The fastest growing cities in Japan

The latest population statistics for Japanese cities shows that the fastest growing cities are:

1. Kawasaki City 1.4%/year

2. Saitama City 0.8%/year

3. Fukuoka City 0.75%/year

These growth rates don't look so impressive, but you need to consider that internal migration in each city adds an extra dynamic resulting in faster growth in some areas, and lower growth in others. For this reason these city-wide statistics are of little benefit if you are seeking to buy property. For instance Tokyo-23 grew at 0.65%, however migration from some areas of Tokyo to others will polarise the average figures.

For this reason we look at the statistics for each village, town and city within the Tokyo and Saitama prefectures. Of course similar analysis can be performed on other prefectures too. If you are interested in population statistics for Saitama or Tokyo, refer to our Population Charts for Tokyo and Saitama precincts. It will give you clues on where to buy property.

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Andrew Sheldon www.sheldonthinks.com