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Kamigyō-ku
City in Kyōto, Japan
Overview
Kamigyō-ku is a historic ward in northern Kyoto, famed for its regal temples, lush gardens, and lively traditions. It offers a blend of old-world charm, local life, and academic energy, making it a unique place to explore. Visitors can experience both serene shrines and busy artisan neighborhoods rich in culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Kyōto
Population
83,114
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
35.03°, 135.76°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
91
Female Safety
88
LGBTQ+ Safety
74
Traffic Safety
87
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,666
Local Cost
$1,125
Local Income
$2,100
Cashless
76
English
50
Temperature
13.7°C
Summer Avg
23.8°C
Winter Avg
3.4°C
Record High
34.1°C
Record Low
-6.4°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
1657 mm
Internet Speed
279 Mbps
Upload
204 Mbps
Latency
15 ms
City Vibrancy
243
Coworking
2
Cafes
130
Nightlife
50
Parks
61
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
ITM
Distance
40 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 46 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 85/100.
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