Tokyo's Shinjuku Banned Most Short-Term Rentals
Shinjuku will prohibit over 50% of short-term rentals, impacting 42 thousand total listings and including properties in residential zones.
A local restriction on short-term lodging targets the area known for its commercial hub. Shinjuku announced a ban affecting more than half of short-term rental spaces in the district. Approximately 10 percent of Japan's roughly 42 thousand temporary rentals exist within this municipality. Officials stated the measure applies to both existing properties and future constructions, extending prohibitions into residential neighborhoods and school zones. Supervisors indicated specific grounds for the restriction include improper waste disposal, smoking in prohibited areas, and noise disturbances caused by transient guests. The city officials also cited property congestion and rising housing costs as primary drivers for curbing excess tourism. This approach aligns with similar complaints raised by residents in other international cities like New York.
