Comparisons
Kumamoto vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Japan: Fukushima and Ehime
Kumamoto in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Kumamoto followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Kumamoto, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Kumamoto and Yatsushiro. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Kumamoto peaked in 1976-1990. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Yatsushiro peaked in 1976-1990.
Kumamoto in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Kumamoto is Kumamoto with an SNDi of 2.38, which is well-connected. Conversely, the most connected city is Yatsushiro with an SNDi of 2.07, which is well-connected. See trends for these cities: Yatsushiro, Kumamoto
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Kumamoto rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Kumamoto, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Kumamoto and Yatsushiro. Out of the two cities, Yatsushiro does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Yatsushiro peaked in 1976-1990.