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Hokuto
City in Yamanashi, Japan
Overview
Hokuto in Yamanashi is a tranquil city set between the Southern Alps and the Yatsugatake Mountains, renowned for its pristine nature, hot springs, and fresh produce. The city blends rural charm with thoughtful tourism, offering a peaceful retreat within easy reach of Tokyo.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Yamanashi
Population
43,452
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
35.83°, 138.40°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
66
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,330
Local Cost
$840
Local Income
$1,800
Cashless
55
English
25
Temperature
8.2°C
Summer Avg
19.3°C
Winter Avg
-3.6°C
Record High
32.5°C
Record Low
-19.1°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
1329 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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 73/100.
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