Group 1 - The highest increase in commercial land prices in Japan is observed in the JR Chitose Station area in Hokkaido, which rose by 48.8%, accelerating from last year's 30.3% [1][2] - The surge in land prices is driven by an increase in foreign tourists in popular sightseeing areas and the successful introduction of semiconductor-related factories [1] - In Kinosaki Onsen, Hyogo Prefecture, commercial land in the central area increased by 20.2%, significantly up from last year's 7.0%, with new restaurants and specialty shops opening [1] Group 2 - In Nagano Prefecture's ski resorts, the demand for villas has surged due to the increase in foreign visitors, with residential land in Hakuba Village rising by 29.6%, the second highest in Japan [1] - The area around semiconductor factories is also experiencing significant land price increases, with ongoing projects for logistics facilities, hotels, and office buildings in Chitose City [2] - Real estate development companies like ES CON and CBRE are planning to establish warehouses in response to the rising demand in these areas [2]