Kawasaki, KanagawaKawasaki
Kawasaki
A large Kanagawa hub between Shinagawa and Yokohama with fast JR and Keikyu services, broad shopping, and a generally lower rent context than central Tokyo.
Typical rent (1R / 1K)
¥50,000 - ¥100,000
Monthly
Commute to Shinjuku
47 min
From Kawasaki
Daily life feel
Good fit
Large retail, cinemas, supermarkets, and practical services support commuters and households that do not need a Tokyo address.
Last reviewed
July 2026
Data updated regularly
Why Kawasaki might be a great match for you
Large retail, cinemas, supermarkets, and practical services support commuters and households that do not need a Tokyo address.
May work well for
- Fast access to Shinagawa and Yokohama.
- Strong shopping and everyday convenience.
- More rent flexibility than many central Tokyo hubs.
Trade-offs to compare
- Busy, commercial station surroundings.
- A Tokyo commute still depends on crowded trunk lines.
- Neighborhood feel varies sharply by side.
Commute and access
JR Tokaido and Keihin-Tohoku services favor Shinagawa, Tokyo, and Yokohama, while Keikyu supports Haneda and south-side travel.
Lifestyle fit
Large retail, cinemas, supermarkets, and practical services support commuters and households that do not need a Tokyo address.
Rental preparation
The city and station area are large, so compare east and west sides, municipality services, noise, building conditions, and application requirements.
Watch out
Some blocks are very commercial, station crossings take time, and the atmosphere differs substantially from nearby residential stations.
Rent guide
Value can be strong for the transport access, but station-adjacent towers and new buildings cost more; surrounding stops expand the range.
1R / 1K
- Low
- ¥50,000
- Typical
- ¥70,000
- High
- ¥100,000
1LDK
- Low
- ¥80,000
- Typical
- ¥112,000
- High
- ¥170,000
2LDK+
- Low
- ¥120,000
- Typical
- ¥160,000
- High
- ¥250,000
Share house
- Low
- ¥35,000
- Typical
- ¥50,000
- High
- ¥72,000
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: Kawasaki comparison area
2026-07-17: LifeLanding rent-range methodology
Share of residents who are foreign nationals: 4.0%
Ward-level: Kawasaki
2026-04-01: Kawasaki City Government
Market rent, 1K (new-build near station): ¥94,000/mo
Station-level: Kawasaki station
2026-04-13: SUUMO (Recruit)
Peak-hour rail congestion (main line): 154% (JR Tokaido Line, Kawasaki–Shinagawa)
Published line segment: Published peak-hour line segment
2024 (FY2024 survey): Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT)
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.