Ibaraki Real Estate Unveiled: Trends, Prices, and Investment Insights

Ibaraki Prefecture, with its rich history and strategic location, is emerging as a dynamic hub in Japan's real estate market. Known for its blend of urban amenities and scenic rural landscapes, the region offers a diverse range of property options from modern apartments to traditional detached houses. With a steadily aging population, a modest rate of population change, and high employment rates, Ibaraki balances growth with stability. The prefecture’s educational infrastructure—evidenced by the density of schools per inhabitable area—and robust retail and dining sectors provide a promising environment for both families and investors. Alongside images showcasing the picturesque landscapes of Ibaraki, the data reveals a region with unique market dynamics influenced by its regional characteristics and evolving construction standards.

Photo of Ibaraki Prefecture
Photo of Ibaraki Prefecture
Photo of Ibaraki Prefecture

Ratio of population of foreigners (per 100,000 persons)

2016.7

Aging index

269.2

Rate of population change

-0.42%

Yearly average of air temperature

14.8

Yearly average of relative humidity

70%

Yearly clear days

44

Number of elementary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)

11.6

Number of lower secondary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)

5.76

Number of upper secondary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)

3.01

Percentage of persons employed

96.1%

Unemployment rate (Both sexes)

3.9%

Percentage of owned houses

71.2%

Number of retail stores (per 1,000 persons)

7

Number of eating and drinking places (per 1,000 persons)

3.23

Number of department stores and general merchandise stores (per 100,000 persons)

0.91

Number of traffic accidents (per 100,000 persons)

220.8

Number of recognitions of criminal offenses (per 1,000 persons)

5.01

Amount of damage by disasters (per capita)(30 years average)

¥4004

Areas in Ibaraki

AreaMedian Price per m²Growth over last 5 years
Moriya City

¥384,615

21.1%
Tsukuba City

¥345,141

24.0%
Tsukubamirai City

¥237,500

17.2%
Ushiku City

¥218,181

41.3%
Mito City

¥189,473

5.3%
Koga City

¥155,533

88.0%
Yuki City

¥152,380

145.5%
Kasama City

¥136,905

68.7%
Ami Town, Inashiki County

¥127,272

73.9%
Ryugasaki City

¥125,000

33.9%
Ishioka City

¥116,228

88.5%
Hitachinaka City

¥114,285

-36.7%
Tsuchiura City

¥114,285

-4.1%
Toride City

¥113,846

3.5%
Kashima City

¥98,888

-25.7%
Joso City

¥88,461

20.6%
Bando City

¥79,053

48.2%
Kamisu City

¥76,360

6.9%
Omitama City

¥67,272

22.6%
Shimotsuma City

¥64,484

31.0%
Chikusei City

¥61,111

-7.1%
Kitaibaraki City

¥59,969

-40.0%
Hitachi City

¥48,387

-48.6%
Hitachiota City

¥43,478

-70.5%
Inashiki City

¥40,538

-3.5%
Hokota City

¥27,142

6.4%

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