Kizunaya
絆家シェアハウス
ColivingCoworking
Kizunaya (絆家シェアハウス) is a Japan-wide sharehouse brand with four properties across Osaka, operating as a community-first coliving networkfor Japanese and international residents. Unlike a single building, Kizunaya Osaka is a portfolio of concept sharehouses in different neighborhoods. From the Umeda cycling distance ofSHELF Himejima to the Namba-adjacent hitotoki Tezukayama. Each house has a distinct concept. Multi-generational living, international exchange, or community-focused. While sharing Kizunaya's management standards and community infrastructure.
The appeal for digital nomads is the low barrier to entry: no deposit, no key money, no guarantor. The initial fee is a flat ¥44,000 regardless of property. All rooms come furnished with an air conditioner, bed, curtains, storage, and a refrigerator. Utilities and WiFi are bundled into the monthly rate. Rents in Osaka range from ¥22,000 to ¥50,000/month depending on property and room type, making this one of the most accessible coliving options in the city.
Community is the defining feature.Kizunaya bills itself as Japan's leading socialization-focused sharehouse, and each property maintains a mix of Japanese residents who want to practice languages and international residents exploring Japan. Events, outings, and house meetups are coordinated via LINE. There is no dedicated coworking space in the Osaka properties. Residents work from rooms or local cafes. WiFi is included throughout. Each property has a shared kitchen where residents cook independently. Dietary options are entirely self-managed.
Rooms & Pricing
Based on website
All private rooms. Fully furnished. Minimum stay 1 month. Move-in from 14 days after screening.
| Room Type | Capacity | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| SHELF Himejima — Private Room Air conditioner, bed, curtains, storage, refrigerator | 1 person | ¥45,000 |
| tabicco Senrioka — Private Room Air conditioner, bed, curtains, storage, refrigerator | 1 person | ¥34,000 |
| hitotoki Tezukayama — Private Room Air conditioner, bed, curtains, storage, refrigerator | 1 person | ¥36,000 |
| FUKU HOUSE Fuse — Private Room Air conditioner, bed, curtains, storage, refrigerator | 1 person | ¥33,500 |
| Contract Options | ||
|---|---|---|
| Monthly contract | First month prorated from move-in date | Initial fee: ¥44,000 flat. No deposit, no key money, no guarantor. Optional bedding set: ¥10,000 (includes mattress pad, duvet, pillow, sheets). Utilities and internet included in monthly rate. |
What's Included
Based on website
Furnished private rooms
AC, bed, curtains, storage, and refrigerator in every room
Shared kitchen
Shared cooking and dining facilities at each property
WiFi
Included in monthly rate. No dedicated workspace.
Utilities included
Electricity, gas, water, internet bundled in rent.
Shared bathrooms
Shared across residents at each property
LINE support
Official LINE channel. Staff available 10:00–18:00.
No coworking at Osaka properties. Optional bedding set ¥10,000. Properties: 12–26 residents each.
House Rules
Based on website
Screening required before move-in (typically 14-day minimum from screening to keys). Shared kitchen and common areas are cleaned by residents. First month's rent and initial fee must be paid within 3 business days of reservation confirmation. Bedding is available for purchase (¥10,000) or bring your own. Utilities are bundled — no need to set up individual contracts for electricity, gas, water, or internet.
Community & Events
Based on website
Kizunaya is structured around active intercultural exchange between Japanese and international residents. Each house selects residents who are genuinely interested in communicating across cultures, so the community skews toward language learners, people new to Japan, and locals wanting international friendships. Events and announcements are coordinated via the official LINE group, and Kizunaya runs online viewing sessions for prospective residents. The brand claims to be Japan's number-one socialization-focused sharehouse chain, with over 400 resident testimonials published.
Resident Mix
Mixed Japanese and international residents. Japanese residents are typically language learners or culturally curious locals; international residents are studying, working remotely, or on working-holiday visas. English is widely spoken as a common language at all properties.
Getting There
Nearest Station
Varies by property (Himejima, Senrioka, Tezukayama, Fuse) (10 min walk)
Lines
See Google Maps
Kizunaya operates four Osaka properties in different neighborhoods. SHELF Himejima is on the Hanshin Main Line (Himejima Station, 6-min walk), with Umeda reachable in 7 minutes by bicycle. Tabicco Senrioka sits near JR Kyoto Line Senrioka Station (12-min walk), 13 minutes to Osaka Station. Hitotoki Tezukayama is on the Nankai-Koya Line (Tezukayama Station, 8-min walk), 9 minutes to Namba and 10 minutes to Tennoji. FUKU HOUSE Fuse is in Higashiosaka near Fuse Station (9-min walk), 10 minutes to Namba by Kintetsu Namba Line.
About Osaka
Osaka is Japan's third-largest city and the commercial heart of the Kansai region, anchored by three main hubs: Umeda/Shin-Osaka in the north (Shinkansen terminus, business center), Namba/Dotonbori in the south (nightlife, food culture), and Tennoji/Abeno in the center. For digital nomads, Osaka offers fast rail connections to Kyoto (15 min), Kobe (20 min), and Tokyo (2.5 hrs by Shinkansen), a dense cafe and coworking scene, and living costs significantly lower than Tokyo.
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