Where Japan’s Homes Stand Empty
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Start with this working configuration
Keep the geography and setup, then replace the values or adjust the styling.
- Map
- Choropleth map
- Geography
- Japan
- Dataset
- 47 mapped places · Numeric values
- Rendering
- Quantile color classes
Includes: 3 selectable variables · linked side table · 3 summary stats
Data you need
- One row per subdivision using the names or identifiers in this sample.
- Comparable values with clear units and observation dates.
- Empty cells for unavailable values rather than invented zeroes.
- A source and a short note for definitions or limitations.
How to make a similar map
- Choose “Modify this example” to keep its geography and working configuration.
- Replace the values or import the companion CSV and confirm the place matches.
- Choose the variable that opens first, then check colors, missing values, and the linked table.
- Review the source note before sharing or exporting.
Try this map style with
These datasets can use the same geography and visual setup.
- Aging housing stock
- Second homes and seasonal housing
- Housing starts or demolition rates
Source and limitations
Statistics Bureau of Japan, 2023 Housing and Land Survey, Tables 3 and 37-1.
Vacancy rate is calculated as vacant dwellings divided by total dwellings. Published counts are rounded, so displayed rates may differ slightly from calculations using unrounded estimates.