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Japan's land prices up for 5th straight year on housing, tourism demand
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· September 15, 2026
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Key points As of July 1, the average price of land increased, driven by strong demand in major metropolitan areas. Land prices in Japan have risen for the fifth consecutive year.
Land prices in Japan have risen for the fifth consecutive year. As of July 1, the average price of land increased, driven by strong demand in major metropolitan areas.
The growth is attributed to housing and tourism demand. Major metropolitan areas are leading the trend, with robust housing activity contributing to the rise in land prices.
Further details on the land price increase are available from the source, providing more insight into the current state of Japan's land market.
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