Shiraoi: real estate guide

Land in Shiraoi costs from ¥8,000 to ¥48,000 per tsubo (3.3 m²). That is less than a quarter of Tomakomai, and you can buy 200 tsubo of land for ¥3 million to ¥4 million. In Kojohama and Takeura there is land with hot spring rights. On the other hand, land offered for "zero yen" or at extremely low prices is cheap for a reason. A local real estate company explains what to check before you buy.

Rents in Shiraoi are lower than in Tomakomai, so you can rent a larger place for the same budget. Shiraoi also offers its own options, such as apartments with hot spring water and detached houses for rent. Because there are few properties, you need to search in the right way. A local real estate company explains the features of each district and what to check when renting.

Shiraoi has a population of about 14,400 and is home to Upopoy and Kojohama Hot Springs. In the 2026 official land price survey, the average of 10 residential sites was ¥4,675 per m², with an average change of −2.77%. At less than a quarter of Tomakomai prices, you can get land with hot spring rights or property by the sea. We summarize the features of each district and what sellers and buyers need to consider.

For a vacant house in Shiraoi, you can use the town's demolition subsidy (50% of the construction cost, up to ¥500,000), the Hokkaido Vacant House Information Bank, and the ¥30 million special deduction for inherited vacant houses. Land prices in Shiraoi keep falling, so the longer you hold a property, the more you tend to lose. A local real estate company explains the steps, requirements and where to get advice.