Naha

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Naha's overall score is 37.0, placing it in the lower tier among our 20 cities. However, this is a relative comparison and doesn't mean Naha is unlivable. With a population of about 318,000, it's the political and economic center of Okinawa. Education scores a solid 53.8 with 56 schools (0.18 per 1,000 residents), and safety is mid-range at 52.9. The transport score of 16.5 reflects a 13.6% public transit usage rate, driven by the Yui Rail monorail being the only rail line. The warm climate and unique Okinawan culture are major attractions that don't show up in numbers.

Kai

Naha's crime rate is 6.22 per 1,000 residents, somewhat high among our 20 cities. The safety score of 52.9 is a mid-range evaluation. As a tourist destination, the Kokusai Street entertainment area requires some caution regarding petty crime targeting visitors. However, residential neighborhoods are relatively safe, and Okinawa's strong community bonds contribute to maintaining public order. Note that the crime rate includes prefectural-level statistics and may not precisely reflect conditions within the city alone.

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The cost score is currently null because land price data collection is incomplete. As a general guide, a studio apartment in Naha runs about 40,000-55,000 yen per month, and a family-sized 2LDK is around 60,000-85,000 yen. Rents are comparable to or slightly higher than mainland regional cities. An important caveat: as an island, Okinawa faces shipping surcharges that make groceries and daily goods 10-20% more expensive than the mainland. On the plus side, heating costs are virtually zero. The Omoromachi and Shintoshin areas are popular residential neighborhoods.

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Naha's public transit usage rate is 13.6%, and the transport score of 16.5 is among the lowest in our 20-city comparison. Okinawa's only rail line is the Yui Rail monorail, covering about 17 km from Naha Airport to Shuri. Beyond that, travel depends on buses or private cars, making Okinawa one of Japan's most car-dependent regions. Traffic congestion is a daily issue, especially on Route 58 during rush hours. That said, living along the Yui Rail line does provide access to Naha's main areas, so car-free living is not impossible within the city center.

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Naha has 56 schools, or 0.18 per 1,000 residents. For a city of about 318,000, this ratio places it in the middle range among our 20 cities. The education score of 53.8 reflects a balanced evaluation. University of the Ryukyus (located in Nishihara but within commuting distance) and Okinawa International University provide higher education options. The city also offers rich education in its unique history and culture. Many schools emphasize English education, and the presence of U.S. military bases has naturally created an internationally diverse educational environment. This score is a relative measure based on school-to-population ratios across 20 cities.

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Naha has 17 hospitals (0.54 per 10,000 residents) and 271 clinics (8.53 per 10,000). The hospital density of 0.54 is among the lowest in our 20 cities, and the clinic density of 8.53 is slightly below average. The healthcare score of 24.6 reflects these figures in the relative comparison. Core facilities like Okinawa Prefectural Nanbu Medical Center and Naha City Hospital exist, but some advanced specialized care may require transfer to the mainland. That said, Naha has the highest concentration of medical resources in Okinawa Prefecture, far surpassing the remote island areas.