{"id":7075,"date":"2026-09-14T11:27:01","date_gmt":"2026-09-14T09:27:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/?p=7075"},"modified":"2026-09-14T11:27:02","modified_gmt":"2026-09-14T09:27:02","slug":"kojimachi-neighborhood-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/kojimachi-neighborhood-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Living in Kojimachi, Tokyo: A Neighborhood Guide for Renters"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kojimachi is a quiet, low-rise residential pocket of Chiyoda Ward. It sits between the Imperial Palace moat and Yotsuya. The area is best known for calm streets and a short commute to Tokyo&#8217;s government and business districts. It&#8217;s also one of the few genuinely residential corners of Japan&#8217;s most central ward. Living in Kojimachi suits professionals working nearby in Nagatacho, Kasumigaseki, or Otemachi. It suits them more than renters looking for a lively neighborhood scene. This guide covers what the area is actually like, what housing looks like here, and what foreign renters specifically should know before choosing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 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href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/kojimachi-neighborhood-guide\/#Where_is_Kojimachi_and_how_do_you_get_around\" >Where is Kojimachi and how do you get around?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/kojimachi-neighborhood-guide\/#What_is_it_like_to_live_in_Kojimachi\" >What is it like to live in Kojimachi?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/kojimachi-neighborhood-guide\/#Atmosphere_and_surroundings\" >Atmosphere and surroundings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/kojimachi-neighborhood-guide\/#Safety_and_quiet_at_night\" >Safety and quiet at night<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/kojimachi-neighborhood-guide\/#Shopping_and_daily_errands\" >Shopping and daily errands<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/kojimachi-neighborhood-guide\/#How_much_does_it_cost_to_rent_in_Kojimachi\" >How much does it cost to rent in Kojimachi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/kojimachi-neighborhood-guide\/#Housing_options_in_Kojimachi\" >Housing options in Kojimachi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/kojimachi-neighborhood-guide\/#Is_Kojimachi_a_good_fit_for_foreign_renters\" >Is Kojimachi a good fit for foreign renters?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/kojimachi-neighborhood-guide\/#What_renting_is_actually_like_without_a_Japanese_guarantor\" >What renting is actually like without a Japanese guarantor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/kojimachi-neighborhood-guide\/#Where_to_look_instead\" >Where to look instead<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/kojimachi-neighborhood-guide\/#Cost_of_living_in_Kojimachi\" >Cost of living in Kojimachi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/kojimachi-neighborhood-guide\/#Why_some_renters_choose_Kojimachi\" >Why some renters choose Kojimachi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/kojimachi-neighborhood-guide\/#Why_some_renters_look_elsewhere\" >Why some renters look elsewhere<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/kojimachi-neighborhood-guide\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kojimachi_at_a_glance\"><\/span>Kojimachi at a glance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Category<\/th><th><code>Detail<\/code><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Ward<\/td><td>Chiyoda City<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nearest stations<\/td><td>Kojimachi (Yurakucho Line), Hanzomon (Hanzomon Line), Ichigaya (Sobu, Yurakucho, Namboku, Toei Shinjuku lines)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Commute to Otemachi\/Nagatacho<\/td><td>Roughly 5\u201310 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Commute to Shinjuku<\/td><td>Roughly 10\u201315 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vibe<\/td><td>Quiet, low-rise, government and business-adjacent<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Typical rent (studio\/1K\/1DK)<\/td><td>Approx. \u00a5140,000\u2013180,000\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Typical rent (family 2LDK)<\/td><td>Approx. \u00a5440,000\u2013460,000\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best for<\/td><td>Corporate professionals, government-affiliated workers, Sophia University staff and students<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Foreign renter support<\/td><td>Limited dedicated services; most foreign tenants are on company-arranged leases<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_is_Kojimachi_and_how_do_you_get_around\"><\/span>Where is Kojimachi and how do you get around?