Living in Ikoma

Although it is in Nara Prefecture, it is a commuter zone almost adjoining central Osaka. A department store connects directly to the station and shopping streets continue to the south, making it a compact station area, and as part of Kansai Science City it has research facilities such as the Nara Institute of Science and Technology. With plenty of green hillsides, it suits families and office workers who want a quiet and safe environment while commuting to Osaka.

Osaka Namba is in the 20-minute range by Kintetsu Nara Line express without transfers. Rent for a 1K is about 30% cheaper than in Osaka city, and as a quiet new town on a hill with many families, it is even ranked first among the best places to live in Nara Prefecture. However, there are many hills, so it is inconvenient without a car, and in the evening it is a residential area that quickly gets quiet. It suits newlyweds and families with children who want a quiet and safe environment.