Oita
大分県
At a Glance
Higher cost area, driven by tourism (onsen) & manufacturing, tight-knit local community.
Estimated Monthly Cost of Living
¥322,929
≈ $2,153 USD / month
Budget
¥226,050
Minimal spending, shared housing, cooking at home
Moderate
¥322,929
Average lifestyle, own apartment, occasional dining
Comfortable
¥452,100
Spacious flat, dining out often, leisure activities
Monthly Spending Breakdown
Price Details
Individual item prices in Oita, sourced from e-Stat government data. Prices are in JPY.
Other(3 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Total Consumption Expenditure | ¥288,531 |
| Other Consumption Expenditure | ¥55,887 |
| Furniture & Household Utensils | ¥10,637 |
Food & Groceries(3 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Food | ¥94,349 |
| Rice (Koshihikari) | ¥5,087 |
| Food (average) | ¥4,993 |
Transportation(1 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Transportation & Communication | ¥34,119 |
Entertainment(1 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Culture & Recreation | ¥25,431 |
Utilities(1 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Fuel, Light & Water Charges | ¥21,507 |
Healthcare(1 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Medical Care | ¥14,817 |
Housing & Rent(1 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Housing | ¥14,454 |
Clothing(1 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Clothing & Footwear | ¥10,941 |
Education(1 items)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Education | ¥6,390 |
Foreign Community in Oita
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
Beppu Onsen Festival
Celebrate Beppu's 2,000+ hot spring sources
Hita Gion Festival
Elaborate float procession in the riverside town of Hita
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 winters. Warm, humid summers. Comfortable year-round. Mountain areas are cooler.
Foreign Community
Future Events & Business Opportunities
Investment Highlight
Oita's onsen tourism is evolving into a wellness economy, with growing international demand for health retreats and workation facilities near Beppu's world-famous hot springs.
Onsen Tourism & Wellness Economy Growth
TourismMedium ImpactOita Prefecture, home to Beppu — Japan's hot spring capital — is expanding its wellness tourism offerings. International visitor numbers are growing as the prefecture promotes health tourism and workation programs.
Business Opportunity
Wellness tourism, onsen-based health retreats, and workation facility development. Growing international demand for authentic Japanese wellness experiences.
Infrastructure Projects
- Beppu onsen district revitalization
- Oita City center redevelopment
Economic & Investment Profile
Beppu/Yufuin onsen tourism; geothermal energy leader; semiconductor supply chain beneficiary.
Economic Overview
GDP
¥4.5T
+0.5% YoY
GDP per Capita
¥3.9M
Avg. Income
290万円
≈ ¥2,900,000/yr
Unemployment
2.5%
Below national avg
Startup Rate
3.3%
Below average
Real Estate Market
Avg. Rent (1K)
¥33,000
/month
Avg. Rent (2LDK)
¥50,000
/month
Land Price Trend
+0.2%
YoY change
Vacant House Rate
14.5%
Above national avg (13.6%)
Demographics
Population Trend
↓ Declining
-0.7% YoY
Foreign Residents
16,500
+11.5% growth
Top Nationalities
Key Metrics at a Glance
| GDP | ¥4.5T |
| GDP Growth | +0.5% |
| Average Income | 290\u4E07\u5186 |
| Land Price Change | +0.2% |
| Vacant Houses | 14.5% |
| Foreign Residents | 16,500 |
| Startup Rate | 3.3% |
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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Cities & Municipalities (0)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Oita?
The estimated monthly cost of living in Oita for a single person is approximately ¥322,929 (≈ $2,153 USD). This includes rent, food, utilities, transportation, and other daily expenses based on government survey data.
What are specific item prices in Oita?
The Price Details section below shows individual item prices in Oita, 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 Oita expensive compared to other prefectures?
Oita is approximately 16% cheaper than the national average, making it one of the more affordable prefectures in Japan.