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Muikamachi
City in Niigata, Japan
Overview
Muikamachi is a serene town in Niigata Prefecture, surrounded by lush mountains and famed for its access to hot springs, ski resorts, and rural Japanese culture. It is a gateway to outdoor adventures and has a relaxed, local feel that offers a glimpse into small-town Japan.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Niigata
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
37.07°, 138.88°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
92
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
88
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,210
Local Cost
$752
Local Income
$1,450
Cashless
60
English
40
Temperature
8.9°C
Summer Avg
20.2°C
Winter Avg
-2.5°C
Record High
37.1°C
Record Low
-16.9°C
Humidity
87%
Precipitation
1847 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
3.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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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 2025-12-09.
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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