Livability Report
KashiharaLivability Score
Nara·Pop. 117,603
5-axis livability scores for Kashihara, Nara based on Japanese government open data. Safety, cost, convenience, welfare, and economy.
Published 2026-04-05 · Data updated 2026-10-08
Where in Japan
Overall Score
* 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 scores
Basic Information
Population
117,603
Prefecture
Nara
Q&A with Kai
Alex, Yuki, and Kai discuss what it's really like to live here.
This article's text predates the October 2026 data and scoring revision and is being rewritten.
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 | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Crime Rate (per 1,000) | 6.58 | 2025 |
| Avg. Land Price (¥/m²) | 96,762 | 2026 |
| Avg. Rent (¥) | 52,127 | 2023 |
| Public Transit Usage (%) | 26.6 | 2020 |
| Retail Establishments | 919 | 2021 |
| Retail Establishments (per 1,000) | 7.81 | 2021 |
| Restaurant Establishments | 447 | 2021 |
| Restaurant Establishments (per 1,000) | 3.80 | 2021 |
| Residency Rate (%, census ÷ resident register) | 99.7 | 2025 |
| Medical Facilities (per 10,000, hospitals + clinics) | 10.63 | 2023 |
| Hospitals | 8 | 2023 |
| Hospitals (per 10,000) | 0.68 | 2023 |
| Clinics | 117 | 2023 |
| Clinics (per 10,000) | 9.95 | 2023 |
| Schools (elementary + junior high + high) | 24 | 2024 |
| Schools (per 1,000) | 0.204 | 2024 |
| Schools (per habitable km²) | 0.641 | 2024 |
| Taxable Income per Capita (¥) | 3,560,432 | 2025 |
| Net Migration | -56 | 2025 |
| Net Migration Rate (%) | -0.05 | 2025 |
| Total Population | 117,603 | 2025 |
| crime_count | 774 | 2025 |
| crime_count_pref | 6,265 | 2025 |
| crime_rate_pref_per_1000 | 5 | 2025 |
| habitable_area_km2 | 37 | 2024 |
| resident_registry_population | 117,968 | 2026 |
Data sources
| Indicator | Source | Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2025 Population CensusStatistics Bureau of Japan | 2025 | |
| Crime Rate (per 1,000) | Reported penal code offenses by municipalityNara Prefectural Police | 2025 | Counted where offenses occur; per 1,000 uses the 2025 census population |
| Avg. Land Price (¥/m²) | Official land prices (National Land Numerical Information L01)Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism | 2026 | Residential sites only; simple average of sites |
| Avg. Rent (¥) | 2023 Housing and Land SurveyStatistics Bureau of Japan | 2023 | Monthly rent of rented housing; next survey in 2028 |
| Public Transit Usage (%) | 2020 Population Census (means of commuting)Statistics Bureau of Japan | 2020 | To be updated when the 2025 census commuting tables are published |
| Retail Establishments (per 1,000) | 2021 Economic Census for Business ActivityMIC and METI | 2021 | Next survey in 2026 |
| Restaurant Establishments (per 1,000) | 2021 Economic Census for Business ActivityMIC and METI | 2021 | Next survey in 2026 |
| Medical Facilities (per 10,000, hospitals + clinics) | Survey of Medical Institutions (System of Social and Demographic Statistics)Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare | 2023 | Hospitals and clinics combined |
| Schools (per habitable km²) | School Basic Survey and habitable area (System of Social and Demographic Statistics)MEXT and Statistics Bureau of Japan | 2024 | Elementary, junior high and high schools per habitable km² |
| Taxable Income per Capita (¥) | Survey on municipal tax assessmentMinistry of Internal Affairs and Communications | 2025 | Taxable income per taxpayer |
| Net Migration Rate (%) | Report on Internal MigrationStatistics Bureau of Japan | 2025 | |
| Residency Rate (%, census ÷ resident register) | Census population ÷ resident register populationMinistry of Internal Affairs and Communications | 2025 | Resident register population as of January 1, 2026 |
Data years: mainly 2025 (2020–2026 by indicator)
Published 2026-04-05 · Data updated 2026-10-08