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.
2 x 4 Structure
With regard to wooden structures, buildings framed with 2x4’s and 2x6’s tend to be more resistant against earthquakes when compared to timber-framed structures. These structures are able to disperse their loads upon receiving seismic motions.
Rental Properties built with 2x4 Structure in Tokyo
Daikanyama
- 4
- 2.5
- 240.4 sq.m.
This is a fairly detached house located in a popular area, Daikanyama. A 48.6 sq.m living room has wood floors. It offers a bright, spacious 4LDK + F.
JPY 1,350,000/month
Shibuya
- 3
- 2.5
- 143.5 sq.m.
Having easy access to three train lines, it is very convenient. Yoyogi Park is a 11 min. walk. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood surrounded by parks and trees. Practical floor plan and total of 150 sqm. space for a 3LDK floor plan. A loft storage is included.
JPY 500,000/month
Shibuya, Shoto
- 4
- 2.5
- 193 sq.m.
It stands in a high class residential area within walking distance to Shibuya Station and close to Nabeshima Shoto Park. A house comes with spacious terraces. It is bright and full of spaciousness having room layouts desirable for foreign families and an attic storage space as well.
JPY 1,000,000/month
Shibuya, Omote-sando
- 4
- 1.5
- 172.6 sq.m.
This 3-story house for rent which comes with the total area of Living room, Dining room with kitchen space over 30m2 and parking space as well, is located in a quiet residential area, an 8-min walk from Meiji-jingumae Station and within walking distance of Shibuya Station, having good access to various places in Tokyo. The house also comes with a roof balcony, and offers various amenities such as floor heating, bathroom dryer, gas cooktops, and shower toilets.
JPY 830,000/month
Denenchofu
- 4
- 1
- 211.5 sq.m.
A luxuary compound for foreign expat families located in the best neighborhood of Denen-chofu, surrounded by greenery. A Japanese garden with a wood patio (OK for BBQ), wooden flooring and an open living room with a wood-stove are its attractions.
JPY 1,300,000/month
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