Namba / Shinsaibashi

難波・心斎橋

Osaka
Data updated: Q3 2025Next update: Expected July 2026
82

Investment Index

Declining

Price trend: 117Volume: 12Price level: 100

Osaka's tourism and entertainment center. Strong short-term rental demand influences investment calculations.

What buyers actually paid vs listing site prices

Listing sites

~¥933,333/m²

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Actual price

¥833,333.33/m²

-11%

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

55,261transactions analyzed
MLIT government data
Updated Q3 2025
¥833,333/㎡ ($5,267/㎡)median
176transactions
Highconfidence

Market Trends

Prices have risen 131% over the displayed period. Check whether current momentum is sustainable.

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: ¥22,338/m² per yearEst. new-build: ¥1,278,422/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
0–10 yrs¥1,000,00014✓ Modern37–47 yrs remaining● Recommended
11–20 yrs¥950,00019✓ Modern27–36 yrs remaining● Recommended
21–30 yrs¥600,0009△ Post-198117–26 yrs remaining◐ Caution
31–40 yrs¥500,0006△ Post-19817–16 yrs remaining○ High Risk
40+ yrs¥290,0002✗ Pre-19810–6 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

All transactions from MLIT Q3 2025 release

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

Q3 2025Built 1998 (28y)
¥12,000,000
$75,839
20.0 m²|¥600,000/m²
Namba
Q3 2025Built 1996 (30y)
¥28,000,000
$176,958
55.0 m²|¥509,091/m²
Namba
Q3 2025Built 2021 (5y)
¥21,000,000
$132,718
20.0 m²|¥1,050,000/m²
Temmabashi
Q3 2025Built 2019 (7y)
¥170,000,000
$1,074,385
80.0 m²|¥2,125,000/m²
Kitahama
Q3 2025Built 2014 (12y)
¥130,000,000
$821,589
70.0 m²|¥1,857,143/m²
Kitahama
Q3 2025Built 2006 (20y)
¥22,000,000
$139,038
25.0 m²|¥880,000/m²
Shinsaibashi
Q3 2025Built 2012 (14y)
¥22,000,000
$139,038
20.0 m²|¥1,100,000/m²
Shinsaibashi
Q3 2025Built 2013 (13y)
¥22,000,000
$139,038
25.0 m²|¥880,000/m²
Tanimachi-Yonchome
Q3 2025Built 1995 (31y)
¥9,000,000
$56,879
15.0 m²|¥600,000/m²
Sakaisuji-Hommachi
Q3 2025Built 1986 (40y)
¥30,000,000
$189,597
50.0 m²|¥600,000/m²
Sakaisuji-Hommachi

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

Who Invests in Namba / Shinsaibashi

Typical Investor

Tourism-play investors, short-term rental operators, Osaka yield seekers

Investment Thesis

Osaka's tourism epicenter. Strong minpaku/short-term rental demand from inbound visitors.

Key Risk

Minpaku regulation changes. Tourism dependency means cyclical demand risk.

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Namba / Shinsaibashi — 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 Namba / Shinsaibashi?
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 Namba / Shinsaibashi is High based on 176+ recorded transactions.
What is the median condo price in Namba / Shinsaibashi?
Based on MLIT government records, the median actual transaction price for condos in Namba / Shinsaibashi is ¥833,333/㎡ (approximately $5,267/㎡). This is the price buyers actually paid, not the asking price.
Are land prices rising or falling in Namba / Shinsaibashi?
Official 2026 land price data shows Namba / Shinsaibashi recorded a +5.3% change year-over-year. The national average was +2.8%. Namba / Shinsaibashi is outperforming the national average.
Is Namba / Shinsaibashi a good area to invest in Japanese real estate?
Namba / Shinsaibashi's Investment Index on JRE is 82, 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 Namba / Shinsaibashi?
MLIT records show 176+ transactions in Namba / Shinsaibashi for the latest period on this page. Data confidence level: High. More transactions mean more reliable price benchmarks for investors.

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