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kojimachi sits in western Chiyoda, just north of the Imperial Palace&#8217;s Chidorigafuchi moat. It&#8217;s a short walk from Yotsuya and Ichigaya. Kojimachi Station, on the Yurakucho Line, serves the area directly. Hanzomon Station and the multi-line Ichigaya Station both sit within easy walking distance too. Together, these stations give residents fast access to Otemachi, Nagatacho, Shinjuku, and the wider Tokyo Metro network, without a transfer through a major terminal station. For anyone commuting into central Tokyo&#8217;s government or business core, living in Kojimachi means a short, largely seated commute. That&#8217;s a real contrast to the standing-room-only rides common from wards further out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/living-in-Kojimachi-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7077\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/living-in-Kojimachi-1.webp 800w, https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/living-in-Kojimachi-1-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/living-in-Kojimachi-1-768x384.webp 768w\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Quiet residential street in central Kojimachi.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_it_like_to_live_in_Kojimachi\"><\/span>What is it like to live in Kojimachi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Atmosphere_and_surroundings\"><\/span>Atmosphere and surroundings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kojimachi doesn&#8217;t have the shopping streets, izakaya alleys, or nightlife of wards like Shinjuku or Shibuya, and that&#8217;s largely the point. It&#8217;s one of the few parts of central Tokyo that reads as genuinely residential. Low-rise apartment buildings line quiet side streets, alongside embassies and diplomatic residences. Government office workers make up most of the daytime population. Chidorigafuchi, one of Tokyo&#8217;s best-known cherry blossom spots, is a short walk away, and Yasukuni Shrine sits just to the north. For day-to-day shopping and eating out, residents typically head to nearby Ichigaya, Iidabashi, or Otemachi. Kojimachi itself has relatively few restaurants and shops compared to its neighbors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This makes Kojimachi a strong fit for renters who prioritize a short, easy commute and quiet streets over an active local scene. It&#8217;s a weaker fit for renters who want walkable nightlife, large supermarkets, or a strong sense of neighborhood community right outside their door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Safety_and_quiet_at_night\"><\/span>Safety and quiet at night<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chiyoda Ward consistently ranks among Tokyo&#8217;s safest wards. Kojimachi specifically has a reputation for being quiet and secure even at night. Heavy police patrol coverage is typical here, in a ward that also hosts the National Diet and Imperial Palace. Resident reviews commonly describe the area as calm and well-kept. A handful of well-known public figures reportedly live here quietly too, drawn by the same low profile that keeps the area residential rather than a nightlife destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shopping_and_daily_errands\"><\/span>Shopping and daily errands<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One practical trade-off is worth knowing before you commit: day-to-day shopping is thinner here than in most residential wards. Convenience stores are plentiful, and a couple of upscale supermarkets sit near the station. Even so, some residents report walking up to 15 minutes to reach a full-size supermarket. Chiyoda&#8217;s small resident population simply means fewer large retailers set up locally. Housing and amenities cluster more heavily on the station&#8217;s east side. Most of the area&#8217;s nursery schools, kindergartens, and elementary schools sit there too. A short walk from the station, Hirakawa Tenmangu Shrine makes a good local landmark, with a large bronze torii gate and guardian dog statues that carry local cultural-property status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_it_cost_to_rent_in_Kojimachi\"><\/span>How much does it cost to rent in Kojimachi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rents in Kojimachi run well above the Tokyo-wide average. That tracks with its position inside Japan&#8217;s most central and land-constrained ward. Current listing data from major Japanese rental portals puts typical monthly rents (excluding management fees) roughly at:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Unit type<\/th><th>Typical monthly rent<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Studio \/ 1K \/ 1DK (single occupant)<\/td><td>Approx. \u00a5140,000\u2013180,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Family-sized 2LDK<\/td><td>Approx. \u00a5440,000\u2013460,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>New-build, 1\u20135 min walk from station (studio to 3LDK range)<\/td><td>Approx. \u00a5148,000\u2013634,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These figures come from listing aggregator data on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homes.co.jp\/chintai\/tokyo\/kojimachi_06383-st\/price\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LIFULL HOME&#8217;S<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/suumo.jp\/chintai\/soba\/tokyo\/ek_14020\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SUUMO<\/a>, not a fixed price list. Actual rent varies by building age, exact distance from the station, and floor plan, and listing data shifts month to month. As a rule of thumb, expect to pay a meaningful premium over comparable units in residential wards like Setagaya or Nakano. In exchange, you get Kojimachi&#8217;s short commute into the government and business core.