Properties in Nagano長野県
Host of the 1998 Winter Olympics, Nagano is Japan's highland retreat. With ski resorts, hot springs, and historic post towns like Narai and Tsumago, the prefecture attracts both winter sports enthusiasts and those seeking rural Japanese lifestyle.
Why buy property in Nagano
Nagano is one of the most popular prefectures for akiya purchases. Karuizawa is Japan's premier highland resort. Ski area properties near Hakuba and Nozawa offer strong rental income. Traditional houses in the Kiso Valley sell at remarkably low prices.
Geography and climate
Japan Alps run through the prefecture. High elevation with cool summers. Heavy snow in ski areas. Four distinct seasons.
Getting there
Capital: Nagano. Shinkansen from Tokyo to Nagano in 80 minutes. Karuizawa is just 60 minutes from Tokyo by Shinkansen.
Highlights
- •Top prefecture for akiya property purchases
- •Karuizawa — Japan's most prestigious highland resort
- •World-class ski resorts (Hakuba, Nozawa, Shiga Kogen)
- •Historic Nakasendo post towns
Housing vacancy in Nagano
Source: Housing and Land Survey 2023. National average: 13.8%.