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Luxury Residential Areas in Tokyo – Your Guide

Poste date: Friday, November 15, 2024

Tokyo's luxury residential neighborhoods—like Hiroo, Azabu, Shoto, Akasaka, and Takanawadai—are celebrated for their prestige and elegance. Often set on scenic hilltops, these areas combine central Tokyo's vibrancy with serene, upscale living. Here, you'll find exclusive low-rise condos and spacious rental apartments, each offering a refined and sophisticated ambiance. With an array of generously sized homes and luxury rental apartments, these neighborhoods are highly sought after by international executives and their families, seeking a blend of comfort, privacy, and style in the heart of Tokyo. Whether you’re considering luxury furnished apartments or exploring other upscale living options, these areas provide unparalleled living experiences.

Prime Locations Inside the Yamanote Line

When you hear "inside the Yamanote Line," think of luxury, high-profile residences, and the ultimate central Tokyo locations. Encircling the Imperial Palace, this area has long been home to Tokyo's elite. Once the domain of Edo-period samurai lords, these neighborhoods flourished during the Meiji era, evolving into a haven for noble families, foreign embassies, universities, government offices, and prominent hospitals. Their history of exclusivity and prestige has continued for centuries.

Hiroo: The International Enclave of Tokyo

Hiroo is a vibrant area filled with stylish cafes and restaurants. It’s home to several international schools, making it popular with expat families. International supermarkets such as National Azabu Super Market, provide convenient grocery options, while Arisugawa Park offers a serene green space. The area also has diverse international dining and English-speaking medical facilities, making it ideal for foreign residents.
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Akasaka: Where Prestige Meets Business

Akasaka is a distinguished area that combines luxury and convenience with its proximity to government offices and top-tier hotels. Here, you'll find expansive luxury towers that resemble five-star hotels and exclusive residential pockets like Akasaka Hikawacho, which offer privacy amidst the lively surroundings.
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Azabu: A Blend of Tradition and Trend

In Minato-ku, the Azabu area encompasses neighborhoods like Minami-Azabu, Nishi-Azabu, and Azabujuban, each with its unique allure. Azabujuban's Shopping Street blends traditional charm with modern boutiques, while Moto-Azabu offers an elegant, serene residential setting—a perfect balance of heritage and sophistication.
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Aoyama: Tokyo's Fashionable Green Oasis

Aoyama is a fashionable district with stylish shops and cafes along Aoyama-Dori and Kotto-Dori streets, popular among both locals and expats. The area boasts many high-end boutiques, making it a trendy spot for luxury shopping. Aoyama also features plenty of greenery. With its proximity to Shibuya, Omotesando, and Akasaka, it offers excellent convenience for residents.
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Shirokane: Tranquil Luxury in Central Tokyo

Shirokane is a tranquil residential area in central Tokyo, known for its low-rise buildings and lush greenery. It offers access to the Institute for Nature Study, a large park perfect for nature lovers. The area is also close to international schools.
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Prime Residential Areas Along the Yamanote Line

Living "along the Yamanote Line" is synonymous with convenience and quality. This circle of connected neighborhoods around central Tokyo is home to many government offices and business districts, and with terminal stations like Tokyo, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Shinagawa, and Ueno, the Yamanote Line offers effortless access to all corners of the city and beyond. No wonder neighborhoods near these key stations are so popular among residents seeking a balance of accessibility and prestige.

 

Shoto: A Serene Retreat Near Shibuya

Shoto is a peaceful and exclusive residential area near Shibuya Station, renowned for its luxury and quiet atmosphere. It is favored among celebrities and high-profile individuals seeking privacy and tranquility while still enjoying the convenience of central Tokyo.
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Takanawa Mita: Historical Elegance and Modern Luxury

Takanawa Mita is a prestigious residential area combining historical charm and modern luxury. It's home to a significant temple and close to several universities. Conveniently located near Shinagawa, Tamachi, and Azabujuban.
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Jonan Gozan: Tokyo's Hilltop Havens

The Jonan Gozan neighborhoods, between Meguro and Shinagawa on the Yamanote Line, are famous for their high-class hilltop residences, offering scenic views and an elite lifestyle.

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Jiyugaoka: Trendy Living with a Suburban Charm

Jiyugaoka is a stylish and relaxed neighborhood, known for its trendy boutiques, cozy cafes, and green spaces. It offers a peaceful suburban vibe while maintaining easy access to central Tokyo, making it popular with both locals and expats.

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Denenchofu: Tokyo's Garden Suburb

The area is known for its spacious homes, tree-lined streets, and tranquil environment. It is highly sought after by foreign families since several international school buses serving the area.
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While many of Tokyo's high-class residential areas hold deep historical significance, their exclusive character means you won't always find their names on a map—just one more reason they remain so desirable.
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Exterior of ALIVIO N&S Shibuya
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ALIVIO N&S Shibuya

Located 6-mins walk from Shibuya Station is a rental apartment with a total of 14 units. While in a convenient area with many commercial facilities, the area around the apartment has a quiet living environment. The apartment offers unit types from 1LDK to 2LDK, which are corner units only with plenty of sunlight and good ventilation, together with various amenities such as delivery locker, bathroom dryer, and bidet toilet.

JPY 225,000 - 460,000/month

Exterior of KDX Daikanyama Residence
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KDX Daikanyama Residence

Luxurious for-rent apartment, easily accessible to both Daikanyama and Shibuya Stations. Well facilitated.

JPY 230,000 - 247,000/month

Exterior of Premiere Stage Azabujuban
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Premiere Stage Azabujuban

Azabujuban Sta. is in a 2 min. walk. The apartment is in the specifications equivalent to condominium apartments. It has a grand entrance. All units face south and get plenty of sunlight. The floor plan is 1LDK. It also has extensive in-house facilities. The delivery boxes are also available.

JPY 175,000/month

Exterior of Form Minamiazabu 3F
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Form Minamiazabu 3F

It was a low-rise apartment built in July 1998, located in a quiet residential area of Minami-azabu, having 21 total units and 6 floors. It is in a corner location facing south-east having plenty of sunlight. A stately looking tiled appearance design increases the presence in the neighborhood. There is a convenience store next door and a supermarket within a 5-minute walk, and a 10-minute walk will bring you to the shops and restaurants along Azabujuban Shopping Street. The located area is dotted with embassies and international schools in the neighborhood attracting many foreign residents from various countries. Roppongi Hills and Arisugawa-no-miya Memorial Park are also within walking distance and the area is in a good living environment.

JPY89,990,000

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Dormi Ebisu 6F

JPY50,800,000

Exterior of Maison Shirokane 2F
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Maison Shirokane 2F

JPY55,990,000

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