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Honjō Shi
City in Saitama, Japan
Overview
Honjō Shi, located in Saitama Prefecture, is a tranquil city blending urban convenience and rustic charm. It offers travelers a laid-back atmosphere, with easy access to nature and authentic Japanese culture. The city is well-connected by rail and ideal for relaxing day trips away from Tokyo.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Saitama
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
36.20°, 139.15°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
93
Female Safety
88
LGBTQ+ Safety
74
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,180
Local Cost
$740
Local Income
$1,750
Cashless
68
English
24
Temperature
13.2°C
Summer Avg
23.7°C
Winter Avg
2.3°C
Record High
36.6°C
Record Low
-8.1°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1448 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
4.0
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 2026-03-21.
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 2026-01-14.
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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