Awaji Overview
Awaji Key Statistics
Population41127
Area184 km²
Parks / Museums / Cafés8 / 0 / 2
Practical Essentials for Awaji
Meet-ups & Expat Community
Chat with locals tonight or join a language-exchange near the station.
Find Events ↗
Emergency Phones
Police: 110 · Fire/Ambulance: 119
Nation-wide numbers, English assistance usually available.
Safety Tips ↗
City Hall Website
Official permits, taxes, public records and all resident-services for Awaji.
Visit ↗Getting Around Awaji
Train Travel to Awaji
Awaji is connected via Japan Rail and local private lines.
Driving to Awaji
Accessible via Tomei Expressway and other national highways.
Real-Time Air Quality in Awaji
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Get Instant Quote ↗What to Eat in Awaji
- Slurp a steaming bowl of ramen at a tiny shop in Awaji downtown.
- Walk the morning market and try ultra-fresh sushi in Awaji.
- Grab late-night yakitori skewers near Awaji Station.
- Pick up handmade mochi from a family confectioner in central Awaji.
- Sip a glass of small-batch sake brewed on the edge of Awaji.
Hungry for more?
Street-food crawls, cooking classes & sake tastings — reserve now, pay later.
Book Food Tours ↗Things to Do in Awaji
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Walking tours, food crawls, day trips & more – reserve today, pay later.
View Tours ↗Income & Living Costs in Awaji
¥3,400,000*est
Median household income / year
78*est /100
Price level vs Tokyo
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Send or spend Japanese yen with mid-market FX rates via Wise.
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FAQ about Awaji
When was Awaji founded?
Awaji was founded on April 1, 2005.
How old is Awaji?
Awaji is roughly 21 years old.
What is the population of Awaji?
The latest estimate puts the population at about 41,127.
What is the land area of Awaji?
Awaji covers roughly 184 km².
How many parks, museums and cafés are in Awaji?
The city has roughly 8 parks, 0 museums and 2 cafés within a 5 km radius of the center.
Is Awaji expensive to live?
Awaji is generally more affordable than Tokyo, with lower rents and food costs outside the tourist core.
Do I need travel insurance for visiting Awaji?
Yes — hospitals in Japan can be costly for visitors. SafetyWing covers flight delays, medical emergencies and lost gear from about US$45 / 4 weeks. Get an instant quote ↗
How can I send money internationally while in Japan?
Wise lets you hold Japanese yen, move money at the mid-market rate and spend with a debit card for a small fixed fee — popular with both expats and long-term travellers.
Where can I book food tours or cooking classes in Awaji?
From street-food crawls to sake tastings and hands-on cooking classes, Awaji has flavour for every budget. Book food tours ↗
What tours are available in Awaji?
Guided walking tours, cultural excursions and day-trips run year-round. Most allow free cancellation and pay-later options. Explore tours ↗
Where can I access official city services in Awaji?
All resident services — permits, taxes, public records — are handled by the City Hall. Visit the official site ↗
Are there expat meet-ups or language exchanges in Awaji?
Awaji hosts a friendly international community with weekly events near the main stations and cafes. Find events ↗
Where can I charge my EV in Awaji?
CHAdeMO and CCS-compatible chargers dot convenience-store car-parks and highway rest-areas. View stations ↗
Can I rent a bike in Awaji?
Yes, hire a bike by the hour or day and cruise the riverside paths. Rent a bike ↗
How can I check public-transport routes in Awaji?
Use the official route planner for live subway, bus and tram times. Open planner ↗
Where is Awaji?
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