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Yusuhara
City in Kōchi, Japan
Overview
Yusuhara is a tranquil mountain town in Kōchi famous for its innovative wooden architecture and lush natural surroundings. Despite its small size, it offers a unique mix of tradition, art, and eco-friendly living, making it ideal for slow travel and exploring rural Japan. Whether you're admiring Kengo Kuma's buildings or discovering the nearby forests and rivers, Yusuhara is a hidden gem for those seeking authenticity.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Kōchi
Population
3,327
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
33.39°, 132.93°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
82
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
88
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,120
Local Cost
$730
Local Income
$1,500
Cashless
35
English
18
Temperature
12.8°C
Summer Avg
22.8°C
Winter Avg
2.5°C
Record High
35.5°C
Record Low
-8.7°C
Humidity
84%
Precipitation
2057 mm
Internet Speed
83 Mbps
Upload
15 Mbps
Latency
50 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
4
Walk Score
4
Footways
8.0
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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 4 tests. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
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 65/100.
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