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2025 Rankings of Most Livable and Desired Cities in Kyushu and Okinawa

In a significant survey conducted by Daito Kentaku Co., Ltd., the 2025 Kyushu and Okinawa Most Livable Cities Ranking and the Most Desired Cities Ranking were unveiled. This research represents one of the largest satisfaction surveys regarding living environments in the region, gathering insights from over 85,000 participants over multiple years.

Top Results from the Livability Ranking

The Most Livable City for 2025 was awarded to Kitatyan, Nakagami District, marking a remarkable rise from its previous second place. Renowned for its vibrant atmosphere, Kitatyan is located in central Okinawa and boasts various large commercial facilities and popular tourist spots, making it a highly frequented area.

Key Insights:

1. Kitatyan has been commended for its friendliness and liveliness, securing high scores in these factors. The previously ranked second city, it has seen a substantial jump to first place this year.
2. Fukuoka City, Chūō Ward, and Nakagusuku, Nakagami District in Okinawa took second and third places respectively, showcasing the potential growth of suburban towns.
3. Notably, bed towns around urban areas like Kumamoto City's Kamimashiki District, Kashima and Naha City’s Minami Gushikawa have also witnessed impressive advancements in rankings.

Understanding the Points System

The ranking adheres to a formula that standardizes average scores to the baseline of 50, illustrating how far each location's score deviates from this average, demonstrating livability through a set-point evaluation system.

Desirability Ranking Insights

Fukuoka City continues its reign as the most desired city for living, a remarkable sixth consecutive year at this top spot. Tokyo's 23 Wards follow closely in second place while Naha City climbed from fourth to third position. Other notable cities such as Kumamoto City and Kagoshima City round out the top five.

Resident Sentiments

Interestingly, a staggering 73.5% of respondents expressed satisfaction with their current residences, with a significant portion indicating they have no specific city they wish to move to. This reflects a growing appreciation for local living, consistent with previous years' trends.

Factors Influencing Rankings

These rankings were influenced by various aspects ranging from transportation convenience to administrative service quality. Some highlights include:

• - Best Living Convenience: Okinawa City ranked first in lifestyle convenience.
• - Best Transportation: Hakata Ward, Fukuoka claimed the second place for transport facilities.
• - Best Administrative Services: Kadena Town, Nakagami District stood out in administrative service quality.

Survey Methodology

Conducted by the research institute affiliated with Daito Kentaku and executed by Macromill, the survey collected responses from over 85,049 residents aged 20 and above across the Kyushu and Okinawa regions, detailing their living preferences.

Conclusion

As we move into 2025, these ranking results reveal the evolving landscape of livability and desirability among cities in Kyushu and Okinawa. With shifting demographics and lifestyles, such surveys are crucial in informing prospective residents and guiding urban development. The full insights are accessible at いい部屋ネット and further press releases can be found here.