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Ōkawa

City in Kōchi, Japan

Overview

Ōkawa is a serene riverside town set in the mountains of Kōchi Prefecture, Japan. It's known for its beautiful natural surroundings, pure water, and peaceful atmosphere, making it popular among outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a slower pace of life.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Kōchi
Population
32,609
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
33.78°, 133.47°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
86
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
84
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,105
Local Cost
$747
Local Income
$1,650
Cashless
60
English
35
Temperature
14.4°C
Summer Avg
24.0°C
Winter Avg
4.4°C
Record High
33.1°C
Record Low
-5.8°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
1865 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
KCZ
Distance
32 km

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 62/100.

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