What kind of accommodation is best for a short-term stay in Japan? As the 2020 Tokyo Olympics draw near, various accommodation options are becoming increasingly available, particularly in sought-after tourist areas. But if you’re here for business, you’ll want a home where you can concentrate on your work. So you might prefer staying in a monthly apartment.

Note that Japanese buildings have a relatively short lifespan compared to other countries. People will be surprised to hear that the average building in the UK lasts about 114 years. Most families in Japan prefer living in a newly-built property and buildings in Japan are often rebuilt after one generation has occupied it. The same goes for apartments. Buildings over 30 years old are considered dated.

A home isn’t truly comfortable when it’s located in a noisy environment, especially if you’re staying there for work. If you can easily hear household sounds from next door, it’s probably not the best choice. You could even fall ill from lack of sleep. Sound insulation is difficult to judge from information on the internet, so try to visit an apartment to check for yourself.