{"id":7769,"date":"2026-10-23T09:36:04","date_gmt":"2026-10-23T07:36:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/?p=7769"},"modified":"2026-10-23T10:31:28","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T08:31:28","slug":"kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Osaka Loop Line Apartments: Rent at All 19 Stations (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Quick answer:<\/strong> Osaka Loop Line apartments cost about \u00a562,000 to \u00a591,000 a month for a studio or 1K. Every station on the loop is within about 20 minutes of Osaka Station, because a full loop takes around 40 minutes. Prices are highest at Osaka and Fukushima in the north, and lowest at Shin-Imamiya, Bentencho and Tsuruhashi. For most foreign renters, the best value is on the east side between Kyobashi and Teradacho, where a studio costs about \u00a567,000 to \u00a575,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 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href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#Why_Choose_Osaka_Loop_Line_Apartments\" >Why Choose Osaka Loop Line Apartments?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#Inner_loop_and_outer_loop\" >Inner loop and outer loop<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#How_Much_Do_Osaka_Loop_Line_Apartments_Cost_at_Each_Station\" >How Much Do Osaka Loop Line Apartments Cost at Each Station?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#What_the_numbers_tell_you\" >What the numbers tell you<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#What_Is_Each_Part_of_the_Osaka_Loop_Line_Like\" >What Is Each Part of the Osaka Loop Line Like?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#North_Osaka_Fukushima_and_Temma\" >North: Osaka, Fukushima and Temma<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#East_Kyobashi_to_Tamatsukuri\" >East: Kyobashi to Tamatsukuri<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#Southeast_Tsuruhashi_to_Teradacho\" >Southeast: Tsuruhashi to Teradacho<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#South_Tennoji_and_Shin-Imamiya\" >South: Tennoji and Shin-Imamiya<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#West_Imamiya_to_Noda\" >West: Imamiya to Noda<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#Which_Osaka_Loop_Line_Station_Is_Best_for_You\" >Which Osaka Loop Line Station Is Best for You?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#Office_workers_in_Umeda_Fukushima_Temma_or_Noda\" >Office workers in Umeda: Fukushima, Temma or Noda<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#Students_Tsuruhashi_Tamatsukuri_or_Kyobashi\" >Students: Tsuruhashi, Tamatsukuri or Kyobashi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#Families_Morinomiya_Momodani_or_Teradacho\" >Families: Morinomiya, Momodani or Teradacho<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#Lowest_budget_Shin-Imamiya_Bentencho_or_Taisho\" >Lowest budget: Shin-Imamiya, Bentencho or Taisho<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#Frequent_travelers_Tennoji_or_Kyobashi\" >Frequent travelers: Tennoji or Kyobashi<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#What_Are_the_Downsides_of_Osaka_Loop_Line_Apartments\" >What Are the Downsides of Osaka Loop Line Apartments?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#How_Do_You_Rent_Osaka_Loop_Line_Apartments_as_a_Foreigner\" >How Do You Rent Osaka Loop Line Apartments as a Foreigner?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#Find_Osaka_Loop_Line_Apartments_with_Arealty\" >Find Osaka Loop Line Apartments with Arealty<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#About_this_guide\" >About this guide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/#Sources\" >Sources<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Osaka_Loop_Line_key_facts\"><\/span>Osaka Loop Line key facts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Item<\/th><th>Detail<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Operator<\/td><td>JR West<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Shape<\/td><td>A full loop around central Osaka<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Length<\/td><td>21.7 km<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Stations<\/td><td>19<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Full loop<\/td><td>About 40 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Frequency<\/td><td>About every 5 minutes in each direction at Osaka and Tennoji<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cheapest studio rent<\/td><td>Shin-Imamiya, about \u00a562,200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Most expensive studio rent<\/td><td>Osaka, about \u00a590,900<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Rent figures are LIFULL HOME&#8217;S averages for studio, 1K and 1DK apartments within a 10-minute walk of each station, checked October 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/osaka\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Browse Osaka Apartments<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Osaka-Loop-Line-apartments-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Osaka-Loop-Line-apartments-1.webp 800w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Osaka-Loop-Line-apartments-1-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Osaka-Loop-Line-apartments-1-768x384.webp 768w\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lively side street alleyway near Temma Station<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Choose_Osaka_Loop_Line_Apartments\"><\/span>Why Choose Osaka Loop Line Apartments?