Comparisons
Iwate vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Japan: Tottori and Kochi
Iwate in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Iwate followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Iwate, we can consider one of its most populous cities: Morioka. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Morioka peaked in 1976-1990.
Iwate in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Iwate is Morioka with an SNDi of 2.91, which is moderately connected. Conversely, the most connected city is Morioka with an SNDi of 2.91, which is moderately connected. See trends for these cities: Morioka, Morioka
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Iwate rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Iwate, we can consider one of its most populous cities: Morioka. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Morioka peaked in 1991-2005.