When looking for cheap Tokyo accommodation for stays between 7 and 30 nights, most travelers choose hotels or Airbnb. However, weekly apartments are a budget-friendly alternative. Still, many visitors from overseas are unfamiliar with them—partly because “weekly apartment” is not a common search term abroad and most information is only available in Japanese.
Problem: Hotels and Airbnb are fully booked
Challenges faced by tourists
- 2025 is expected to see record-high tourist numbers
- Hotel occupancy rates exceed an average of 92%
- Airbnb properties often sell out months in advance
- Remaining rooms are becoming increasingly expensive
92%
Occupancy rate
Average occupancy rate for major hotels
35%
Price Increase
Year-over-year increase in accommodation rates
Hidden Solution: Weekly Apartment
Why are they not well known to foreign travelers?
Weekly mansions are mainly marketed to Japanese business people, and many properties do not have English websites.
The Charm of Weekly Apartment
- 30-50% cheaper than hotels
- Have a kitchen for self-catering
- Have a washing machine, convenient for long-term stays
- Located in regular residential areas, allowing you to experience local life
Types of Portal Sites
| Site Type | English Support | Features |
| Major Chain A | ✅ Official site and contract fully in English | 100+ properties in Tokyo area / Rent includes utilities / Short-term OK |
| Major Chain B | ✅ Language-switch tab (site & listings in English) | Minimum 1 week / Credit card payment / Many campaigns |
| Direct Owner Portal | ✅ Email in English, phone in Japanese only | Properties in central Tokyo, English PDF lease, below-market rent |
| Multi-brand Aggregator | ✅ English language-switch tab (main pages) | Listings from multiple companies for weekly lease / Comparison by map view |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Wi-Fi available?
Most properties offer free Wi-Fi. The speed varies by property, but is generally between 10-100Mbps.
How to pay?
Payment by Credit card (Visa/Mastercard) or bank transfer is available.
What is the cancellation policy?
It varies by propeties, but generally a full refund is available up to 14 days prior, 50% refund up to 7 days prior, and no refund after that.
