Livability Report
ShodoshimaLivability Score
KagawaยทPop. 12,846
Livability analysis of Shodoshima, Kagawa across 5 axes: safety, cost, convenience, welfare, and economy based on government open data.
Published: May 1, 2026
Overall Score
43.5
59.9
59.2
48.2
30.2* These scores are based on statistical analysis of public data and do not represent a definitive assessment of any area. Actual livability varies depending on individual values and lifestyle.
5-Axis Score Breakdown
Safety43.5/100Cost59.9/100Convenience59.2/100Welfare48.2/100Economy30.2/100Basic Information
Population
12,846
Prefecture
Kagawa
Q&A with Kai
Alex, Yuki, and Kai discuss what it's really like to live here.
Safety
Alex
How safe is Shodoshima? Remote islands seem peaceful.
Yuki
What does the crime data show?
Kai
Shodoshima's crime rate is 6.22 per 1,000 residents, with a safety score of 43.5. This small island town of about 13,000 people features close-knit communities where neighbors know each other. The tranquil atmosphere of a Seto Inland Sea island is complemented by scenic olive groves and traditional soy sauce breweries dotting the landscape.
Cost of Living
Alex
How much does it cost to live on Shodoshima?
Yuki
What are the specific land price levels?
Kai
Shodoshima's average land price is 22,967 yen per square meter, with a cost score of 58.0. Land prices are very affordable. However, being a remote island, some daily necessities incur additional transport costs. The abundance of locally produced olive oil, soy sauce, and fresh seafood is a distinctive advantage of island living.
Convenience
Alex
How's transportation on Shodoshima? Islands must be inconvenient.
Yuki
What about public transit and commercial facilities?
Kai
The public transit usage rate is 1.2%, with a convenience score of 57.9. Getting around the island requires a car, but ferries connect to Takamatsu and Kobe ports. Retail density is remarkably high at 14.01 per 1,000 residents, with 6.38 restaurants. As a venue for the Setouchi Triennale art festival, the island attracts many visitors during art seasons.
Welfare
Alex
Is healthcare adequate on Shodoshima? That's a concern for islands.
Yuki
Are there enough medical and educational facilities?
Kai
The welfare score is 47.3. There are 10 clinics (7.78 per 10,000 residents) but no hospitals on the island. Emergency cases require evacuation by ferry or helicopter, which is an important consideration. Schools number 0.31 per 1,000 across 4 facilities, enabling small-class education. Nature-based educational programs leveraging the island environment are a distinctive feature.
Economy
Alex
How's the economy on Shodoshima?
Yuki
What are the income and population trends?
Kai
The economy score is 33.8. Taxable income per capita is approximately 2.72 million yen, with net migration at -124 and a rate of -0.97%, indicating ongoing population decline. Distinctive industries like olive cultivation and soy sauce brewing provide economic foundations, though remote island economic challenges persist. New economic vitality is emerging through the Setouchi Triennale and art-related migration.
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Detailed Data
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Avg. Land Price (ยฅ/mยฒ) | 22,967 |
| Clinics | 10 |
| Clinics (per 10,000) | 7.78 |
| Crime Rate (per 1,000) | 6.22 |
| Hospitals | 0 |
| Hospitals (per 10,000) | 0 |
| Medical Facilities (per 10,000, hospitals + clinics) | 7.78 |
| net_migration | -124 |
| net_migration_rate | -0.97 |
| Total Population | 12,846 |
| Public Transit Usage (%) | 1.2 |
| restaurant_count | 82 |
| restaurant_per_1000 | 6.38 |
| retail_count | 180 |
| retail_per_1000 | 14.01 |
| Schools (elementary + junior high + high) | 4 |
| Schools (per 1,000) | 0.31 |
| taxable_income_per_capita | 2,724,939 |
Data: 2024