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Within 30 min
400stations
Within 45 min
709stations
Avg. rent estimate
¥96k
Around 400 stations are within a 30-minute commute to Gotanda, expanding to 711 stations within 45 minutes. The average rent reference in the 45-minute commute zone is about ¥96,100 per month. Three lines converge here — the JR Yamanote Line, the Tokyu Ikegami Line, and the Toei Asakusa Line — forming a commuting hub for Shinagawa Ward's business centers and its growing concentration of tech companies.
Gotanda is a key station on the Yamanote loop in Shinagawa Ward, home to a distinctive mix of mid-size and small company offices alongside IT startups. While the area has historical roots in printing and publishing, recent years have seen an influx of tech firms, Japan offices of overseas companies, venture capital funds, and co-working spaces. The share of young engineers, designers, and product managers among commuters has grown steadily, and a relatively high proportion of commuters in their 20s and 30s is a defining characteristic.
The commuting catchment extends along the Tokyu Ikegami Line directly to Osaki-Hirokoji, Togoshi-Ginza, Hata-no-dai, Ikegami, and Kamata. The Toei Asakusa Line reaches Togoshi, Magome, and Nishi-Magome, and extends via Keikyu through service to Aomonoyokoten, Kamioooka, Haneda Airport, and Yokohama. The JR Yamanote Line reaches Shinagawa, Osaki, Meguro, Ebisu, and Shibuya within minutes. Transfers to the Shonan-Shinjuku Line and Saikyo Line (via Osaki) extend access to Musashi-Urawa and Omiya, while the Yokosuka Line (via Nishi-Oi) connects to Musashi-Kosugi and Ofuna.
For those seeking lower rents, practical options include Togoshi-Ginza, Ebara-Nakanobu, Hata-no-dai, and Ikegami on the Tokyu Ikegami Line; Togoshi, Magome, and Nishi-Magome on the Toei Asakusa Line; Kamata, Kawasaki, and Oji on the JR Keihin-Tohoku Line (transfer at Shinagawa); and Aomonoyokoten, Tachiaigawa, and Umeyashiki on the Keikyu Main Line (Toei Asakusa through service). Those prioritizing proximity to work also choose areas around Higashi-Gotanda, Nishi-Gotanda, and Osaki.
| Area | Rent reference (single) | To Gotanda | Main line |
|---|---|---|---|
| Togoshi-Ginza | ¥80,000–100,000 | approx. 5–10 min | Tokyu Ikegami Line |
| Hata-no-dai | ¥80,000–100,000 | approx. 10–15 min | Tokyu Ikegami Line / Tokyu Oimachi Line |
| Ikegami | ¥70,000–90,000 | approx. 15–20 min | Tokyu Ikegami Line |
| Nishi-Magome | ¥70,000–90,000 | approx. 10–15 min | Toei Asakusa Line |
| Kamata | ¥70,000–90,000 | approx. 15–20 min | JR Keihin-Tohoku Line (transfer at Shinagawa) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q. Which areas offer lower rents within a 30-minute commute to Gotanda?
- Good options include Togoshi-Ginza, Ebara-Nakanobu, Hata-no-dai, and Ikegami on the Tokyu Ikegami Line; Togoshi, Magome, and Nishi-Magome on the Toei Asakusa Line; Kamata, Kawasaki, and Oji on the JR Keihin-Tohoku Line (transfer at Shinagawa); and Aomonoyokoten, Tachiaigawa, and Umeyashiki on the Keikyu Main Line (Toei Asakusa through service). Rents for single-occupancy units typically fall in the ¥70,000–100,000 range, with plenty of options to choose from.
- Q. Which lines offer the shortest commute times to Gotanda?
- Three lines within a 5–20 minute range serve as the backbone: the JR Yamanote Line (toward Meguro, Osaki, and Shinagawa), the Tokyu Ikegami Line (toward Osaki-Hirokoji and Togoshi-Ginza), and the Toei Asakusa Line (toward Togoshi and Nakanobe in one direction, and Takanawadai and Sengakuji in the other). The Toei Asakusa Line's Keikyu through service also provides direct access to Haneda Airport, while the Yamanote Line reaches Shibuya and Shinjuku without a transfer.
- Q. What is the Gotanda area like? Is it a good place to live?
- The area around Gotanda Station is a business district where offices and commercial facilities coexist, but adjacent Higashi-Gotanda, Nishi-Gotanda, and Osaki neighborhoods also have residential streets. It is a popular choice for single professionals, dual-income couples, and those working in tech, who are also drawn by the calm riverside living environment along the Meguro River.
- Q. Which areas are popular for families commuting to Gotanda?
- Kugahara, Chidorimachi, and Ikegami on the Tokyu Ikegami Line; Kuhombutsu and Jiyugaoka on the Tokyu Oimachi Line (transfer at Hata-no-dai); Urawa, Kamata, and Kawasaki on the JR Keihin-Tohoku Line (transfer at Shinagawa); and Kamioooka and Kanazawa-Bunko on the Keikyu Main Line (Toei Asakusa through service) are all well-supplied with nurseries, parks, and supermarkets, making them popular picks for families.
- Q. Are there stations with first-departure trains convenient for commuting to Gotanda?
- On the Tokyu Ikegami Line, first-departure trains originate at Kamata. On the Toei Asakusa Line, first departures run from Nishi-Magome. On the Keikyu Main Line (through service), first departures run from Misakiguchi and Haneda Airport. On the JR Keihin-Tohoku Line (transfer at Shinagawa), first departures are available from Omiya and Ofuna. Choosing a neighborhood near a first-departure station significantly increases the chance of getting a seat for the entire commute.
Last updated · 2026-05