Fukushima Real Estate Market Report: Housing Trends and Property Prices
Fukushima Prefecture, located in the Tohoku region of Japan, has a complicated history, especially after the 2011 earthquake and tsunami. Despite past challenges, it presents unique opportunities for real estate investments. Key cities such as Koriyama, Iwaki, and Fukushima City offer a glimpse into the area's market, with varying price changes indicating a dynamic real estate landscape.
Ratio of population of foreigners (per 100,000 persons)
702
Aging index
297.5
Rate of population change
-1.21%
Yearly average of air temperature
13.9
Yearly average of relative humidity
72%
Yearly clear days
12
Number of elementary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
9.38
Number of lower secondary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
5.06
Number of upper secondary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
2.41
Percentage of persons employed
95.9%
Unemployment rate (Both sexes)
4.1%
Percentage of owned houses
67.7%
Number of retail stores (per 1,000 persons)
8.39
Number of eating and drinking places (per 1,000 persons)
3.7
Number of department stores and general merchandise stores (per 100,000 persons)
0.44
Number of traffic accidents (per 100,000 persons)
150.9
Number of recognitions of criminal offenses (per 1,000 persons)
3.66
Amount of damage by disasters (per capita)(30 years average)
￥21662
Areas in Fukushima
| Area | Median Price per m² | Growth over last 5 years |
|---|---|---|
| Koriyama City | ￥208,125 | 11.2% |
| Iwaki City | ￥142,017 | -29.0% |
| Fukushima City | ￥137,356 | -28.5% |
| Aizuwakamatsu City | ￥84,848 | -31.4% |
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