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Ichinomiya, Japan

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1,530
Retiree Score
86.0
Safety Index
85.4
Healthcare
89 facilities

This city of 378,566 people may not be the tranquil countryside idyll some expats imagine. Ichinomiya is a regional commercial hub with a mixed economy, but the climate can be oppressively hot and humid in the summer. Bureaucracy is a persistent headache, as the city has expanded rapidly by annexing surrounding municipalities over the decades. Overall, Ichinomiya offers an authentic Japanese experience, but the realities of living there may not suit everyone seeking a peaceful life abroad.

Can I afford Ichinomiya?

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Ichinomiya

You could save

1,470/mo

Savings Rate49%

Monthly Costs

Rent $550
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$980

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
49/100
Retiree Score
(i)
86/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
53/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
85
Safety
89
Healthcare
100
Walkability
20
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $2
Bread (loaf) *$2
Eggs (12) $2
Rice (1kg) *$5
Chicken (1kg) *$6

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$8
Meal (Mid-range) $52
Cappuccino $2
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $115
Mobile Plan (mo) $23
Gym (mo) *$63
Cinema Ticket $11

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $440
1BR Outside (mo) *$291
3BR Center (mo) $880
3BR Outside (mo) *$583

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Limited
Expat Community
Very Few
Top Neighborhoods
Ichinomiya City Center
Best For
commuters

Expat Life Notes

Bedroom community for Nagoya with virtually no western expats.

Pros

  • ✓ Commutable to Nagoya
  • ✓ Affordable

Cons

  • ✗ No English
  • ✗ Suburban sprawl

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
—
Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
1929 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
Apr, May, Oct

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ichinomiya

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Ichinomiya has a population of approximately 378,566 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $1,375 per month in Ichinomiya, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $550/month.

The nearest airport to Ichinomiya is NGO, approximately 50km away.

Ichinomiya is considered relatively safe, with a safety index of 85.4. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

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