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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

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Map: based on Global Map Japan (Geospatial Information Authority of Japan)

Overall Score

48.9
B
Safety69.7Cost64.5Convenience52.4Welfare41.8Economy34.3

* 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

SafetySafety69.7
CostCost64.5
ConvenienceConvenience52.4
WelfareWelfare41.8
EconomyEconomy34.3

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

Alex

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

Yuki

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

Alex

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

Yuki

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

Alex

The convenience score is 48.8. How's transportation?

Yuki

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

Alex

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

Yuki

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

Alex

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

Yuki

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

IndicatorValueYear
Crime Rate (per 1,000)3.092025
Avg. Land Price (¥/m²)19,4332026
Avg. Rent (¥)34,7472023
Public Transit Usage (%)2.22020
Retail Establishments2762021
Retail Establishments (per 1,000)12.202021
Restaurant Establishments942021
Restaurant Establishments (per 1,000)4.162021
Residency Rate (%, census ÷ resident register)97.12025
Medical Facilities (per 10,000, hospitals + clinics)8.402023
Hospitals22023
Hospitals (per 10,000)0.882023
Clinics172023
Clinics (per 10,000)7.512023
Schools (elementary + junior high + high)162024
Schools (per 1,000)0.7072024
Schools (per habitable km²)0.1132024
Taxable Income per Capita (¥)2,682,7442025
Net Migration-1852025
Net Migration Rate (%)-0.822025
Total Population22,6252025
crime_count702025
crime_count_pref3,3512025
crime_rate_pref_per_100032025
habitable_area_km21422024
resident_registry_population23,3012026

Data sources

IndicatorSourceYearNotes
Total Population2025 Population CensusStatistics Bureau of Japan2025
Crime Rate (per 1,000)Reported penal code offenses by municipalityIwate Prefectural Police2025Counted 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 Tourism2026Residential sites only; simple average of sites
Avg. Rent (¥)2023 Housing and Land SurveyStatistics Bureau of Japan2023Monthly rent of rented housing; next survey in 2028
Public Transit Usage (%)2020 Population Census (means of commuting)Statistics Bureau of Japan2020To be updated when the 2025 census commuting tables are published
Retail Establishments (per 1,000)2021 Economic Census for Business ActivityMIC and METI2021Next survey in 2026
Restaurant Establishments (per 1,000)2021 Economic Census for Business ActivityMIC and METI2021Next 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 Welfare2023Hospitals and clinics combined
Schools (per habitable km²)School Basic Survey and habitable area (System of Social and Demographic Statistics)MEXT and Statistics Bureau of Japan2024Elementary, junior high and high schools per habitable km²
Taxable Income per Capita (¥)Survey on municipal tax assessmentMinistry of Internal Affairs and Communications2025Taxable income per taxpayer
Net Migration Rate (%)Report on Internal MigrationStatistics Bureau of Japan2025
Residency Rate (%, census ÷ resident register)Census population ÷ resident register populationMinistry of Internal Affairs and Communications2025Resident register population as of January 1, 2026

Data years: mainly 2025 (2020–2026 by indicator)

Published 2026-03-30 · Data updated 2026-10-08