Japan's land prices up by 2.3% in 2023

28 Mar 2024 CW Team

According to the survey released, the surge in land prices was facilitated by the economic recovery and the resurgence of foreign visitors post-pandemic.

It was reported that average nationwide land prices had risen by 2.3% in the year leading up to January 1, marking the most substantial growth since the 11.3% increase observed in 1991, coinciding with the onset of a decline in land prices following the burst of the late 1980s asset bubble.

An official at the land ministry remarked, "The trend of rising land prices has become more pronounced," indicating a shift away from deflationary pressures.

This uptick in land prices aligned with other positive economic indicators, including soaring stocks, robust wage increments, and sustained annual consumer inflation above 2% for an extended period. These factors prompted the Bank of Japan to terminate negative interest rates the previous week, marking a significant departure from decades of monetary stimulus.

Residential land prices surged by 2.0% for the year, matching the fastest pace recorded since 1991, following a 1.4% increase in the preceding year. The demand for housing in urban regions and well-connected areas remained strong, while foreign interest in vacation homes and condominiums in resort destinations like northern Furano city in Hokkaido contributed to the price escalation.

Commercial land prices also saw a notable uptick, increasing by 3.1% for the third consecutive year, mirroring the growth rate observed in 2020. Factors such as post-pandemic recovery, redevelopment initiatives, and vibrant inbound tourism bolstered demand.

The establishment of semiconductor plants in Kikuyo town, Kumamoto prefecture, and Chitose city in Hokkaido spurred demand for office spaces and residences, consequently driving up land prices in the vicinity.

The government survey revealed that Japan's land prices experienced the swiftest increase in 33 years in 2023, returning to pre-coronavirus levels. This development served as a positive indicator for the nation's economic prospects as it navigates its way out of a prolonged period of stagnation. According to the survey released, the surge in land prices was facilitated by the economic recovery and the resurgence of foreign visitors post-pandemic. It was reported that average nationwide land prices had risen by 2.3% in the year leading up to January 1, marking the most substantial growth since the 11.3% increase observed in 1991, coinciding with the onset of a decline in land prices following the burst of the late 1980s asset bubble. An official at the land ministry remarked, The trend of rising land prices has become more pronounced, indicating a shift away from deflationary pressures. This uptick in land prices aligned with other positive economic indicators, including soaring stocks, robust wage increments, and sustained annual consumer inflation above 2% for an extended period. These factors prompted the Bank of Japan to terminate negative interest rates the previous week, marking a significant departure from decades of monetary stimulus. Residential land prices surged by 2.0% for the year, matching the fastest pace recorded since 1991, following a 1.4% increase in the preceding year. The demand for housing in urban regions and well-connected areas remained strong, while foreign interest in vacation homes and condominiums in resort destinations like northern Furano city in Hokkaido contributed to the price escalation. Commercial land prices also saw a notable uptick, increasing by 3.1% for the third consecutive year, mirroring the growth rate observed in 2020. Factors such as post-pandemic recovery, redevelopment initiatives, and vibrant inbound tourism bolstered demand. The establishment of semiconductor plants in Kikuyo town, Kumamoto prefecture, and Chitose city in Hokkaido spurred demand for office spaces and residences, consequently driving up land prices in the vicinity.

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