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Higashine
City in Yamagata, Japan
Overview
Higashine is a tranquil city in Yamagata Prefecture known for its lively cherry orchards, onsen (hot springs), and proximity to both nature and industry. It offers a harmonious blend of rural beauty and modern convenience, making it ideal for slow-paced explorations.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Yamagata
Population
47,747
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
38.44°, 140.40°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$1,190
Local Cost
$702
Local Income
$1,650
Cashless
55
English
35
Temperature
9.2°C
Summer Avg
20.4°C
Winter Avg
-2.2°C
Record High
35.8°C
Record Low
-16.1°C
Humidity
88%
Precipitation
1546 mm
City Vibrancy
32
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
8
Parks
21
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
GAJ
Distance
4 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.
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 65/100.
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