
Earthquake Proof Rental Properties
Apartments & Houses with higher Tolerance against Earthquakes
Within Tokyo, there are many condominium apartments and detached houses that have undergone earthquake resistance strengthening modifications or were built utilizing special earthquake resistant structures.
Here is a selection of earthquake resistant rental properties utilizing seismic isolation structure, damping structure, 2x4 structure or another form of earthquake resistant reinforcement. Some of these properties have disaster prevention measures such as having a water well, stocking emergency supplies (food, blankets, first aid), and more in place.
2 x 4 Structure
With regard to wooden structures, buildings framed with 2x4’s and 2x6’s tend to be more resistant against earthquakes when compared to timber-framed structures. These structures are able to disperse their loads upon receiving seismic motions.

Rental Properties built with 2x4 Structure in Tokyo

- 4
- 2.5
- 211.5 - 236.1 sq.m.
A luxuary compound for foreign expat families located in the best neighborhood of Denen-chofu, surrounded by greenery. A Japanese garden with a wood patio (OK for BBQ), wooden flooring and an open living room with a wood-stove are its attractions.
JPY 1,350,000 - 1,700,000/month

- 4
- 2.5
- 246.2 sq.m.
Nampeidai is known as luxury residential neighborhood on the hilltop located in the midpoint between Shibuya and Daikanyama. It takes only a few min. walk to the trendy area in Daikanyama. This is a spacious compound residences geared towards foreign families.
JPY 1,400,000/month
- 4
- 2.5
- 200.3 sq.m.
It offers convenient city life and natural living environment with rich greenery at the same time. You can enjoy gardening / planting vegetables in the lot next to the building.
JPY 850,000/month

- 2
- 1
- 77.0 sq.m.
It is a residential compound where houses and apartments are situated in the large, 7272 sqm. space premise. Houses are large and imported from North America. The compound surrounded with rich greenery appears as if it is a luxurious residential neighborhood in north America.
JPY 230,000/month