food scene, and unique blend of Japanese and Ryukyu traditions.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Kagoshima
Population
41,049
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
28.38°, 129.49°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
78
LGBTQ+ Safety
62
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
92
Monthly Cost
$1,362
Local Cost
$748
Local Income
$1,800
Cashless
52
English
28
Temperature
22.5°C
Summer Avg
27.6°C
Winter Avg
17.3°C
Record High
32.0°C
Record Low
7.1°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1832 mm
City Vibrancy
116
Coworking
0
Cafes
12
Nightlife
85
Parks
19
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
ASJ
Distance
22 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 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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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