Livability Report
TonoLivability Score
Iwate·Pop. 22,625
5-axis livability scores for Tono, Iwate based on Japanese government open data. Safety, cost, convenience, welfare, and economy.
Published 2026-03-30 · Data updated 2026-10-08
Where in Japan
Overall Score
* 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 scores
Basic Information
Population
22,625
Prefecture
Iwate
Q&A with Kai
Alex, Yuki, and Kai discuss what it's really like to live here.
This article's text predates the October 2026 data and scoring revision and is being rewritten.
Safety

Alex
Tono is the setting of the famous 'Tono Monogatari' folk tales. How's safety?

Yuki
What are the specific crime rate figures?
Kai
Tono's crime rate is 2.46 per 1,000 residents, with a safety score of 67.4. This is a very low crime rate, indicating a secure environment. With a population of about 113,000, this folk-tale homeland surrounded by rich nature benefits from tight-knit community bonds that contribute to excellent public safety.

Cost of Living

Alex
The cost score of 58.4 is fairly high. How's housing?

Yuki
What are the specific land price numbers?
Kai
Tono's average land price is 22,450 yen per square meter, with average rent around 41,150 yen. The cost score of 58.4 confirms affordable housing where spacious living is accessible. It's one of the more economical areas in Iwate Prefecture, with 8.77 retail stores per 1,000 residents providing adequate daily shopping.

Convenience

Alex
The convenience score is 48.8. How's transportation?

Yuki
What's public transit usage like?
Kai
Tono's public transit usage rate is 2.1%, with a convenience score of 48.8. The JR Kamaishi Line serves the city, connecting to the Tohoku Shinkansen at Shin-Hanamaki Station. Daily life relies primarily on cars, but with 5.00 restaurants and 8.77 retail stores per 1,000 residents, everyday shopping needs are well covered within the city.

Welfare

Alex
The welfare score is 48.5. What's the healthcare situation?

Yuki
How many hospitals and clinics are there?
Kai
Tono has 9 hospitals (0.80 per 10,000) and 92 clinics (8.15 per 10,000), with a combined density of 8.94 per 10,000. The welfare score of 48.5 reflects standard healthcare for a regional city. Education shows 27 schools at 0.24 per 1,000 residents, a solid ratio. The area is also working on strengthening its community-based integrated care system.

Economy

Alex
The economy score is 39.6. What's the economic situation?

Yuki
What about population trends and income levels?
Kai
Tono's taxable income per capita is about 2.82 million yen, with an economy score of 39.6. Net migration is -575 (-0.51%), showing population outflow. Tourism built on the folk-tale heritage and agriculture are key industries. Unique local resources like hop cultivation and Genghis Khan barbecue culture support distinctive economic activities.

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Detailed Data
| Indicator | Value | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Crime Rate (per 1,000) | 3.09 | 2025 |
| Avg. Land Price (¥/m²) | 19,433 | 2026 |
| Avg. Rent (¥) | 34,747 | 2023 |
| Public Transit Usage (%) | 2.2 | 2020 |
| Retail Establishments | 276 | 2021 |
| Retail Establishments (per 1,000) | 12.20 | 2021 |
| Restaurant Establishments | 94 | 2021 |
| Restaurant Establishments (per 1,000) | 4.16 | 2021 |
| Residency Rate (%, census ÷ resident register) | 97.1 | 2025 |
| Medical Facilities (per 10,000, hospitals + clinics) | 8.40 | 2023 |
| Hospitals | 2 | 2023 |
| Hospitals (per 10,000) | 0.88 | 2023 |
| Clinics | 17 | 2023 |
| Clinics (per 10,000) | 7.51 | 2023 |
| Schools (elementary + junior high + high) | 16 | 2024 |
| Schools (per 1,000) | 0.707 | 2024 |
| Schools (per habitable km²) | 0.113 | 2024 |
| Taxable Income per Capita (¥) | 2,682,744 | 2025 |
| Net Migration | -185 | 2025 |
| Net Migration Rate (%) | -0.82 | 2025 |
| Total Population | 22,625 | 2025 |
| crime_count | 70 | 2025 |
| crime_count_pref | 3,351 | 2025 |
| crime_rate_pref_per_1000 | 3 | 2025 |
| habitable_area_km2 | 142 | 2024 |
| resident_registry_population | 23,301 | 2026 |
Data sources
| Indicator | Source | Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2025 Population CensusStatistics Bureau of Japan | 2025 | |
| Crime Rate (per 1,000) | Reported penal code offenses by municipalityIwate Prefectural Police | 2025 | Counted where offenses occur; per 1,000 uses the 2025 census population |
| Avg. Land Price (¥/m²) | Official land prices (National Land Numerical Information L01)Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism | 2026 | Residential sites only; simple average of sites |
| Avg. Rent (¥) | 2023 Housing and Land SurveyStatistics Bureau of Japan | 2023 | Monthly rent of rented housing; next survey in 2028 |
| Public Transit Usage (%) | 2020 Population Census (means of commuting)Statistics Bureau of Japan | 2020 | To be updated when the 2025 census commuting tables are published |
| Retail Establishments (per 1,000) | 2021 Economic Census for Business ActivityMIC and METI | 2021 | Next survey in 2026 |
| Restaurant Establishments (per 1,000) | 2021 Economic Census for Business ActivityMIC and METI | 2021 | Next survey in 2026 |
| Medical Facilities (per 10,000, hospitals + clinics) | Survey of Medical Institutions (System of Social and Demographic Statistics)Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare | 2023 | Hospitals and clinics combined |
| Schools (per habitable km²) | School Basic Survey and habitable area (System of Social and Demographic Statistics)MEXT and Statistics Bureau of Japan | 2024 | Elementary, junior high and high schools per habitable km² |
| Taxable Income per Capita (¥) | Survey on municipal tax assessmentMinistry of Internal Affairs and Communications | 2025 | Taxable income per taxpayer |
| Net Migration Rate (%) | Report on Internal MigrationStatistics Bureau of Japan | 2025 | |
| Residency Rate (%, census ÷ resident register) | Census population ÷ resident register populationMinistry of Internal Affairs and Communications | 2025 | Resident register population as of January 1, 2026 |
Data years: mainly 2025 (2020–2026 by indicator)
Published 2026-03-30 · Data updated 2026-10-08