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Matsue
City in Shimane, Japan
Overview
Matsue is a charming city set between Lake Shinji and Nakaumi, known for its well-preserved castle, tranquil waterways, and cultural traditions. It offers a serene atmosphere, scenic beauty, and traditional experiences distinct from Japan's busy metropolises.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Shimane
Population
201,802
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
35.48°, 133.05°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
88
Female Safety
87
LGBTQ+ Safety
62
Traffic Safety
84
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,275
Local Cost
$785
Local Income
$2,100
Cashless
64
English
32
Temperature
15.4°C
Summer Avg
24.4°C
Winter Avg
6.3°C
Record High
33.5°C
Record Low
-4.8°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1739 mm
Internet Speed
103 Mbps
Upload
106 Mbps
Latency
29 ms
City Vibrancy
224
Coworking
0
Cafes
28
Nightlife
146
Parks
50
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
IZO
Distance
17 km
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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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 2 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 56/100.
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