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Uji
City in Kyōto, Japan
Overview
Set along the Uji River, Uji is a historic city in Kyōto Prefecture revered for its centuries-old temples, lush scenery, and world-famous green tea. The city offers a serene blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty, making it a tranquil alternative to busier Kyoto.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Kyōto
Population
179,626
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
34.89°, 135.80°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
87
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
72
Traffic Safety
77
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$1,478
Local Cost
$940
Local Income
$2,300
Cashless
68
English
40
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
149 Mbps
Upload
168 Mbps
Latency
12 ms
City Vibrancy
77
Coworking
0
Cafes
37
Nightlife
10
Parks
30
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
ITM
Distance
35 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 2026-03-21.
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 3 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 83/100.
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