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Uruma Shi

City in Okinawa, Japan

Overview

Uruma Shi, located on the eastern coast of Okinawa, is known for its beautiful seaside landscapes, historic ruins, and laid-back island atmosphere. The city blends local Okinawan tradition with modern conveniences, offering visitors pristine beaches, lively neighborhoods, and cultural experiences.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Okinawa
Population
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
26.38°, 127.86°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
84
Female Safety
82
LGBTQ+ Safety
62
Traffic Safety
68
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,280
Local Cost
$845
Local Income
$1,800
Cashless
55
English
30
Temperature
23.5°C
Summer Avg
28.0°C
Winter Avg
18.8°C
Record High
32.0°C
Record Low
8.3°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1713 mm
Internet Speed
130 Mbps
Upload
125 Mbps
Latency
97 ms
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
5
Walk Score
5
Footways
9.0
Airport
DNA
Distance
9 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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 5 tests. 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 68/100.

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