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Higashimatshushima Shi

City in Miyagi, Japan

Overview

Higashimatshushima Shi sits along the breathtaking coastline of Miyagi, famous for tranquil landscapes and proximity to Matsushima Bay, one of Japan's most scenic views. The city combines small-town hospitality, coastal heritage, and easy access to nature.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Miyagi
Population
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
38.41°, 141.18°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
88
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
88
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,175
Local Cost
$735
Local Income
$1,700
Cashless
40
English
30
Temperature
12.0°C
Summer Avg
21.9°C
Winter Avg
1.8°C
Record High
37.1°C
Record Low
-8.2°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
1315 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
SDJ
Distance
38 km

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 2025-12-09.
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 72/100.

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