Living in Nara

An old capital where World Heritage sites such as Todaiji and Nara Park sit in the middle of the city, and also a bedroom town. Using the Kintetsu Rapid Express, Osaka-Namba is within 40 minutes without transfers, and rents are cheaper than in central Osaka. It suits single-person households, newlyweds and families raising children who want a calm old-capital atmosphere and reasonable rent together.

Osaka Namba is about 40 minutes away by Kintetsu Line Rapid Express. The average rent for a 1K is cheaper than in Osaka city, and in practice it is a bedroom town where many dual-income households commute to Osaka and Kyoto. Away from the station there are many hills that make cycling hard and buses are infrequent, so a car is essential in many places. Thanks to low housing prices and a quiet environment, it is very popular with dual-income households with children.