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/living-in-Kojimachi-2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7078\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/living-in-Kojimachi-2.webp 800w, https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/living-in-Kojimachi-2-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/living-in-Kojimachi-2-768x384.webp 768w\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Effortless morning commute via Tokyo Metro.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Housing_options_in_Kojimachi\"><\/span>Housing options in Kojimachi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Housing stock in Kojimachi mixes older low-rise apartment buildings, mid-century &#8220;mansion&#8221; condominiums, and a smaller number of newer mid-rise developments. There&#8217;s little of the large-scale tower construction you&#8217;d see in wards like Koto or Chuo. The area is small, central, and short on available land, so rents here sit above the Tokyo average for a comparable unit size. That premium reflects the location and constrained supply, not any particular luxury standard. Studio and one-bedroom units make up the most common configuration, aimed at working professionals rather than families. Some larger family-sized apartments do exist further from the station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before signing, budget for Japan&#8217;s standard move-in costs: deposit, key money, agency fee, and guarantor company fee. These typically add up to several months&#8217; rent upfront. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/apartment-move-in-cost-japan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">guide to apartment move-in costs in Japan<\/a> breaks down what to expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Kojimachi_a_good_fit_for_foreign_renters\"><\/span>Is Kojimachi a good fit for foreign renters?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kojimachi is not one of Tokyo&#8217;s foreigner-dense neighborhoods, and it&#8217;s worth being direct about that rather than overselling it. Unlike Minato or Shibuya, Kojimachi has almost no dedicated foreigner-rental infrastructure. Most embassies sit in neighboring Minato rather than in Chiyoda itself. In practice, most foreign residents living in Kojimachi hold company-arranged corporate leases. They tend to be relocated executives, diplomatic staff, or employees of nearby government-adjacent organizations, rather than independent renters who found the area on their own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_renting_is_actually_like_without_a_Japanese_guarantor\"><\/span>What renting is actually like without a Japanese guarantor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Independent foreign renters can still live here, but the process looks more like a standard Japanese rental than the streamlined, English-language experience available in wards with an established expat support network. A guarantor company is standard practice in this situation, and it generally makes approval easier without a Japanese co-signer. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/apartments-japan-no-guarantor-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">guide to renting in Japan without a guarantor<\/a> for how that process works. Sophia University sits just south of Kojimachi in neighboring Yotsuya and has a significant international student and faculty population. Some of the area&#8217;s foreign residents connect to the university rather than to Kojimachi&#8217;s own community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_look_instead\"><\/span>Where to look instead<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a visible foreign community, English-speaking shops, and dedicated multilingual rental agencies matter to you, wards like Minato, Shibuya, or Shinjuku will generally fit better than Kojimachi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_living_in_Kojimachi\"><\/span>Cost of living in Kojimachi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kojimachi sits inside Chiyoda, Tokyo&#8217;s smallest and most centrally located ward. Rent and general cost of living here run higher than in most residential wards, closer to what you&#8217;d expect in Minato or central Shibuya than in outer wards like Nerima or Adachi. The trade-off is a very short, low-stress commute into the government and business core. For some renters that&#8217;s worth the premium; for others, it depends on where they actually work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/living-in-Kojimachi-3.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7079\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/living-in-Kojimachi-3.webp 800w, https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/living-in-Kojimachi-3-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/living-in-Kojimachi-3-768x384.webp 768w\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Everyday grocery shopping at local supermarket.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_some_renters_choose_Kojimachi\"><\/span>Why some renters choose Kojimachi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Short commute to government and business districts.<\/strong> Nagatacho, Kasumigaseki, and Otemachi are all within a 5\u201310 minute ride.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Quiet, low-rise residential streets<\/strong> in one of the few genuinely calm corners of central Tokyo.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Proximity to Chidorigafuchi and Yasukuni Shrine<\/strong>, useful for anyone who values green space and cherry blossom season without leaving the ward.