Living in Shinagawa, Konan - Tokyo Bayside
The Shinagawa Konan Area covers the waterfront location on the Tokyo Bay that spreads out on the eastern side of the Shinagawa Station. The majority of the area falls under the address of Konan, Minato-ku. Since the addition of Shinagawa Station as a stop on the Tokaido Shinkansen Line in 2003, various high-rise buildings such as “Shinagawa Grand Commons” and “Shinagawa Intercity” have been constructed around the Konan Exit of the station. The area has since developed into one of the major business hub in Japan. Shortly after being added as a stop on the Tokaido Shinkansen Line, the area was also developed as a residential area for people who work in Central Tokyo, with various large tower apartments such as “Shinagawa V Tower” and “World City Towers” being built one after another.
One of the allures of the Shinagawa Konan Area is its waterfront location which provides sweeping views overlooking Tokyo's cityscape and the Tokyo Bay all the while remaining nearby Shinagawa Station, the gateway to Central Tokyo. In the near future, a new JR station named “Takanawa Gateway” Station is expected to open in the year 2020 on the west side area of 1-chome, Konan. The development for a new town is planned around the new station in turn creating an increase expectations for further development in the area. You can find a lot of apartments for rent that are popular among foreigners.
Major Rail Lines in Shinagawa Konan Area
Shinagawa Station on JR Yamanote Line / Keihin-Tohoku Line / Yokosuka Line / Tokaido Line / Shinkansen Line / Keihin-Kyuko Line
Tennozu Isle Station on Tokyo Monorail / Rinkai Line
Shinagawa Station–Tokyo’s major terminal station–provides easy access to cities all over Japan from a single location. From within the Shinagawa Konan area, Shinagawa Station can easily be reached by walking or using one of the many bus lines that make a stop at there. The Tennozu Isle Station also allows you to easily connect to major stations in Central Tokyo. From the Tennozu Isle Station on the Rinkai Line you can reach Osaki Station (7min), Ebisu Station (11min), Shibuya Station (13min), and Shinjuku Station (19), all on the same line. Another easily accessible location on the line popular for sightseeing and shopping is Tokyo Teleport Station in Odaiba (3min). From the Tennozu Isle Station on the Tokyo Monorail line you can directly reach Hamamatsucho Station (5min) and Haneda Airport International Terminal Station (10min). The Shinagawa Konan area is a very comfortable and convenient location for commutingto various areas within Tokyo and business trips to various cities within and outside of Japan.
New Station “Takanawa Gateway” Station on JR Yamanote Line / Keihin-Tohoku Line.
Interim opening of the station in 2020 and Grand opening in 2024
Apartments in Shinagawa, Konan Bay Areas
'World City Towers.' As high-end condominium complex, it is Japan's largest project. Supermarket, banks, nursery and other ample services for residents. Shuttle bus to Shinagawa Station. Sky view lounge. Fitness center.
JPY 209,980,000
Tokyo Sea South Blancfarre is a 36-story high-rise tower condominium completed in June 2004. It is a big community with a total of 373 units. The entrance has a water garden and is of a higher grade of quality. The hotel-like lounge has a vaulted ceiling, and gentle light pours in from the top light. Security measures include auto-locks and security cameras, and each unit is equipped with an intercom with a TV monitor. Tokyo Sea South Blancphere is also pet-friendly, although there are some restrictions on pet ownership. Tokyo Sea South Blancfarre is a 9-minute walk from Tennozu Isle Station on the Tokyo Monorail Haneda Line.
JPY 229,800,000
'World City Towers.'' As high-end condominium complex, it is Japan’s largest project. Supermarket, banks, nursery and other ample services for residents in the complex. Shuttle bus to Shinagawa Station. Sky view lounge. Fitness center.
JPY 240,000,000
A landmark 3 tower large-scale luxury condominium apartments in the Shinagawa Konan area, which consists of Aqua Tower, Breeze Tower, and Capital Tower and has a total of 2,090 units. It is within easy reach of 2 stations on 3 train lines and offers residents-only shuttle bus services to Shinagawa Station providing convenience for commuting to work and school. It is also comfortable to live in having a 24-hour supermarket, clinic, nursery school, etc. within the premises.
JPY 270,000 - 880,000/month
Located a 10-min walk from Shinagawa Station, where you can take Shinkansen and have easy access to Haneda Airport and Narita Airport. There are many supermarkets and convenience stores in the surrounding area, so it is convenient for everyday life. The apartment offers the concierge desk services and various shared facilities such as a fitness gym and work lounge space. It also offers the units having various amenities such as free internet connection and bathroom dryer. Some of the units come with furniture.
JPY 164,000 - 600,000/month
Directly connected to Shinagawa Seaside Station Square by a pedestrian deck. It stands close to the shopping mall of Aeon Shinagawa Seaside, providing convenience for shopping, eating and drinking. It is a 29-story tower apartment with quake-absorbing structure. It comes with abundant shared facilities including roof-top Sky Park, Cafe Lounge, Kids Room, and an authorized child care facility.
JPY 240,000 - 255,000/month
