Nara City Adds 'Town Guide' to Trial Migration Program!

Nara City has been implementing the 'Trial Migration Support Program' since fiscal year 2021, which subsidizes accommodation costs for those considering moving to the city to experience 'living' rather than 'tourism.' Achieving a 100% satisfaction rate for three consecutive years, the city will add a new service from June 2026 to further promote migration. The 'Town Guide (Living Guide Service)' will allow accommodation owners to accompany prospective residents and guide them through the local living environment, aiming for deeper matching between applicants and the community.

1. Overview of the new 'Town Guide' service During their stay, accommodation owners will walk with interested individuals through the target area, providing guidance focused on the 'daily life perspective' that prospective residents want to know. Start Date: Monday, June 1, 2026 Portal Site: 'Nararhythm.'

Examples of what can be experienced: - Life infrastructure: Supermarkets, drugstores, hospitals, etc. - Transportation access: Routes to the nearest station or bus stop. - Community introduction: City hall, public facilities, exchange hubs. - Daily atmosphere: Walking through residential areas outside tourist routes.

2. Migration-related information for Nara City Nara City has seen a net inflow of residents for seven consecutive years, with a net inflow of +424 people in 2025. It ranked 2nd in the Kansai area and 7th nationwide in the '2025 Ranking of Cities Easy to Raise Children for Dual-Income Households.'