Hakata

博多区

Fukuoka
42

Investment Index

Significant Decline

Price trend: 59Volume: 1Price level: 61

Fukuoka is Japan's fastest-growing major city. Higher yields than Tokyo at 4-6%, with growing tenant demand driving transaction activity.

What buyers actually paid vs listing site prices

Listing sites

~¥105,778/m²

→

Actual price

¥94,444.44/m²

-11%

* Listing price estimated based on typical asking-to-transaction gaps.

20,730transactions analyzed
MLIT government data
Updated Q3 2025
¥94,444/㎡ ($592/㎡)median
5transactions
Lowconfidence

Market Trends

Prices have fallen 59% over the displayed period. Potential entry opportunity — verify with full data.

Median price per m² and transaction volume from MLIT government data. Tap data points for details.

Price vs Building Age

Post-20001981–2000Pre-1981

A 40-year-old building trades at roughly half the price of a new one. Building age is one of the biggest price drivers in this area.

Depreciation: ¥4,355/m² per yearEst. new-build: ¥255,801/m²
Premium (+20%+)Fair Value (±20%)Below Market (−20%+)

Investment Guide by Building Age

Recommendations for foreign investors based on seismic standards, depreciation, and financing.

AgeMedian/m²CountSeismicTax LifeVerdict
11–20 yrs¥162,0244✓ Modern27–36 yrs remaining● Recommended
21–30 yrs¥213,3332△ Post-198117–26 yrs remaining◐ Caution
31–40 yrs¥76,9235△ Post-19817–16 yrs remaining○ High Risk

● Recommended = Post-2000 seismic standard, financeable, strong resale · ◐ Caution = Post-1981, verify repair history · ○ High Risk = Pre-1981, limited financing, higher insurance

Market Evidence

Recent transaction samples from MLIT

These are actual sale prices recorded by the government — typically 5-15% below listing site prices.

4 of 11
Q3 2025Built 2010 (16y)
¥8,500,000
$53,315
70.0 m²|¥121,429/m²
Kokura
Q2 2025Built 1992 (34y)
¥9,900,000
$62,096
70.0 m²|¥141,429/m²
Kokura
Q2 2025Built 1990 (36y)
¥5,000,000
$31,362
65.0 m²|¥76,923/m²
Kokura
Q2 2025Built 2000 (26y)
¥16,000,000
$100,358
80.0 m²|¥200,000/m²
Kokura

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* Data sourced from MLIT (Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism) public records. Sample transactions may not represent all market activity.

Who Invests in Hakata

Typical Investor

Yield seekers, growth investors betting on Fukuoka's population expansion

Investment Thesis

Japan's fastest-growing major city. 4-6% yields with population tailwind.

Key Risk

Less international liquidity than Tokyo. Limited English-speaking agent infrastructure.

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Hakata — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between asking price and actual transaction price in Japan?
Listing sites show asking prices set by sellers. JRE shows actual transaction prices recorded by Japan's Ministry of Land (MLIT) after deals close. The gap is typically 10-20%. This means buyers usually pay significantly less than listed prices.
Can foreigners buy property in Hakata?
Yes. Japan has zero restrictions on foreign property ownership. No visa, residency, or citizenship is required. The buying process is identical for foreigners and Japanese citizens.
How reliable is the transaction data on JRE?
All transaction data comes from MLIT (Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism) — Japan's government agency. These are actual recorded sale prices, not estimates or asking prices. Data confidence for Hakata is Low based on 5+ recorded transactions.
What is the median condo price in Hakata?
Based on MLIT government records, the median actual transaction price for condos in Hakata is ¥94,444/㎡ (approximately $592/㎡). This is the price buyers actually paid, not the asking price.
Are land prices rising or falling in Hakata?
Official 2026 land price data shows Hakata recorded a +6.3% change year-over-year. The national average was +2.8%. Hakata is outperforming the national average.
Is Hakata a good area to invest in Japanese real estate?
Hakata's Investment Index on JRE is 42, combining MLIT price trends, transaction volume, and price level vs the broader market (100 is neutral on the JRE index scale). For full analysis including history and building-age context, see the charts and evidence on this page.
How many property transactions were recorded in Hakata?
MLIT records show 5+ transactions in Hakata for the latest period on this page. Data confidence level: Low. More transactions mean more reliable price benchmarks for investors.

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