Key Facts
• On July 1, 2025, Kyoto’s 2025 land prices were announced.
• Average land prices rose by 3.7%, marking the fourth consecutive year of growth.
• 7,578 locations were analyzed, with a 1.3-point increase from the previous year.
• The rise is attributed to a weaker yen and increased foreign tourism.
• Kyoto’s highest land price was $5,600 per square meter, up 10.6% year-on-year.
• The most expensive area, “Shijo Street, Teramachi East,” has held this title for 34 years.
• 60% of locations (4,763) saw price increases, while 799 locations experienced declines.
• The highest growth rate (15%) was near Minami-za Theater on Shijo Street.
• Uji City’s “Rokujizo Naracho” rose from 42nd to 20th place in the region.
• The largest decline (-2.9%) occurred in “Mineyama Town, Shinmachi” due to population loss.
• Land prices are available on Japan’s National Tax Agency website for 2018–2025.
Summary
Kyoto’s 2025 land prices rose by an average of 3.7%, continuing a four-year upward trend. This growth is driven by a weaker yen and increased foreign tourism, boosting commercial demand. The highest land price, $5,600 per square meter, was recorded in “Shijo Street, Teramachi East,” which has been Kyoto’s most expensive area for 34 years. Approximately 60% of surveyed locations saw price increases, with the highest growth near Minami-za Theater. Uji City’s “Rokujizo Naracho” climbed significantly in rankings due to improved transportation and residential development. Conversely, “Mineyama Town, Shinmachi” experienced the largest decline, reflecting regional economic challenges. Detailed land price data is accessible via Japan’s National Tax Agency website.
