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Watari
City in Miyagi, Japan
Overview
Watari is a peaceful town in Miyagi Prefecture, blending coastal scenery, rural charm, and friendly local culture. With its convenient rail access and proximity to Sendai, it's ideal for travelers seeking a slower pace and authentic Japanese life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Miyagi
Population
32,846
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
38.03°, 140.85°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,228
Local Cost
$715
Local Income
$1,900
Cashless
60
English
35
Temperature
10.5°C
Summer Avg
21.5°C
Winter Avg
-0.9°C
Record High
37.0°C
Record Low
-13.9°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
1362 mm
City Vibrancy
24
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
9
Parks
12
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SDJ
Distance
13 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.
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 63/100.
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