Written by Shyam Bhardwa
We get it — sometimes it can be hard to work in the same four walls every day. So here’s a look at some of the best coworking spaces in Tokyo for regular use, giving you somewhere to go to stay focused. We’ll compare the resources, prices, and accessibility each offers so you can find one that’s perfect for your needs.
Many of these spaces suit those working in creative jobs in Japan. So, if you’re already working in a creative role or looking for a foot in the door, they’re great places to connect with like-minded individuals.
Spaces
Shinagawa, Akasaka, Shinjuku, Otemachi, and RoppongiCoworking: 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekdays; Office: 24/7 365 days
Coworking from ¥18,900/month; Offices ¥59,500/person
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A newer brand from IWG (the people behind Regus) Spaces offers convenient, comfortable, and stylish workspaces for those looking for a regular coworking location. Branches are located in Shinagawa, Akasaka, Shinjuku, Otemachi, and Roppongi — easy access no matter where you are in Tokyo. Plans are slightly pricier than other options on our list, with cheaper memberships starting at ¥18,700 for five days a month. However, if you’re looking for a professional workspace to host meetings and impress clients, Spaces is definitely worth the price tag.
Resources: Printing, scanning, projectors, meeting rooms, food and drink bar, regular events, concierge service, high-quality wifi.
Regus
66 locations around Tokyo9 a.m.–6 p.m. for Business Lounge Plans, 24/7 for coworking
From ¥14,900/month for business lounge members; From ¥18,900/month for coworking plans
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While coworking spaces come and go and empires crumble, Regus has been offering coworking packages and small serviced offices from long before it was cool. While they’ve had a reputation for being functional but a bit dull, recently, they have stepped up their design game, creating some genuinely interesting workspaces. What’s more, Regus has all of Tokyo’s major neighborhoods covered. With a “business lounge plan” for ¥14,900 per person per month, you can move from place to place, exploring the city as you go. Coworking plans (where you get a desk instead of a pod) start from ¥18,900/month.
Resources: Printers, scanners, meeting rooms, free drinks, mail handling, phone answering, official address registration, virtual office
BLINK SMART Co-working space
This Roppongi co-working space has sophisticated, modern décor in its communal café area. Come and just grab a seat to work, or if needed you can hotdesk or grab your own private office, Café seats start at ¥20,000 a month with limited access, but you can add more time or features to meet your exact needs,
Resources: Printers, scanners, lounge, lockers, events, mail handling, kitchen
| Area | Roppongi |
|---|---|
| Opening Times | 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Café and Hot-desking Plans, 24/7 on other plans |
| Price | Starting at ¥20,000 monthly for Café seating ¥40,000 monthly for Hot-desking. Private facilities available for higher fees |
| English Support | Yes, English website and concierge |
| Registration | Contact Blink online or by phone |
| Address | 3-1-6 Motoazabu, Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 106-0046 |
| Nearest Station | Roppongi Station |
Coworking Space Kayabacho, Co-Edo
A friendly and open co-working space on the east side of Tokyo, this busy lounge comes with all the amenities you need to work effectively. On top of that, they offer free drinks, group work and study areas, and a friendly communal atmosphere. With monthly plans starting from ¥5,500 depending on your needs, Coworking Space Kayabacho is great for those on a budget.
Resources: Printer, scanner, vending machines, free drinks, events
| Area | Kayabacho |
|---|---|
| Opening Times | Open 24/7, access times determined by plan |
| Price | Starting at ¥5,500 for Lite plans ¥9,900 for standard |
| English Support | Yes, English website |
| Registration | Registration in person |
| Address | PA building 5F, 1-3-4 Shinkawa, Chuo, Tokyo, 104-0033 |
| Nearest Station | Kayabacho Station |
Basis Point Shimbashi
With branches in Gotanda, Ikebukuro, and Jimbocho as well as Shimbashi, (Link in Japanese) this modern co-working space is a convenient central Tokyo workspace. With a large lounge area for individual work and smaller sections for meetings and group work, the space is adaptable to a variety of needs. Monthly plans start from ¥11,880 a month for weekend use,
Resources; Printing, scanning, Fax machines, phone chargers, drinks, events, rentable business equipment
| Area | Shimbashi |
|---|---|
| Opening Times | Weekdays 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., Weekends 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Price | ¥11,880 for Unlimited weekend use ¥17,380 for Unlimited weekday use ¥21,780 for Unlimited anytime use |
| English Support | No |
| Registration | Inquire online or in person |
| Address | 2F Kaiseki Building, 2-19-3, Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 105-0004 |
| Nearest Station | Shimbashi Station |
Gotanda Coworking Space Pao Pao
A cozy, bright co-working space with divided desks for individual work and larger tables for groups and meetings. Pao Pao (Link in Japanese) is only a few minutes’ walk away from Gotanda station, making it perfect for commuters through Shinagawa. Monthly plans start at ¥5,500 (Link in Japanese) for weekend and holiday members, with a variety of plans letting you pick out exactly the times you need.
Resources: Printing, scanning, projectors, monitors, meeting rooms, free drinks
| Area | Gotanda |
|---|---|
| Opening Times | Weekdays 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., Weekends and Holidays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Price | Starting at ¥5,500 for weekends and holidays, up to ¥16,500 for unlimited use |
| English Support | No |
| Registration | Inquire online and register in person |
| Address | Tokyo KN Building 5F, 2-8-5 Higashi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, 141-0022 |
| Nearest Station | Gotanda Station |
This article was originally published on April 22, 2015, and was fully updated by Shyam Bhardwa in December 2022. While we do our utmost to ensure that the prices, times, and other information above is correct, things do change — so let us know on our community forum if something is wrong.
