KurashikiLivability Score

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Kurashiki's crime rate is 5.0 per 1,000 residents, earning a safety score of 51.3. For a core city of about 475,000 people, this is a steady level. The Bikan historic district draws tourists, but residential neighborhoods maintain a calm atmosphere. The mild Seto Inland Sea climate also contributes to the community's stable living environment.

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Kurashiki's average land price is 57,350 yen per square meter, with average rent at about 48,593 yen. The cost score of 53.4 reflects an affordable level for an urban area in Okayama Prefecture. The industrial base centered on the Mizushima Complex provides employment opportunities, creating a good balance between job access and living costs.

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Kurashiki's public transit rate is 4.5%, giving a convenience score of 43.9. While Shin-Kurashiki Station on the Sanyo Shinkansen and the Seto-Ohashi Line provide good regional access, daily travel within the city tends to depend on cars. Retail density is 6.86 shops per 1,000 residents and restaurants at 3.44, ensuring adequate daily shopping options. Being the mainland starting point of the Great Seto Bridge is also a notable locational advantage.

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Kurashiki has a medical facility density of 8.05 per 10,000 residents, with 36 hospitals and 346 clinics. The Kurashiki Central Hospital anchors a solid healthcare network. Schools total 90, or 0.19 per 1,000 residents, giving a welfare score of 45.0. Education and medical infrastructure are well-balanced across the city.

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Kurashiki's taxable income per capita is about 3.28 million yen, with an economy score of 48.1. The Mizushima Coastal Industrial Zone hosts petrochemical and steel industries, while the Kojima district is famous for denim jeans and school uniforms. Net migration shows a modest outflow of 679 people (-0.14%), indicating relative population stability. The city's dual identity as both a tourist and industrial hub defines its economic character.