Properties in Gunma群馬県
88
Listings
¥472万
Avg price
50.9
Avg score
Rapidly declining
Population trend
Gunma is Japan's hot spring heartland, home to famous onsen towns like Kusatsu, Ikaho, and Minakami. The prefecture's mountain setting and proximity to Tokyo make it popular for second homes and weekend retreats.
Why buy property in Gunma
Hot spring town properties can generate tourism rental income. The Shinkansen reaches Takasaki from Tokyo in under an hour. Rural properties in the mountains offer seclusion with reasonable Tokyo access.
Geography and climate
Mountainous, surrounded by volcanic ranges. Cold winters with heavy snow at altitude. Numerous hot spring sources.
Getting there
Capital: Maebashi. Shinkansen from Tokyo to Takasaki in 50 minutes. Kanetsu Expressway provides car access.
Highlights
- •Kusatsu Onsen — Japan's most famous hot spring
- •Multiple ski resorts within 2 hours of Tokyo
- •Strong vacation rental demand
- •Affordable mountain properties
Data insights for Gunma
Based on 88 scored properties in this prefecture
Population trend
30/100
Rapidly declining
Hazard safety
50/100
Moderate risk
Walkability
64/100
Some amenities
Housing vacancy in Gunma
898,600
Total homes
139,060
Vacant
15.5%
Vacancy rate
65,170
Abandoned akiya
Source: Housing and Land Survey 2023. National average: 13.8%.
