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Hita Shi

City in Ōita, Japan

Overview

Hita Shi, set along the Mikuma River in the mountains of Ōita Prefecture, is famed for its historic Mameda-machi district and scenic natural beauty. The city blends Edo-period charm, riverside activities, and relaxing hot springs, offering a peaceful escape with a local touch.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Ōita
Population
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
33.24°, 130.95°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
92
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,220
Local Cost
$825
Local Income
$1,700
Cashless
55
English
30
Temperature
12.8°C
Summer Avg
22.7°C
Winter Avg
2.4°C
Record High
34.9°C
Record Low
-10.2°C
Humidity
84%
Precipitation
2176 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
8
Walk Score
8
Footways
16.0
Airport
KMJ
Distance
46 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-21.
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 2026-01-15.

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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