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Kamiamakusa Shi

City in Kumamoto, Japan

Overview

Kamiamakusa Shi, set amid the islands of Amakusa in Kumamoto Prefecture, is a serene coastal city noted for its onsen hot springs, stunning sea views, and a laid-back lifestyle. The city offers a mix of local heritage, natural beauty, and access to relaxing island adventures. Visitors come for its tranquil atmosphere, seafood cuisine, and scenic cruises.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Kumamoto
Population
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
32.50°, 130.41°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
72
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,300
Local Cost
$785
Local Income
$1,700
Cashless
35
English
30
Temperature
15.6°C
Summer Avg
24.6°C
Winter Avg
6.1°C
Record High
34.8°C
Record Low
-4.9°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
2325 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
AXJ
Distance
23 km

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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 2025-12-09.
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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