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Matsumoto
City in Kōchi, Japan
Overview
Matsumoto, set in the heart of the Kōchi region, is celebrated for its beautiful castle, lively local culture, and easy access to stunning natural landscapes. The city blends historical charm with modern amenities, making it a popular base for exploring the Japanese Alps.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Kōchi
Population
239,115
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
36.24°, 137.97°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
87
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
82
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,260
Local Cost
$825
Local Income
$1,950
Cashless
67
English
42
Temperature
8.2°C
Summer Avg
19.3°C
Winter Avg
-3.6°C
Record High
32.5°C
Record Low
-19.1°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
1329 mm
Internet Speed
53 Mbps
Upload
34 Mbps
Latency
23 ms
City Vibrancy
71
Coworking
0
Cafes
18
Nightlife
23
Parks
30
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
MMJ
Distance
9 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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 2 tests. 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 73/100.
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