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Multiple train line options nearby<\/strong>, through Kojimachi, Hanzomon, and Ichigaya stations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_some_renters_look_elsewhere\"><\/span>Why some renters look elsewhere<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Limited shops, restaurants, and nightlife<\/strong> within the neighborhood itself.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rents above the Tokyo average<\/strong> for comparable unit sizes, driven by scarce central-Chiyoda supply.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Little dedicated foreigner-rental support<\/strong>, compared to wards like Minato or Shinjuku.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A quieter, more corporate atmosphere<\/strong> that won&#8217;t suit renters looking for an active local community.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1789377936811\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Kojimachi a good place for foreigners to live in Tokyo?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It can work well for foreign professionals on a company-arranged lease working nearby. But Kojimachi has little dedicated foreigner-rental infrastructure compared to wards like Minato or Shinjuku, so independent renters should expect a more standard Japanese rental process.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1789377947899\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What train lines serve Kojimachi?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"> Kojimachi Station sits on the Yurakucho Line. Hanzomon Station (Hanzomon Line) and Ichigaya Station (Sobu, Yurakucho, Namboku, and Toei Shinjuku lines) both sit within easy walking distance.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1789377956503\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Kojimachi expensive to live in?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Rents in Kojimachi tend to run above the Tokyo average for comparable unit sizes. That reflects its location inside central Chiyoda Ward and limited available housing stock.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1789377969580\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How far is Kojimachi from central Tokyo business districts?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Otemachi and Nagatacho sit roughly 5\u201310 minutes away, and Shinjuku is about 10\u201315 minutes away. That makes Kojimachi convenient for commuters working in either direction.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1789377977681\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Are there embassies in Kojimachi?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A small number of diplomatic missions and residences sit in the area. Most of Tokyo&#8217;s embassies cluster in neighboring Minato Ward rather than in Chiyoda.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1789377983959\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What kind of apartments are available in Kojimachi?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Housing skews toward older low-rise apartment buildings and mid-century condominiums, with studio and one-bedroom units most common. Family-sized apartments exist too, but they&#8217;re less common close to the station.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1789377990753\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How much does a studio apartment cost to rent in Kojimachi?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Current rental listing data puts a studio, 1K, or 1DK unit in Kojimachi at around \u00a5140,000\u2013180,000 per month, excluding management fees. That&#8217;s noticeably above the citywide average for a comparable single-occupant unit.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1789378002692\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Kojimachi safe to live in?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Chiyoda Ward consistently rates as one of Tokyo&#8217;s safest wards, and Kojimachi in particular has a reputation for being quiet and well-patrolled, even late at night.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for an apartment in Kojimachi or elsewhere in Chiyoda? <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/rent\/tokyo\/chiyoda-ku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Browse current listings in Kojimachi<\/a>, or see all available apartments across <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/rent\/tokyo\/chiyoda-ku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chiyoda Ward<\/a>. For more on renting in Tokyo as a foreign resident, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">arealty.mom<\/a> or start your search at <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/rent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">arealty.mom\/rent<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kojimachi is a quiet, low-rise residential pocket of Chiyoda Ward. It sits between the Imperial Palace moat and Yotsuya. The area is best known for calm streets and a short commute to Tokyo&#8217;s government and business districts. It&#8217;s also one of the few genuinely residential corners of Japan&#8217;s most central ward. 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