根據日本知名房地產資訊平台SUUMO於2026年2月25日公布的「2026年首都圈最想居住城市排行榜」，整體排名反映出近年東京首都圈居住趨勢的明顯轉變，其中橫濱市再次展現壓倒性的居住吸引力，成為討論焦點。

在本次調查中，橫濱市連續第九年蟬聯榜首，顯示其長期穩定的人氣基礎。橫濱之所以能持續獲得跨世代支持，主要來自城市機能與生活品質的平衡發展。一方面，大型商業設施與都市更新計畫持續推進，使生活便利性不斷提升；另一方面，市政府長期強化育兒支援與家庭友善政策，成功吸引年輕家庭與育兒族群定居，也讓城市在人口結構上維持活力。

排名第二的則是大宮，並已連續三年穩居亞軍位置。大宮近年因大型再開發計畫逐步落實，使車站周邊商業機能明顯升級，同時兼具公園綠地與休閒設施集中的優勢，在「交通便利」與「生活舒適度」之間取得良好平衡，因此持續受到通勤族與家庭族群青睞。

值得注意的是，本次排行榜也明顯受到物價上升與生活成本壓力的影響。在租金與日常支出持續攀升的背景下，租金相對親民、生活成本較低的城市排名普遍上升。例如船橋市上升至第12名，而 筑波市 則提升至第24名，顯示「可負擔性」已逐漸成為影響居住選擇的重要因素，甚至開始改變首都圈傳統的人氣分布。

此外，本次榜單中的最大黑馬之一，是即將因大型複合開發而迎來新一波關注的 高輪Gateway City。隨著預計於下個月正式開幕的綜合設施帶動區域發展，該地區評分出現顯著成長，在排行榜中取得亮眼表現，也被視為未來幾年首都圈居住人氣可能快速上升的新核心區域。

整體而言，2026年的排行榜不僅反映單一城市人氣，更呈現出首都圈居住價值觀的變化：從過去單純追求都心地段，逐步轉向兼顧生活品質、育兒環境與居住成本的綜合考量，顯示日本都市居住趨勢正進入更加多元與現實導向的新階段。

According to the “2026 Greater Tokyo Area Most Desirable Places to Live Ranking” released on February 25, 2026, by the Japanese real estate information platform SUUMO, the results highlight a clear shift in residential preferences across the Tokyo metropolitan region, with Yokohama once again demonstrating exceptionally strong appeal.

In this year’s survey, Yokohama secured first place for the ninth consecutive year, reflecting its consistently high popularity. The city’s enduring attractiveness largely stems from its balanced development between urban convenience and quality of life. Continuous expansion of large-scale commercial facilities and ongoing urban redevelopment projects have steadily improved everyday convenience, while long-term investments in childcare support and family-friendly policies have successfully attracted younger households. As a result, Yokohama continues to enjoy broad support across multiple generations and maintains a vibrant population structure.

Omiya ranked second and has now held the runner-up position for three consecutive years. Large-scale redevelopment around Omiya Station has significantly upgraded commercial infrastructure in recent years, while the area also benefits from abundant parks and recreational spaces. This balance between excellent transportation access and comfortable living conditions has made it particularly attractive to commuters and families alike.

A notable trend reflected in the 2026 rankings is the growing influence of rising living costs. Amid increasing prices and housing expenses, areas with relatively affordable rents have seen clear improvements in their rankings. Funabashi in Chiba Prefecture rose to 12th place, while Tsukuba in Ibaraki Prefecture climbed to 24th. These shifts indicate that affordability is becoming an increasingly important factor in residential decision-making, gradually reshaping the traditional popularity distribution within the metropolitan area.

One of the standout newcomers in this year’s ranking is the Takanawa Gateway area, which has gained significant attention due to a major mixed-use development project scheduled to officially open next month. Anticipation surrounding the new large-scale complex has driven a substantial increase in evaluation scores, positioning the district as a potential emerging residential hotspot in the coming years.

Overall, the 2026 ranking reflects more than simple city popularity; it illustrates a broader transformation in residential values within the Tokyo metropolitan area. Preferences are shifting away from a sole focus on central urban locations toward a more balanced consideration of lifestyle quality, childcare environments, and housing affordability, signaling a new, more diversified and pragmatic phase in Japan’s urban living trends.