Is it profitable to do Airbnb in Kyoto, Japan?

What is the occupancy rate of Airbnb in Kyoto, Japan?

What is the average daily rate of Airbnb in Kyoto, Japan?

Japan / Kyoto

Kyoto, Airbnb Market Statistics & Data, Japan

A typical short-term rental listing in Kyoto is booked for 303 nights a year, with a median occupancy rate of 83% and an average daily rate of JPY19,602. In 2023, a typical host income (annual revenue) was JPY5M. As of 12th September, 2024, there are 4,180 active Airbnb listings.

Average Revenue: JPY5M/yr
Occupancy Rate
83%
Avg Daily Rate
JPY19,602
Mid Scale
No. of Listings
4,653
Medium
YoY Revenue Change
14.86%
Best Month
November
Regulation
Lenient
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** Period: 2023 Aug - 2024 July | Last Updated on: 12th September, 2024
Revenue By Month
2023-08 - 2024-07
Low
JPY293,724
Average
JPY436,786
High
JPY640,923



Is Airbnb Profitable in Kyoto?

Yes, there is good short-term rental demand. A 83% median occupancy rate is considered a good market for Airbnb. The graph below shows the average monthly host income by month.
Tip! investing in a short-term rental can be highly stable and profitable. It’s stable because housing has been one of the most stable asset classes. Also, when you can’t do an Airbnb anymore, you can still rent it out to a long-term tenant with a lower yield. It is highly profitable because the monthly cash flow from short-term rental investment typically is double the amount of traditional rentals.

Starting an Airbnb in Kyoto

Short-term rental regulation is lenient in Kyoto. Very few Airbnb listing currently have put their license number on their Airbnb listing. This likely means the local government is not strictly enforcing the short-term rental-related regulations.
Average Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Kyoto
A typical listing recorded a 83% average occupancy rate between 2023-08 - 2024-07. In this graph, you can see the occupancy rate distribution. About 88.66% of the guests are international guests, and visitors from China is the largest group. Learn more about guest origin!.

You can find the distribution graph of daily rate and revenue in our market dashboard.
Occupancy Rate: 83%
4,180 Active Listings
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Explore Kyoto's Airbnb Data
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Best Areas in Kyoto for Airbnb
Are you wondering where to invest in Kyoto? Look no further!
  1. Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
  2. Fushimi Inari Taisha
  3. Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
  4. Kiyomizu-dera
  5. Gion District
  6. Nijo Castle
  7. Philosopher's Path
  8. Kyoto Imperial Palace
  9. Toei Kyoto Studio Park
  10. Katsura Imperial Villa
Top demand Airbnb in Kyoto
Airbtics has been tracking all Airbnb listings since 2019. This allows us to understand interesting metrics, like which properties earn the most in the market. Here are our top picks. Go to the app to find detailed information about 4,180 listings.
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Entire home & 3 Bed
⭐5.0 (562)
戸建、丸ごと貸出、床暖房、浴室暖房完備、JR桂川駅1キロ、P 駐車場有り。
$12,345
Revenue Potential
234
Days Available
$121,345
Revenue
74%
Occupancy Rate
JPY11,604
Daily Rate
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Private room & 2 Bed
⭐5.0 (145)
House Nozomi Room 102
$12,345
Revenue Potential
234
Days Available
$121,345
Revenue
74%
Occupancy Rate
JPY8,938
Daily Rate
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Entire home & 2 Bed
⭐5.0 (142)
House Nozomi ROOM 203 新築 桂川ハウス希 203
$12,345
Revenue Potential
234
Days Available
$121,345
Revenue
74%
Occupancy Rate
JPY9,409
Daily Rate
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Entire home & 1 Bed
⭐5.0 (150)
House Nozomi ROOM 101
$12,345
Revenue Potential
234
Days Available
$121,345
Revenue
74%
Occupancy Rate
JPY7,841
Daily Rate
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Entire home & 1 Bed
⭐5.0 (78)
House Nozomi Room 201
$12,345
Revenue Potential
234
Days Available
$121,345
Revenue
74%
Occupancy Rate
JPY5,959
Daily Rate
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Entire home & 2 Bed
⭐5.0 (97)
House Nozomi ROOM 202 新築 桂川ハウス希 202
$12,345
Revenue Potential
234
Days Available
$121,345
Revenue
74%
Occupancy Rate
JPY9,879
Daily Rate
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Professional Short-term rental property managers in Kyoto
We've compiled a list of host profiles that manage the most Airbnb properties in Kyoto. The dashboard shows their average occupancy rate, revenue, and year-over-year changes.
NameListingsRatingRevenue
Machiya Residence Inn584.8$1,23,234
RESI STAY Support Team934.5$1,23,234
Jpreserve734.7$1,23,234
Karen384.9$1,23,234
Saki324.3$1,23,234
Other short-term rental market data in Kyoto
Here is a breakdown of short-let properties in Kyoto. You might wonder about more specific data before buying an Airbnb property. For example, how much can an average listing with 4 bedrooms and a pool make? Or, what is the seasonality in booking? When is the peak month? Click the below button and check out more in-depth vacation rental data for free.
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