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Takashima
City in Shiga, Japan
Overview
Takashima is a picturesque city located on the western shores of Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture, blending traditional rural landscapes with serene lakeside settings. It is renowned for its shrines, outdoor activities, and an inviting pace of life away from Japan's big cities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Shiga
Population
46,246
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
35.41°, 136.02°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
95
Female Safety
92
LGBTQ+ Safety
68
Traffic Safety
87
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,315
Local Cost
$797
Local Income
$2,050
Cashless
60
English
28
Temperature
12.9°C
Summer Avg
23.4°C
Winter Avg
2.3°C
Record High
32.9°C
Record Low
-8.6°C
Humidity
84%
Precipitation
1864 mm
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
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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.
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 67/100.
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