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Insights from the 2025 Wakayama Living Satisfaction Rankings

Daito Kentaku Co., Ltd., headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo, has conducted one of the largest surveys of living satisfaction, publishing the results for Wakayama Prefecture. The results consist of two key categories: the "Living Satisfaction Ranking 2025" and the "Desired City Ranking 2025".

Living Satisfaction Ranking 2025 Highlights

1. Top Cities for Living Satisfaction

For the fourth consecutive year, Kamitonda Town in Nishi-Muro District has secured the top position in living satisfaction. Following closely are Arita River Town in Arita District at second place and Hidakawa Town in Hidaka District at third.

Kamitonda Town: A Haven for Residents

Kamitonda Town is located adjacent to the tourist hub of Shirahama, enjoying a mild climate thanks to the Kuroshio Current. This area fosters collaboration between public and private sectors to promote health and sports. The town's remarkable score reflects its consistent appeal, receiving a notable evaluation with a deviation score in the 70s.

Hidakawa Town's Ascension

Hidakawa Town has risen from seventh last year to third this year, showcasing its strong ratings in categories like "Quietness and Security" and "Disaster Prevention," where it achieved first place. Notably, all top three rankings are attributed to towns rather than cities, signifying a preference for smaller, quieter communities.

2. Important Notes on Ranking Methodology

The satisfaction scoring is based on a normalized value known as the deviation score, where the average is set at 50. If participants rated their living conditions as very satisfied, satisfied, indifferent, dissatisfied, or very dissatisfied, these scores are reflected accordingly.

Desired City Ranking 2025 Highlights

1. Wakayama City Maintains Top Spot

Wakayama City continues its reign as the most desired city to live in for the seventh consecutive year. Secondly, both the Tokyo 23 Wards and Tennoji Ward in Osaka City earned high ranks, with Osaka making a significant jump from seventh last year to tie for second. New entries in the top ranks include Chuo Ward in Kobe and Naha City, both tied at fourth place.

2. Resident Satisfaction Ratings

An impressive 77.3% of respondents indicated they would prefer to stay in their current city. The report indicated that 58.4% of those surveyed had no specific city in mind they wanted to move to, while 18.9% expressed a desire to continue living where they currently reside. This points to a consistent appreciation for the current living situations among residents in the region.

Community Factors within the Rankings

Additional Highlights from Factors Rankings

• - In terms of living convenience, Gobo City ranked third.
• - With respect to quietness and security, Innan Town in Hidaka District ranks at third.
• - In the liveliness category, Tanabe City also made it to third.
• - Innan Town also ranked second in cost of living and rent.

Conclusion

The 2025 Wakayama living satisfaction and desired city rankings highlight not only the strengths and preferences of residents but also reflect ongoing trends in urban living choices. The emphasis on community aspects such as quietness, safety, and well-being are paramount when considering where people want to live. This extensive survey collected responses from over 6,193 residents, making it a credible reflection of public sentiment towards their housing and community dynamics. For those looking to understand the appeal of certain towns and cities within the prefecture, these rankings certainly highlight what factors contribute towards a happier living environment.

For further details, please check the complete reports on the official website of Daito Kentaku.