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Overview of the 2025 Happiness and Livability Rankings

Daito Kentaku Co., based in Minato-ku, Tokyo, has conducted an extensive residential satisfaction survey to unveil the "Happiness Ranking of Cities 2025 (Kyushu and Okinawa Edition)" and the "Livability Ranking of Cities 2025 (Kyushu and Okinawa Edition)." This is among the largest compilations of such data in recent years.

Key Findings from the Happiness Ranking of Cities 2025

1. Top Performers: The leading happiness rankings reveal that Kadena Town in Okinawa Prefecture topped the list, followed by Hasami Town in Nagasaki Prefecture, which made a significant leap from 18th place last year to second. The third position was claimed by Kadogawa Town in Miyazaki Prefecture.
- 1st Place: Kadena Town, Okinawa – Rising from 4th to 1st this year, Kadena is celebrated for its community spirit and local pride.
- 2nd Place: Hasami Town, Nagasaki – A remarkable climb in rankings underscores the town's growing reputation and satisfaction levels among residents.
- 3rd Place: Kadogawa Town, Miyazaki – Continuing to be a favorite among locals.

Eight of the top ten cities are rural towns primarily located in Okinawa, Nagasaki, Miyazaki, Fukuoka, and Kumamoto Prefectures.

Analysis of Happiness Ranking Methodology

The happiness score is derived from five years of compiled data from 2021 to 2025, averaging responses from more than 50 individuals per municipality. In cases where responses were fewer, earlier years' data were incorporated to ensure robust results.

Insights from the Livability Ranking of Cities 2025

1. Most Desired Living Places: The top three cities where people want to continue residing are also located in the Okinawa region—Kadena Town and Chatan Town, both securing the first and second places consecutively for two years. The third position remains stable with Nakagusuku Village.
- 1st Place: Chatan Town, Okinawa – Retaining its title for the second consecutive year, Chatan boasts strong community ties and stunning local features that residents cherish.
- 2nd Place: Kadena Town, Okinawa – Continuing to rise in both happiness and livability rankings.
- 3rd Place: Nakagusuku Village, Okinawa – Firmly positioned as a desirable living area for three years running.

Interestingly, Sasebo City in Nagasaki Prefecture climbed from its previous ranking of 55th to enter the top ten this year, highlighting an increased livability appreciation among its residents.

Livability Ranking Details

Similar to the happiness rankings, the livability indices cover five years, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of residents' views on their living conditions.

Top 20 Happiness Ranking Summary:

• - Out of the rankings from positions 11 to 20, Kunisaki City in Oita Prefecture significantly improved its standing, shooting up from 80 to 16. Other notable improvements include Fukuoka's Koga City moving from 21st to 11th, while Kumamoto City's Nishi Ward leaped from 45th to 15th.

Top 20 Livability Ranking Summary:

• - Among the live-worthy cities, Minami-Harbora Town in Okinawa jumped from 45th to 20th. Other cities making significant gains included Kitakyushu's Moji Ward from 21st to 13th.

Conclusion

The findings from this extensive survey reflect a changing perception of happiness and livability across Kyushu and Okinawa. Rising small towns demonstrate that enhanced community features and local pride play crucial roles in residents' satisfaction, showing a promising future for these regions. For further insights, please visit the official pages detailing these rankings.

For additional information and detailed visuals, check the official press releases and rankings on the City Happiness Rankings Website or the Daito Kentaku Corporate Press Release.