Living in Urayasu

浦安市, Chiba Prefecture

Urayasu City is the gateway to Tokyo Disney Resort (Maihama Station, JR Keiyo Line) and consistently ranks among the wealthiest and safest cities in Chiba. The Tokyo Metro Tozai Line also serves the city, providing direct subway access to central Tokyo via Otemachi. Premium rents reflect strong demand from families, expats, and Disney-related workers.

To Tokyo

20 min (Tokyo Metro Tozai)

Rail Lines

3 lines

Population

171,322

Best forFamiliesUpscale livingShort Tokyo commute

Safety

Crime Rate

3.0per 1,000

YoY Change

-5.9%

Traffic Accidents

19811.6/10K

Healthcare

Hospitals

6

Clinics

105

Hospital Cost / Person

120,089JPY/yr

Outpatient Cost / Person

208,877JPY/yr

Care Need Rate

6.1%

Childcare & Education

Daycare Centers

43

Kindergartens

19

Living Environment

Avg Land Price

494,577JPY/m2

Recycling Rate

15.9%

Elderly Ratio

18.2%

Pop. Density

9,975/km2

Typical Rent

Studio / 1K¥68,000 – ¥95,000
1 LDK¥98,000 – ¥135,000
2 LDK¥138,000 – ¥195,000

Approximate market range (2025). Prices vary by station, floor, and age of building.

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Location

Urayasu (浦安市) — Chiba Prefecture

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Transit Access

  • Tokyo Metro Tozai
  • JR Keiyo (Maihama)
  • Disney Resort Line

Approx. 20 min (Tokyo Metro Tozai) to Tokyo Station

FAQ

Is Urayasu the same as Maihama / Tokyo Disney Resort?

Maihama Station (JR Keiyo Line) is within Urayasu City and is the access point for Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea. The residential areas of Urayasu (Shin-Urayasu, Gyotoku, etc.) are separate from the theme park precinct.

Why are Urayasu rents so high?

Strong demand from families prioritizing safety and schools, proximity to Tokyo, and limited land supply (Urayasu is one of the smallest cities in Chiba by area) keep rents significantly above the Chiba average.

Area Highlights

  • Ranked among the top municipalities in Chiba for safety, childcare facilities, and household income
  • Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea (Maihama) within the city boundary — significant for hospitality employment and short-term visitors
  • Tokyo Metro Tozai Line reaches Otemachi (Tokyo CBD) in about 20 minutes without JR transfers
  • Rents are the highest in Chiba prefecture, reflecting premium demand — compare carefully against comparable Tokyo wards

Data sourced from MLIT public transaction records, Cabinet Office regional statistics (2023-2024), Chiba Police crime statistics (2024), and municipal open data. Updated periodically.