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Overview of Rental Market Trends in Japan

In a recent analysis conducted by AtHome Inc., a prominent real estate information service based in Tokyo, Japan, it was found that the average rental prices for residential apartments and houses across major Japanese cities have witnessed notable increases. This analysis was carried out by AtHome Lab, which dispatched the study and its findings to provide insights for consumers in the rental market. The report focuses on significant data as of October 2025.

Key Findings

• - Significant Price Increases: Across the ten major areas evaluated, which include the Greater Tokyo area (comprising Tokyo’s 23 wards, Tokyo Metropolis, Kanagawa, Saitama, and Chiba) as well as Sendai, Nagoya, Kyoto, Kobe, and Fukuoka, the average rental prices consistently surpassed the figures recorded in the same month of the previous year.

• - Family and Couple-Oriented Apartments: In all 13 districts surveyed, apartments suited for couples and families reported higher rental prices compared to the previous year. Notably, in the Tokyo 23 wards, rentals aimed at singles have reached record highs alongside Osaka City, achieving maximum values for 17 consecutive months and 15 consecutive months respectively.

• - Apartments for Various Sizes: For apartments categorized by size, the Tokyo 23 wards also registered record-high rental prices across all areas. This trend highlights a sustained demand for urban living among various demographic groups.

Survey Methodology

The survey covered a total of 13 key regions:

• - Greater Tokyo Area (Tokyo 23 wards, Tokyo Metropolis, Kanagawa, Saitama, and Chiba)
• - Sapporo City in Hokkaido
• - Sendai City in Miyagi Prefecture
• - Nagoya City in Aichi Prefecture
• - Kyoto City in Kyoto Prefecture
• - Osaka City in Osaka Prefecture
• - Kobe City in Hyogo Prefecture
• - Hiroshima City in Hiroshima Prefecture
• - Fukuoka City in Fukuoka Prefecture

The data analyzed were drawn from registered residential rental apartments as listed on the AtHome real estate information website, ensuring that duplicate listings were accounted for as unique properties.

Definitions Used in the Study

• - Rental Costs: The study defines rental costs as the monthly payment an occupant is required to pay, including rent plus management and common area fees.
• - Apartment Size Designations: For analysis purposes, apartments were classified based on size: “single-oriented” referring to those under 30 square meters, “couple-oriented” for those between 30 and 50 square meters, “family-oriented” for 50 to 70 square meters, and “large family-oriented” for anything over 70 square meters.
• - Average Rent Index: The average rent index was standardized against January 2015, which was assigned a value of 100.
• - Rounding Method: The rate of increase was rounded to two decimal places, while the top three increases were based on figures prior to rounding.

For more detailed statistics and insights into rental prices, users can download the full PDF report from the following link: Download PDF Report.

This comprehensive analysis not only provides a snapshot of current market conditions but also helps potential renters and investors navigate the evolving landscape of residential rentals in Japan's key urban centers.