YamaguchiLivability Score

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Yamaguchi's crime rate is 3.22 per 1,000 residents, with an excellent safety score of 62.6. As a prefectural capital of about 194,000 people, the city retains rich history and culture from the Muromachi period when the Ouchi clan made it flourish as the 'Kyoto of the West.' Historical landmarks like Rurikoji Temple's five-story pagoda dot the landscape, and despite being a prefectural capital, the natural abundance and calm environment contribute to its strong public safety.

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Yamaguchi's average land price is 56,908 yen per square meter, with average rent at 43,709 yen. The cost score is a favorable 55.9. For a prefectural capital, housing costs are quite reasonable, enabling a comfortable lifestyle with well-developed administrative services. A unique perk is having Yuda Onsen hot springs right in the urban area for everyday use. Redevelopment around Shin-Yamaguchi Station is progressing, creating a good balance of convenience and affordability.

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Yamaguchi's public transit usage rate is 3.4%, with a convenience score of 45.7. Shin-Yamaguchi Station on the Sanyo Shinkansen serves as the transport hub, with shuttle buses to Yamaguchi-Ube Airport. The Chugoku and Sanyo expressways also pass through, providing good wide-area access. Retail density is 7.88 stores per 1,000 residents, quite adequate for daily needs. The area is also rich in tourism resources including the SL Yamaguchi steam locomotive. With a car, daily life is comfortable.

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Yamaguchi has 17 hospitals (0.88 per 10,000 residents) and 165 clinics (8.51 per 10,000), with a combined medical facility density of 9.38 per 10,000. The welfare score is 50.6. There are 54 schools at 0.28 per 1,000 residents, a high ratio. As an administrative city, welfare and education infrastructure is generously developed. The warm Setouchi climate in the central and southern areas supports a healthy living environment.

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Yamaguchi's economy score is 47.8. Taxable income per capita is approximately 3.22 million yen, and the net migration rate is -0.11%, nearly balanced. The city has a strong administrative character, and the Ogori district serves as a distribution hub with many national company branch offices. It's also the registered headquarters location of Fast Retailing. Tourism leveraging Ouchi cultural heritage sites and Yuda Onsen also supports the economy, making it a city where residents enjoy stable lives in a peaceful environment.