Ehime
愛媛県
At a Glance
Higher cost area, driven by agriculture (citrus) & shipbuilding, tight-knit local community.
Estimated Monthly Cost of Living
¥412,936
≈ $2,753 USD / month
Budget
¥289,055
Minimal spending, shared housing, cooking at home
Moderate
¥412,936
Average lifestyle, own apartment, occasional dining
Comfortable
¥578,110
Spacious flat, dining out often, leisure activities
Monthly Spending Breakdown
Price Details
Individual item prices in Ehime, sourced from e-Stat government data. Prices are in JPY.
Other(3 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Total Consumption Expenditure | ¥370,234 |
| Other Consumption Expenditure | ¥73,025 |
| Furniture & Household Utensils | ¥16,485 |
Food & Groceries(3 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Food | ¥97,521 |
| Rice (Koshihikari) | ¥5,233 |
| Food (average) | ¥5,091 |
Transportation(1 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Transportation & Communication | ¥81,867 |
Entertainment(1 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Culture & Recreation | ¥26,571 |
Education(1 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Education | ¥24,301 |
Utilities(1 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Fuel, Light & Water Charges | ¥20,656 |
Clothing(1 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Clothing & Footwear | ¥14,385 |
Healthcare(1 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Medical Care | ¥10,577 |
Housing & Rent(1 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Housing | ¥4,846 |
Foreign Community in Ehime
Top Nationalities
Source: Immigration Services Agency (出入国在留管理庁) end-of-2023 statistics. A larger foreign community often means more multilingual services, international shops, and established support networks for newcomers.
Lifestyle Profile
Top Industries
Local Specialties
Lifestyle
Events & Festivals
Dogo Onsen Festival
Celebration of one of Japan's oldest hot springs
Niihama Taiko Festival
Massive taiko drum floats carried by hundreds of men
Digital Nomad Score
Based on coworking availability, internet speed, and cafe culture.
Entrepreneur Score
Based on startup ecosystem, business support, and market access.
Outdoor & Activities
Climate
Mild Seto Inland Sea climate. Warm winters. Low rainfall. Comfortable year-round.
Foreign Community
Future Events & Business Opportunities
Investment Highlight
Ehime is becoming a world-class cycling destination. The Cycling Shimanami 2026 event and Velo-city 2027 world summit position the prefecture as the cycling capital of Asia, creating year-round tourism and business opportunities.
Cycling Shimanami 2026 International Event
SportsHigh ImpactOne of Asia's largest international cycling events, with ~7,000 participants from around the world riding the Shimanami Kaido — a National Cycle Route connecting Ehime and Hiroshima across the Seto Inland Sea. Eight courses are available for all skill levels.
Business Opportunity
Cycling tourism infrastructure — bike rental shops, accommodation along the route, cafes, repair services. Investors are already opening shops and services ahead of the event. Year-round cycling tourism is growing rapidly.
Velo-city 2027 — World Cycling Summit
BusinessHigh ImpactEhime will host Velo-city 2027 (May 25-28), the annual world cycling summit, marking its first time in Japan. Over 1,000 international delegates from cycling industry, urban planning, and government will attend. The four Shikoku prefectures are collaborating to position the island as an international cycling destination.
Business Opportunity
International conference services, premium accommodation, cycling industry partnerships, and long-term positioning as a global cycling destination. This puts Ehime on the world cycling industry map permanently.
Infrastructure Projects
- Shimanami Kaido cycling infrastructure upgrades
- Imabari-Onomichi cycling corridor improvements
- Matsuyama cycling network expansion
- Shikoku-wide cycling route development
Economic & Investment Profile
Shimanami Kaido cycling tourism; shipbuilding and towel manufacturing; Matsuyama is a livable compact city.
Economic Overview
GDP
¥5.1T
+0.2% YoY
GDP per Capita
¥3.8M
Avg. Income
290万円
≈ ¥2,900,000/yr
Unemployment
2.5%
Below national avg
Startup Rate
3.1%
Below average
Real Estate Market
Avg. Rent (1K)
¥32,000
/month
Avg. Rent (2LDK)
¥48,000
/month
Land Price Trend
-0.6%
YoY change
Vacant House Rate
17.5%
Above national avg (13.6%)
Demographics
Population Trend
↓ Declining
-0.9% YoY
Foreign Residents
14,500
+10.0% growth
Top Nationalities
Key Metrics at a Glance
| GDP | ¥5.1T |
| GDP Growth | +0.2% |
| Average Income | 290\u4E07\u5186 |
| Land Price Change | -0.6% |
| Vacant Houses | 17.5% |
| Foreign Residents | 14,500 |
| Startup Rate | 3.1% |
Sources: Cabinet Office (GDP), Ministry of Internal Affairs (population), Immigration Services Agency (foreign residents), MLIT (land prices, housing survey), National Tax Agency (income). Data from 2022-2024 publications.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Ehime?
The estimated monthly cost of living in Ehime for a single person is approximately ¥412,936 (≈ $2,753 USD). This includes rent, food, utilities, transportation, and other daily expenses based on government survey data.
What are specific item prices in Ehime?
The Price Details section below shows individual item prices in Ehime, grouped by category (food, housing, utilities, etc.). You can see exactly how much everyday items like rice, eggs, milk, and transit passes cost, sourced directly from Japan's e-Stat government data.
Is Ehime expensive compared to other prefectures?
Ehime is approximately 7% more expensive than the national average.