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Sakae
City in Kōchi, Japan
Overview
Sakae is a charming small city in Kochi prefecture, Japan, known for its serene riverside scenery and traditional local atmosphere. With a population just under 20,000, it offers a peaceful retreat with friendly communities and a slower pace of life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Kōchi
Population
19,902
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
36.99°, 138.58°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
88
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,265
Local Cost
$725
Local Income
$1,700
Cashless
55
English
22
Temperature
8.9°C
Summer Avg
20.2°C
Winter Avg
-2.5°C
Record High
37.1°C
Record Low
-16.9°C
Humidity
87%
Precipitation
1847 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
Transport
4
Walk Score
4
Footways
7.0
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 2026-03-22.
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 2025-12-06.
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 60/100.
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