The total population of Osaka Prefecture ranks third in Japan, after Tokyo Metropolis and Kanagawa Prefecture. Its population density ranks second in Japan, only after Tokyo Metropolis. The gross regional product of Osaka Prefecture also ranks second in Japan, only after Tokyo Metropolis.
For a long time, Osaka has been an important base for water transportation in Japan, with canals crisscrossing the city and water bodies accounting for more than 10% of the total area, earning it the nickname of 'water city'. Osaka Prefecture is characterized by abundant water and bridges, with over 1400 bridges. Famous shopping streets and attractions such as Shinsaibashi, Dotonbori Bridge, and Nihonbashi are named after these bridges.
In 2018, the IR Implementation Law was officially passed, and Japan will establish a gambling city on the artificial island of Osaka, Mengzhou. It is expected to officially open in 2024. According to data from the Japan Tourism Bureau, this policy is expected to bring over 22 million travelers to Osaka. At that time, hotels and homestays will be in short supply, and the rental returns will be obvious.
The housing prices are much lower than those in China, and the rental to sales ratio is considerable. In 2018, Japan promulgated a new "Homestay Law": the maximum number of business days for ordinary homestays in a year cannot exceed 180 days, but only Osaka is not included. Instead, a "Homestay Special Zone" policy was introduced to support homestays to operate legally 365 days a year, which will significantly increase the return on investment in Osaka's regional real estate.
Due to different loan policies in different regions, there are limited loan institutions within the Osaka area, which will impose restrictions on non full payment homebuyers. Osaka has relatively lower rent compared to Tokyo, but thanks to its lower housing prices and property management fees, the overall rental yield is not inferior to Tokyo.
Client Testimonials
I have been in Nakanoshima, Osaka for two years and have had a very happy time. As the second largest city in Japan, second only to Tokyo. But in terms of prosperity, Osaka is not inferior to Osaka at all, and even surpasses Tokyo. As a tourist destination and a paradise for shoppers. Living in Osaka brings a great sense of happiness!
As an international student who came to Osaka Prefecture for a year, I haven't lived there for too long, but I have deeply felt the charm of this city. I chose to buy a house here because I want to study at Osaka University. The consultant who helped me buy a house was also professional and meticulous, considering the location of the house, transportation, and medical facilities for me. Positive reviews~
City Time Zone：UTC+9
Osaka Prefecture is located in the central part of the Kinki region of Honshu Island, bordering Kyoto Prefecture, Nara Prefecture, Hyogo Prefecture, and Wakayama Prefecture. Since ancient times, Osaka Prefecture has been the center of water transportation in Japan. The southwestern part of Osaka Prefecture is Osaka Bay.
Osaka Prefecture has a total of 43 municipalities, including 33 cities, 9 towns, and 1 village. Among them, there are 2 designated cities, 4 core cities, and 5 special cities.
1905 Square Kilometers
大阪府全体の治安状況は良好で、2022年の犯罪率は5.6%減少し、主な犯罪類型は暴力侵害と財産窃盗である。人の流れが多く、比較的治安が悪い街がいくつかありますが、大阪市中央区、大阪市北区など、注意が必要です。
The overall economic development of Osaka Prefecture is stable, and in recent years, the population growth in the region has provided enormous potential for GDP growth.
Osaka Prefecture has a variety of activities, such as the Kishida Festival, Tenjin Festival, and more
It is one of the most famous Danjiri Festivals in Japan. This festival features a parade of large wooden shrine floats pulled at high speed by a large group of men. At that time, 34 shrine floats weighing up to 4 tons will parade around. Among them, the biggest highlight is the 'Yarimawashi'. When the participants run vigorously and make a right - angle turn, their speed and strength are overwhelming.
Osaka officially opened its port and established the Old Kawaguchi Residential District in the Kawaguchi area for foreigners to live.
Osaka officially became a city, along with Tokyo, Nagoya, and other places, becoming one of Japan's first municipalities.
The City of Osaka became one of the first designated cities by decree.
Osaka hosted the International Flower and Green Expo, with over 23 million visitors.
The City of Osaka successfully bid for a World Expo, marking the first time Osaka hosted a World Expo and the second time since the 1970 Osaka Expo that the prefecture hosted a World Expo.
Osaka officially opened its port and established the Old Kawaguchi Residential District in the Kawaguchi area for foreigners to live.
Osaka officially became a city, along with Tokyo, Nagoya, and other places, becoming one of Japan's first municipalities.
The City of Osaka became one of the first designated cities by decree.
Osaka hosted the International Flower and Green Expo, with over 23 million visitors.
The City of Osaka successfully bid for a World Expo, marking the first time Osaka hosted a World Expo and the second time since the 1970 Osaka Expo that the prefecture hosted a World Expo.
Scoring Criteria
- 6
Rental Yield
- 6
House price increase
- 10
Compression resistance
- 10
Trading popularity
- 8
leverage ratio
From 2020 to 2022, the standard property rent in Osaka Prefecture increased by approximately 4.45%. The rental growth rate over the past three years: 1.40% in 2020, 0.47% in 2021, and 2.58% in 2022.
