[Fukuoka Edition] Latest Office Market Report Announced: Office Vacancy Rate Declines for 7 Consecutive Months

Sanko Estate Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; President: Shojiro Fukushima) will publish "Office Market May 2026 Fukuoka," summarizing Fukuoka City office leasing conditions (vacancy rate & current vacant area: all sizes, asking rent & asking area: all sizes, vacancy rate by size, major area *1 vacancy rate: all sizes) and market data for large-scale buildings in 6 major cities nationwide (Tokyo, Sapporo, Sendai, Nagoya, Osaka, Fukuoka) for April 2026. *1: Major areas = Tenjin area, Ekimae area, Gofukumachi area in Fukuoka City. *Survey date: As of end of April 2026 and December 31st of each year. *This release/public data can also be viewed at https://www.sanko-e.co.jp/data/ Branch Manager's Perspective "ONE FUKUOKA BLDG." in the Tenjin area has celebrated its first anniversary since opening. The office portion's contract and pre-lease rate has reached 90%, and the vibrancy of the area, including tourists, has further increased. Fukuoka City's redevelopment promotion measure "Tenjin Big Bang" will reach a milestone at the end of 2026, but the supply of large-scale buildings is expected to continue. Therefore, the appeal of the area is expected to further increase. (Ryuji Nakamura, Fukuoka Branch Manager) Fukuoka City All-Size Buildings Vacancy Rate & Potential Vacancy Rate Vacancy Rate Declines for 7 Consecutive Months, "Gofukumachi" Sees Significant 0.5 Point Drop The vacancy rate was 3.55%, a decrease of 0.04 points from the previous month, marking a decline for 7 consecutive months. While secondary vacancies occurred due to tenants relocating to new buildings, the digestion of vacant space progressed due to expansion moves and moves accompanying rebuilding, resulting in only slight movement from the previous month. By area, "Gofukumachi" saw a significant decrease of 0.5 points from the previous month. The potential vacancy rate was 5.38%, a decrease of 0.05 points from the previous month. Tenant activity for relocation is active, with strong inquiries for buildings under construction, especially those with enhanced common areas. Fukuoka City All-Size Buildings Asking Rent & Asking Area Asking Rent Rises for 4 Consecutive Months, Continues to Update Highest Value Since 2000 The asking rent was 16,116 yen/tsubo, an increase of 66 yen/tsubo from the previous month, marking a rise for 4 consecutive months. It continues to update the highest value since 2000. Sanko Estate HP: https://www.sanko-e.co.jp/ About Sanko Estate Co., Ltd. Sanko Estate Co., Ltd. (established May 17, 1977) comprehensively supports corporate office strategies. From selecting and brokering rental office buildings to verifying and proposing optimal workplaces, and providing management functions essential for project execution, we widely meet all office-related needs.