Tokyo's share houses are offering more than just a room. With shared interests, a social environment and skill-building, shared housing as a lifestyle choice is growing in popularity for a generation looking to escape loneliness.
Which Tokyo neighbourhoods are getting more expensive?
While rents in Tokyo still tend to be lower than what they were in 2008—before the full force of the global financial crisis was felt—some suburbs have seen price spikes over the past 12 months.
The design of the Japanese house may have undergone some serious transformation over the years, but with traditional elements and modern inventions, the typical home remains a uniquely Japanese space.