Exploring Nagano Real Estate: Trends, Transactions, and Transformations

Nagano Prefecture, nestled in the heart of Japan, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage, attracting both local and international buyers. With diverse areas such as Karuizawa Town, Matsumoto City, and Nagano City each presenting distinct market dynamics, the region’s real estate market reflects both traditional values and modern innovations. Key regional metrics show an aging population with a high ratio of foreign residents, a robust employment rate, and a significant percentage of owned houses, making it an attractive and stable market for property investment. The region’s climate, educational infrastructure, and community amenities further add to its appeal, ensuring that Nagano remains a compelling destination for those seeking quality living spaces.

Photo of Nagano Prefecture
Photo of Nagano Prefecture
Photo of Nagano Prefecture

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

1537.6

Aging index

279.6

Rate of population change

-0.64%

Yearly average of air temperature

12.7

Yearly average of relative humidity

75%

Yearly clear days

21

Number of elementary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)

11.17

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

6.03

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

3.05

Percentage of persons employed

96.7%

Unemployment rate (Both sexes)

3.3%

Percentage of owned houses

71.2%

Number of retail stores (per 1,000 persons)

8.39

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

4.6

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

1.13

Number of traffic accidents (per 100,000 persons)

235.2

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

2.93

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

¥12838

Areas in Nagano

AreaMedian Price per m²Growth over last 5 years
Karuizawa Town, Kitasaku County

¥470,588

118.1%
Matsumoto City

¥238,461

34.8%
Nagano City

¥220,000

17.0%
Shiojiri City

¥173,843

53.0%
Azumino City

¥165,217

52.5%
Ueda City

¥143,109

37.0%
Chikuma City

¥140,595

40.6%
Chino City

¥120,000

28.1%
Suwa City

¥80,555

-4.0%
Komoro City

¥73,913

19.4%
Okaya City

¥72,381

19.3%
Ina City

¥62,962

18.1%
Saku City

¥62,790

-49.0%
Iida City

¥55,494

-29.9%

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