Livability Report
KashiharaLivability Score
Nara·Pop. 120,922
5-axis livability scores for Kashihara, Nara based on Japanese government open data. Safety, cost, convenience, welfare, and economy.
Published: Apr 5, 2026
Overall Score
54.5
51.9
50
50.8
48.2* These scores are based on statistical analysis of public data and do not represent a definitive assessment of any area. Actual livability varies depending on individual values and lifestyle.
5-Axis Score Breakdown
Safety54.5/100Cost51.9/100Convenience50/100Welfare50.8/100Economy48.2/100Basic Information
Population
120,922
Prefecture
Nara
Q&A with Kai
Alex, Yuki, and Kai discuss what it's really like to live here.
Safety
Alex
Kashihara is a historically significant city. How's the safety situation?
Yuki
With Kashihara Shrine and tourists, what does the crime data show?
Kai
Kashihara's crime rate is 4.52 per 1,000 residents, with a safety score of 54.3. This city of about 121,000 maintains a calm residential atmosphere. The historic streetscapes of Fujiwara-kyo and Imai-cho contribute to strong community bonds that help maintain safety.
Cost of Living
Alex
How much does it cost to live in Kashihara? Being a bedroom community of Osaka, is it expensive?
Yuki
A cost score of 52.0 seems moderate. What are the specifics?
Kai
Kashihara's average land price is 104,602 yen per square meter, with a cost score of 52.0. For a Kintetsu-line commuter town with easy access to Osaka, this is quite reasonable. Average rent is 48,061 yen, offering good value given the transport convenience. Per capita taxable income is about 3.48 million yen.
Convenience
Alex
How convenient is daily life in Kashihara?
Yuki
The Kintetsu railway must help. What does the convenience score show?
Kai
Kashihara's convenience score is 49.9. Public transit usage is 26.6%, anchored by Yamato-Yagi Station where the Kintetsu Osaka and Kashihara lines intersect. There are 447 restaurants (3.70 per 1,000) and 919 retail stores (7.60 per 1,000). Direct Kintetsu access to Osaka and Kyoto makes it a well-connected commuter base.
Welfare
Alex
How are healthcare and education services?
Yuki
Are there enough hospitals in the area?
Kai
Kashihara's welfare score is 51.0. It has 8 hospitals and 119 clinics, with a combined medical facility density of 10.50 per 10,000. As a medical hub for central Nara Prefecture, daily healthcare access is good. With 22 schools (0.18 per 1,000 residents), it offers a balanced environment for families.
Economy
Alex
What's the economic outlook for Kashihara?
Yuki
Is the population stable?
Kai
Kashihara's economy score is 48.6, with per capita taxable income of about 3.48 million yen. The net migration rate is -0.29%, showing a loss of 351 residents. Traditional pharmaceutical manufacturing and Kintetsu-corridor commerce form the economic base. Rich cultural resources like Kashihara Shrine and Fujiwara-kyo ruins support tourism-driven revitalization efforts.
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Detailed Data
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Avg. Land Price (¥/m²) | 104,602 |
| avg_rent | 48,061 |
| Clinics | 119 |
| Clinics (per 10,000) | 9.84 |
| Crime Rate (per 1,000) | 4.52 |
| Hospitals | 8 |
| Hospitals (per 10,000) | 0.66 |
| Medical Facilities (per 10,000, hospitals + clinics) | 10.5 |
| net_migration | -351 |
| net_migration_rate | -0.29 |
| Total Population | 120,922 |
| Public Transit Usage (%) | 26.6 |
| restaurant_count | 447 |
| restaurant_per_1000 | 3.7 |
| retail_count | 919 |
| retail_per_1000 | 7.6 |
| Schools (elementary + junior high + high) | 22 |
| Schools (per 1,000) | 0.18 |
| taxable_income_per_capita | 3,478,093 |
Data: 2024