Land for Sale in Naha, Okinawa: A Military-Use Plot with Development Potential
This property is a land plot for sale located in the Ashimine district of Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture. The land is designated for military use, specifically part of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force's Naha Training Field. The listing provides comprehensive details regarding the property's specifications and associated costs.
According to the agent's notes, the property type is: Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, Naha Training Field. The property number is E26-06-A, and the location is Ashimineishi, Naha City. The price is 39,190,000 yen (approximately 53 times the annual land lease fee). The annual land lease fee is 739,428 yen. The land area is approximately 165 square meters (about 49.91 tsubo). The land category is "Zasshuchi" (miscellaneous land), with a classification of "residential land expected." The right form is sole ownership, and there is no scheduled return of the land. The reference increase rate for Reiwa 7 (2025) is approximately 1.00%.
Additional fees and settlements include an estimated annual fixed asset tax of about 63,063 yen and an annual landowner association fee of 4,437 yen. The fixed asset tax, land lease fee, and landowner association fee are settled on a pro-rata daily basis. The ownership transfer registration cost is to be split equally between the seller and the buyer. The brokerage commission is calculated as (price x 3%) + 60,000 yen (plus consumption tax separately). For inquiries, contact Oroku Shokai Co., Ltd., the exclusive handling agent, at TEL: 098-858-0069 or FAX: 098-858-0020.
The Ashimine area in Naha offers a unique setting. While the property itself is for military-related use, the broader Naha region is rich in history and culture. A fascinating fact about Okinawa is that it was once the independent Ryukyu Kingdom, which maintained a distinct culture and traded extensively with China, Japan, and Southeast Asia. The closest major landmark is the UNESCO World Heritage site of Shuri Castle, the former palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom, located just a few kilometers away. This historic site offers a profound glimpse into the island's royal past and architectural heritage.
