Minato, TokyoAzabu-juban
Azabu
A low-rise central Tokyo option near embassies and international services, with premium rents and several distinct sub-neighborhoods.
Typical rent (1R / 1K)
¥110,000 - ¥190,000
Monthly
Commute to Shinjuku
17 min
From Azabu-juban
Daily life feel
Good fit
International groceries, dining, clinics, and quieter residential streets can make daily life comfortable for households with a higher budget.
Last reviewed
July 2026
Data updated regularly
Why Azabu might be a great match for you
International groceries, dining, clinics, and quieter residential streets can make daily life comfortable for households with a higher budget.
May work well for
- International services and imported-food shopping nearby.
- Central access without the busiest nightlife on every street.
- Useful position for Roppongi and south-central work locations.
Trade-offs to compare
- Typical rents are high, especially for family layouts.
- Hills and station distance can change the daily routine.
- Budget supermarkets and low-cost housing choices are more limited.
Commute and access
Namboku and Oedo Line access supports Roppongi, Akasaka, and central business trips, while Shibuya and Shinagawa often involve a transfer or bus connection.
Lifestyle fit
International groceries, dining, clinics, and quieter residential streets can make daily life comfortable for households with a higher budget.
Rental preparation
Some agencies are accustomed to international renters, but documentation, guarantor arrangements, building rules, and approval decisions remain property-specific.
Watch out
Station access varies across hilly streets, and the rent-to-space trade-off can be significant outside a corporate housing budget.
Rent guide
Larger homes and well-located buildings commonly sit in a premium range; compare Azabu-Juban, Moto-Azabu, and Higashi-Azabu rather than assuming one market.
1R / 1K
- Low
- ¥110,000
- Typical
- ¥145,000
- High
- ¥190,000
1LDK
- Low
- ¥220,000
- Typical
- ¥300,000
- High
- ¥430,000
2LDK+
- Low
- ¥380,000
- Typical
- ¥520,000
- High
- ¥780,000
Estimate basis
Medium confidenceSource: LifeLanding rent-range methodology
Last reviewed: 2026-07-17
Rent ranges are area-level comparison estimates, not listing prices or availability.
Rent figures are area-level estimates for comparison only. Actual rent, availability, fees, and contract terms vary by listing, building, agent, and timing.
Local data & sources
Room-type rent range methodology: LifeLanding calibrated comparison range by room type
LifeLanding comparison methodology: Azabu comparison area
2026-07-17: LifeLanding rent-range methodology
Point-to-point commute estimate: 12-22 minutes; typically up to 0 transfer(s); weekday morning planning range
Station-level: Azabu-juban to Shinjuku
2026-07-17: Yahoo! JAPAN Transit route planner
Point-to-point commute estimate: 14-22 minutes; typically up to 1 transfer(s); weekday morning planning range
Station-level: Azabu-juban to Shibuya
2026-07-17: Yahoo! JAPAN Transit route planner
Point-to-point commute estimate: 10-20 minutes; typically up to 0 transfer(s); weekday morning planning range
Station-level: Azabu-juban to Tokyo Station / Marunouchi
2026-07-17: Yahoo! JAPAN Transit route planner
Point-to-point commute estimate: 18-30 minutes; typically up to 1 transfer(s); weekday morning planning range
Station-level: Azabu-juban to Shinagawa
2026-07-17: Yahoo! JAPAN Transit route planner
Foreign resident population: 23,923 (of 270,458 ward residents)
Ward-level: Azabu
2026-06-01: Minato City Government
Share of residents who are foreign nationals: 8.8%
Ward-level: Azabu
2026-06-01: Minato City Government
Foreign-language medical facilities (ward): 50
Ward-level: Azabu
2026-06-06: Tokyo Metropolitan Government
Market rent, 1K (new-build near station): ¥154,000/mo
Station-level: Azabu-juban station
2026-04-13: SUUMO (Recruit)
International grocery stores nearby: Nissin World Delicatessen (imported groceries, Higashi-Azabu)
Nearby destination: Named place in or accessible from the Azabu-juban area
2026-06-30: Nissin World Delicatessen
Places of worship nearby: Catholic Azabu Church (Nishi-Azabu) and Franciscan Chapel Center (Roppongi)
Nearby destination: Named place in or accessible from the Azabu-juban area
2026-06-30: PLAZA HOMES (directory)
Figures combine official government statistics and private real-estate market data, as noted per source. They may not reflect current conditions — check the source for the latest figures.
Area-level guidance and estimates use curated market and community signals last reviewed July 2026. Confirm current details directly before making housing decisions.