Inside Japan's $300/Month Apartment: A Peek Into Affordable Luxury

Take a virtual tour of this envy-inducing apartment that's capturing attention worldwide.

Davy

• Published in Interesting
• March 13, 2024

A glimpse inside a $300-a-month apartment in Japan is igniting envy among many. With its combination of affordability and luxury, this living space has become the envy of people everywhere.

Let's step inside and explore what makes this Japanese apartment so desirable.

Living expenses can often take a significant portion of our income, with accommodation being a major contributor. However, while prices continue to rise globally, some countries offer more affordable living options than others.

A recent viral TikTok video shed light on this, revealing that in Tokyo, one can secure a very nice studio apartment for no more than $300 a month. This revelation left netizens stunned as they compared it to the prices they pay for similar accommodations.

A viral video on TikTok has sparked contemplation among viewers about quitting their jobs and relocating to Japan.

Securing a suitable home is often a challenging task, regardless of location.

And if by some stroke of luck you do find a place, the likelihood of it being affordable or inexpensive is slim to none.

However, one particular video circulating on TikTok has ignited a wave of individuals pondering the idea of leaving their current lifestyles behind to embark on a journey to Japan.

The clip, posted by Walksoflife11, has garnered over 920,000 views and offers a tour of an apartment in Tokyo priced at just $300 a month.

Yes, you read that correctly.

While it may seem too good to be true, many were left in disbelief after witnessing the amount of space one can actually get for that price.

In the video, the TikToker elaborated that it's a 250-square-foot apartment with multiple spacious cupboards for storage as soon as you enter.

The apartment includes a bathroom equipped with a sink and toilet, although the bathtub itself is rather compact and seems to require filling from an extended sink tap.

Additionally, it features a kitchen with a single gas stove and a two-tier cabinet.

There's also a living space with windows, a cabinet, and a small staircase leading to the bedroom area.

The TikToker concluded by mentioning that the nearest train station is only a ten-minute walk away.

While it may lack all the bells and whistles, many social media users pointed out that it had everything one needs to get by.

Some even remarked on the stark difference in prices compared to similar apartments in the US.

“This would still cost over $1800 in NYC. I’d say this was a great deal for Tokyo,” one user commented.

“That ain't bad for $300. In NYC that's probably $4,000 with a community bathroom,” another added.

“We need about 10,000 buildings like that in the Bay Area,” joked another user.

"This apartment is 30 square feet bigger than mine in San Diego, and mine costs $2,200. I wish I had a loft bed area like that," commented one user.

"This is perfect for me! I prefer smaller spaces because they're easier to manage and help me stay less cluttered," expressed another.

However, not everyone was convinced. Some Tokyo residents mentioned that while the apartment looked nice, most unfurnished apartments in the city require tenants to bring their own furniture, such as a bed and a fridge.

Still, for $300 a month, many were willing to make it work.

Davy