Updated Jan 26, 2026
KEY STATS
588K
Population
272 Mbps
Internet
Asia/Tokyo
Timezone
IBR (12km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Suginami's quiet Tokyo ward weaves residential calm with hipster cafes and cherry-blossom lined parks, embodying Japan's understated cool. Digital nomads score reliable gigabit internet, compact apartments, and subway access to the city's endless energy.
QUICK FACTS
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
272 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
A mid-sized city of 588,354 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
2,020 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
52
Cafes
11
Bars
13
Fast Food
31
Shopping
Supermarkets
33
Convenience
109
Shopping Malls
4
Healthcare
Hospitals
15
Clinics
4
Pharmacies
29
Education
Schools
94
Universities
5
Libraries
1
Recreation
Parks
159
Playgrounds
4
Sports
48
Cinemas
4
Museums
8
Theatres
1
Transport
Bus Stops
929
Train Stations
5
Fuel Stations
22
Services
Banks
10
ATMs
1
Post Offices
45
Police
15
Fire Stations
15
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
272 Mbps
Download
196 Mbps
Upload
15ms
Latency
1,547
Tests
403
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: May - Sep
6°
J
7°
F
11°
M
16°
A
21°
M
24°
J
26°
J
24°
A
21°
S
16°
O
11°
N
7°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 15.6 C Range: 5.5 - 25.6 C Rain: 1,517 mm/year Sunshine: 2,922 h/year
CITY SCORES
96.7
Nomad Index
B
Livability
37.5
Culture
57.5
Overall
AIRPORT
IBR
Ibaraki International Airport
12 km from center
Very close — ~18 min ride
FUN FACTS
As of June 1, 2022, Suginami has an estimated population of 588,354 and a population density of 17,274 persons per km2.
The Kanda River passes through Suginami.
The Zenpukuji river originates from Zenpukuji Park in western Suginami, and the Myōshōji River originates in Myōshōji Park, to the north of Ogikubo station.
The ward was founded on March 15, 1947.
Districts and neighborhoods The following neighborhoods make up Suginami-ku: Politics Historically, Suginami has leaned toward liberal activism.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Suginami known for?
Suginami's quiet Tokyo ward weaves residential calm with hipster cafes and cherry-blossom lined parks, embodying Japan's understated cool. Digital nomads score reliable gigabit internet, compact apartments, and subway access to the city's endless energy.
How fast is the internet in Suginami?
Suginami has an average download speed of 272 Mbps and upload speed of 196 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Suginami?
Suginami has an average year-round temperature of approximately 15.6 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Suginami?
Suginami is served by IBR (Ibaraki International Airport), approximately 12 km from the city center.
What is the population of Suginami?
The population of Suginami is approximately 588K.
What infrastructure does Suginami have?
Suginami has 2,020 mapped points of interest, including 52 restaurants, 15 hospitals, 94 schools.
What country is Suginami in?
Suginami is located in Ibaraki.
