Kagawa Real Estate Insight: Trends and Opportunities in Japan's Scenic Region
Kagawa Prefecture, known for its scenic beauty and rich cultural heritage, offers a distinct real estate landscape compared to Japan's more densely populated regions. With key cities such as Takamatsu, Sakaide, Marugame, Kan-onji, Mitoyo, and Sanuki, Kagawa presents a mix of urban and suburban environments. The region exhibits a high ratio of foreigners (1142.2 per 100,000 persons) and an aging index of 274.5, alongside a slight population decline (-0.85%). Additionally, the favorable climate—with an average temperature of 17.3°C and 33 clear days per year—and robust infrastructure, including ample schools and a high employment rate (96.5%), make Kagawa an attractive market for both investors and residents.
Ratio of population of foreigners (per 100,000 persons)
1142.2
Aging index
274.5
Rate of population change
-0.85%
Yearly average of air temperature
17.3
Yearly average of relative humidity
68%
Yearly clear days
33
Number of elementary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
15.82
Number of lower secondary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
7.36
Number of upper secondary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
3.98
Percentage of persons employed
96.5%
Unemployment rate (Both sexes)
3.5%
Percentage of owned houses
69.3%
Number of retail stores (per 1,000 persons)
8.45
Number of eating and drinking places (per 1,000 persons)
4.28
Number of department stores and general merchandise stores (per 100,000 persons)
0.64
Number of traffic accidents (per 100,000 persons)
336.6
Number of recognitions of criminal offenses (per 1,000 persons)
4.04
Amount of damage by disasters (per capita)(30 years average)
￥3461
Areas in Kagawa
| Area | Median Price per m² | Growth over last 5 years |
|---|---|---|
| Takamatsu City | ￥128,333 | -5.0% |
| Sakaide City | ￥126,875 | 181.8% |
| Marugame City | ￥120,526 | 9.5% |
| Kan-onji City | ￥60,000 | -38.4% |
| Mitoyo City | ￥42,262 | -27.8% |
| Sanuki City | ￥38,461 | -57.1% |
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