
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.
Damping Structure (Vibration Control Structure)
Damping Structure is a type of earthquake reinforcement that reduces the impact of motion from an earthquake by using damping walls to absorb seismic energy. This type of structure reduces seismic response by 70-80% more than what other earthquake resistant structures are capable of.
Rental Properties built with Damping Structure in Tokyo

- 1
- 1
- 41.1 sq.m.
Directly connected to Kojimachi Station which also provides direct transportation access to the Tokyo’s major areas such as Ginza, Nagatacho, and Ikebukuro. It is a tower apartment with the beautifully shaped appearance design, built on the hilltop location in Kojimachi, in the west of Imperial Palace. It comes with earthquake-resistant structure that is strong against earthquakes. It offers luxury shared facilities with a Japanese style elegant design.
JPY 292,000/month

- 1 - 3
- 1 - 2.5
- 57.3 - 156.5 sq.m.
The property is located only a 3 min. walk away from Akasaka Sta. Three train stations for four different lines are accessible. It is a high-grade tower residence placed on the higher floors of the building, in an excellent location. It has a roof garden with a BBQ area 100 meter high. The bilingual front desk services are available 24h. A fitness room is found on the 25th floor.
JPY 440,000 - 1,230,000/month

- 2
- 1.5
- 128.4 sq.m.
High-grade condominium for rent. Tower residence. Miscellaneous residential services by tying up with 'Hotel Okura'. Sky-view lounge for resident use and accommodation rooms for visiting guests on 25th floor. Ample facilities and services.
JPY 1,440,000/month

- 2 - 3
- 1
- 68.5 - 117.7 sq.m.
Azabu-Juban is in a 3 min. walk. This is a 36-story tower condominium apartment. The common facilities with greenery and a stream, in addition to the hotel-like services are big plus.
JPY 420,000 - 1,300,000/month