Discover the Best Cities to Live in Akita Prefecture: 2025 Rankings Revealed

Overview of the Akita Prefecture Livability Rankings 2025

Daito Kentaku, based in Minato-ku, Tokyo, has conducted one of the largest studies on residential satisfaction in the country, presenting the 'Best Cities to Live in Akita Prefecture 2025' and 'Most Desired Cities 2025'. This comprehensive survey aims to assess the livability and desirability scores across various regions, allowing residents and prospective movers to make informed decisions.

Key Findings from the Livability Rankings

- Top Rankings: For six years straight, Akita City has been crowned the most livable city, followed by Seiboku-gun Misato town at second, and Katagami City in third place.
- Akita City: Known for its lush green environment, Akita City boasts a collection of commercial facilities and administrative offices around its train station. Impressively, it scored first in five out of eight assessed factors, reflecting its convenience and attractiveness as a living area. The city is also home to historical sites like Akita Castle and Kubota Castle, which have been beautifully landscaped into public parks, providing vital recreational spaces for residents. This emphasis on community spaces contributed to Akita's high livability score, maintaining a remarkable standard over the years.
- Katagami City’s Rise: Just adjacent to Akita City, Katagami City serves as a suburban haven. It climbed from fifth place last year to third this year, specifically excelling in categories such as 'transportation convenience' and 'friendliness', showcasing its commitment to maintaining quality living standards.

The ranking scores utilize a method called '偏差値' (deviation value), which standardizes response averages, demonstrating how each location's score deviates from the average. This structured approach ensures that rankings reflect relative satisfaction accurately.

Insights from the Most Desired Cities Ranking

- Continuing Trends: The 'Most Desired Cities 2025' report shows that Sendai City has retained the number one position for four years in a row, with Akita City following in second place and the Tokyo 23 wards in third.
- Community Satisfaction: The survey revealed that 71.7% of respondents affirm their satisfaction with their current cities. Among them, 52.9% stated they do not have a particular city they aspire to move to, while 18.8% wish to remain in their existing locations.

Detailed Findings from the 2025 Survey

Top 7 Cities

The report also shares additional insights into specific factors ranking the top cities.

- Best for Peace and Safety: Ugo-gun Ugo town leads in 'quietness' and security.
- Affordability Rankings: The second-best affordability in terms of cost of living and rents was recorded in Minamiakita-gun Gojome town, with Ugo-gun Ugo town following closely behind at third.
- Disaster Preparedness: When it comes to disaster safety, Ugo-gun Ugo town excelled here as well, ranking first, with Kitakitsune city coming in third.

Survey Methodology and Background

The rankings are derived from responses collected from Daito Kentaku's registered panel via internet surveys, targeting Akita residents aged 20 and older. The substantial dataset comprises 5,965 individuals, which includes a demographic breakdown: 48.1% male, 51.9% female, and a variety of age groups. The thorough nature of this survey provides rich insights into the living standards and future expectations of Akita's residents.

Conclusion

As urban living trends continue to evolve, understanding the factors that contribute to community satisfaction is key. Akita Prefecture stands out with diverse ratings reflecting livability and aspirations, illustrating the essence of peaceful and fulfilling living environments. Whether considering relocation or seeking to enjoy Akita’s comforts, this data can be an invaluable guide.

For full details and continuous updates on livability rankings, visit the official websites for more insights into city living preferences.