Global Property Manager Report 2026: The Tech Edge is here.Read now

The Japan STR boom is real
Here's what the data shows

Japan's STR market hit 73% occupancy and 20% ADR growth. Dynamic pricing drove 51% more revenue.

Japan STR Market

135%
supply growth since 2022, from 42,000 listings to 99,000
+20%
ADR growth year-over-year. From JPY 18,780 to JPY 22,474 per night
80.6%
peak occupancy in April 2025, driven by cherry blossom season and Golden Week
30%
growth in booked nights YoY from 985,693 to 1,283,729 nights per month
44%
of listings still use no dynamic pricing, the biggest revenue gap in the market

51% more revenue. Same property. Same market.

Dynamic pricing: JPY 19,220 RevPAR. Static pricing: JPY 12,715. That's JPY 2.3M left on the table.

What's in the report

Inside the 2026 Japan Short-Term Rental Market Report

Japan market overview

Supply doubled from 42,000 to 99,000 listings. We track how occupancy, ADR, and RevPAR moved year on year.

Regional deep dives

Seven markets, seven distinct demand profiles. Each section is written for operators in that specific market.

Booking behaviour

How far ahead are guests booking and how long are they staying? Every data point comes with a pricing recommendation.

Demand and seasonality

Booked nights grew 30% YoY and the shoulder season is shrinking. We show you how to price a market with no true off-season.

Dynamic pricing impact

We measure occupancy, ADR, and RevPAR at every dynamic pricing tier. The data is unambiguous.

Forward outlook: 2026–27

2026–27 is pacing ahead of last year. We cover six key risks and what to do about each one.

Getting Started

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No technical setup. No revenue management degree required. Just connect, set your range, and let PriceLabs handle the rest.

1
Connect Your Listing

Authorize your Airbnb, Vrbo, or property management system in seconds. No technical setup — just a one-click connection.

2
Set Your Price Range

Tell PriceLabs your minimum, base, and maximum price. The algorithm takes it from there, adjusting daily based on demand and market data.

3
Watch Revenue Grow

Track your performance in your dashboard. Most hosts see meaningful improvements within their first 30 days — and the trial is completely free.

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