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Osaka Loop Line is a ring of orange trains around the center of the city. It is Osaka&#8217;s version of Tokyo&#8217;s Yamanote Line, but the rent is much lower. While the <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/midosuji-line-apartments-osaka\/\">Midosuji Line<\/a> runs north to south through the middle, the Loop Line circles the edge of the city center. Together they form the backbone of daily travel in Osaka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are three reasons foreigners like living on the loop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, every station connects to something useful. Osaka Station links to Umeda, the Shinkansen via Shin-Osaka and the airport trains. Tennoji links to the Midosuji Line and Kintetsu. Kyobashi, Tsuruhashi and Shin-Imamiya each connect to private railways heading to Kyoto, Nara or Kansai Airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Second, rent stays affordable all the way around. Even the most expensive station costs less than many outer suburbs in Tokyo. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/rent-price-comparison-tokyo-vs-osaka-expat-guide\/\">Tokyo vs Osaka rent comparison<\/a> shows how big that gap is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Third, you can go either way. Because it is a circle, two directions always lead to Osaka Station. If one side is delayed, the other usually still works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inner_loop_and_outer_loop\"><\/span>Inner loop and outer loop<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trains running clockwise are called the <strong>outer loop<\/strong> (\u5916\u56de\u308a, soto-mawari). From Osaka they go to Temma, Kyobashi and Tsuruhashi before reaching Tennoji. Trains running counter-clockwise are the <strong>inner loop<\/strong> (\u5185\u56de\u308a, uchi-mawari). They go through Fukushima, Nishikujo and Shin-Imamiya. Some rapid trains, like the Yamatoji Rapid and Kansai Airport Rapid, use part of the loop and skip smaller stations. Always check the sign on the platform before boarding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Do_Osaka_Loop_Line_Apartments_Cost_at_Each_Station\"><\/span>How Much Do Osaka Loop Line Apartments Cost at Each Station?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The table lists all 19 stations in outer-loop order, starting from Osaka. The last column shows how many stops it takes to reach Osaka Station in the shorter direction. A full loop takes about 40 minutes, so no station is more than about 20 minutes away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Station<\/th><th>Studio \/ 1K \/ 1DK rent<\/th><th>Stops to Osaka (shorter way)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Osaka<\/td><td>\u00a590,900<\/td><td>0 stops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Temma<\/td><td>\u00a573,600<\/td><td>1 stop<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sakuranomiya<\/td><td>\u00a570,700<\/td><td>2 stops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Kyobashi<\/td><td>\u00a571,900<\/td><td>3 stops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Osakajokoen<\/td><td>\u00a573,900<\/td><td>4 stops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Morinomiya<\/td><td>\u00a571,000<\/td><td>5 stops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tamatsukuri<\/td><td>\u00a569,200<\/td><td>6 stops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tsuruhashi<\/td><td>\u00a567,100<\/td><td>7 stops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Momodani<\/td><td>\u00a575,400<\/td><td>8 stops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Teradacho<\/td><td>\u00a572,800<\/td><td>9 stops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tennoji<\/td><td>\u00a570,600<\/td><td>9 stops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Shin-Imamiya<\/td><td>\u00a562,200<\/td><td>8 stops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Imamiya<\/td><td>\u00a576,200<\/td><td>7 stops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ashiharabashi<\/td><td>\u00a577,200<\/td><td>6 stops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Taisho<\/td><td>\u00a569,300<\/td><td>5 stops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bentencho<\/td><td>\u00a565,300<\/td><td>4 stops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nishikujo<\/td><td>\u00a576,800<\/td><td>3 stops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Noda<\/td><td>\u00a575,500<\/td><td>2 stops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fukushima<\/td><td>\u00a580,400<\/td><td>1 stop<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_the_numbers_tell_you\"><\/span>What the numbers tell you<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The spread is narrow. Apart from Osaka Station itself, every stop sits between about \u00a562,000 and \u00a580,000. That means you can choose a station for lifestyle and commute, not only for price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The north is the priciest part of the loop. Osaka and Fukushima are next to Umeda, the biggest business district in western Japan. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/umeda-neighborhood-guide\/\">Umeda neighborhood guide<\/a> explains why demand is so strong there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tennoji is surprisingly good value. It is one of Osaka&#8217;s major hubs, yet studios average about \u00a570,600. That is less than nearby Momodani or Teradacho, partly because there are many apartments around the station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some stations look cheaper than their location suggests. Bentencho and Tsuruhashi are both under \u00a568,000, even though they are only 4 and 7 stops from Osaka Station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more budget options across the city, see our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/cheap-apartments-osaka-under-70000-foreigners-2026\/\">cheap apartments in Osaka under \u00a570,000<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Osaka-Loop-Line-apartments-2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7772\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Osaka-Loop-Line-apartments-2.webp 800w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Osaka-Loop-Line-apartments-2-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Osaka-Loop-Line-apartments-2-768x384.webp 768w\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Quiet residential area near Osaka Castle Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Each_Part_of_the_Osaka_Loop_Line_Like\"><\/span>What Is Each Part of the Osaka Loop Line Like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"North_Osaka_Fukushima_and_Temma\"><\/span>North: Osaka, Fukushima and Temma<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the busiest and most convenient part of the loop. Fukushima is known for small restaurants and bars and is a short walk from Umeda. Temma is home to Tenjinbashisuji, one of the longest shopping streets in Japan, with cheap food and daily essentials. Both suit office workers who want to live close to Umeda without paying Umeda prices. Students can also look at our guide to a <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/cheap-student-apartment-near-osaka-station\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cheap student apartment near Osaka Station<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">[IMAGE: \u1ea2nh Osaka Castle Park g\u1ea7n ga Osakajokoen \/ Morinomiya | Alt text: &#8220;Osaka Castle Park near Osakajokoen Station on the Osaka Loop Line&#8221;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"East_Kyobashi_to_Tamatsukuri\"><\/span>East: Kyobashi to Tamatsukuri<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kyobashi is a major transfer hub with the Keihan Line to Kyoto and plenty of shopping. Osakajokoen and Morinomiya sit next to Osaka Castle Park, which is great for running and weekend walks. Tamatsukuri is quiet and residential. This side of the loop offers a good balance of price, green space and transport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Southeast_Tsuruhashi_to_Teradacho\"><\/span>Southeast: Tsuruhashi to Teradacho<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tsuruhashi is famous for its Korean neighborhood and yakiniku restaurants. It also has the Kintetsu Line to Nara. Momodani and Teradacho are calm residential areas with older shopping streets. Many families and long-term residents choose this part of the loop. Browse current <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/osaka\/osaka-shi-higashinari-ku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Higashinari-ku listings<\/a> to see what is available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"South_Tennoji_and_Shin-Imamiya\"><\/span>South: Tennoji and Shin-Imamiya<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tennoji is a big commercial center with Abeno Harukas, the Midosuji Line and Tennoji Park. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/tennoji-osaka-apartments-for-rent-foreigners-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tennoji apartments guide<\/a> covers it in detail. Shin-Imamiya is the cheapest station on the loop and is close to Namba and the Nankai Line to Kansai Airport. Some streets south of the station feel rough at night, so visit before you sign. For the Namba side, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/osaka-namba-apartments-for-rent-foreigners-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Namba apartments guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"West_Imamiya_to_Noda\"><\/span>West: Imamiya to Noda<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The west side is more industrial and closer to the bay. Taisho has a strong Okinawan community and good local food. Bentencho connects to the Chuo subway line. Nishikujo is where you change for the train to Universal Studios Japan. Noda is a quiet residential area right next to Fukushima. Rent is low here, but there are fewer shops and restaurants than on the east side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Osaka_Loop_Line_Station_Is_Best_for_You\"><\/span>Which Osaka Loop Line Station Is Best for You?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready to compare real listings along the loop? Start with the areas below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/osaka\/osaka-shi-kita-ku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kita (Osaka, Temma)<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/osaka\/osaka-shi-fukushima-ku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fukushima<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/osaka\/osaka-shi-higashinari-ku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Higashinari (Tamatsukuri)<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/osaka\/osaka-shi-tennoji-ku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tennoji<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Office_workers_in_Umeda_Fukushima_Temma_or_Noda\"><\/span>Office workers in Umeda: Fukushima, Temma or Noda<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These stations are only 1 or 2 stops from Osaka Station. Temma and Noda cost about \u00a57,000 to \u00a510,000 less per month than Fukushima.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Students_Tsuruhashi_Tamatsukuri_or_Kyobashi\"><\/span>Students: Tsuruhashi, Tamatsukuri or Kyobashi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These stations have low rent and good links to universities. Kyobashi connects to the Keihan Line and the Gakkentoshi Line. Our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/quiet-residential-areas-for-students-osaka\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">quiet residential areas for students in Osaka<\/a> lists more choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Families_Morinomiya_Momodani_or_Teradacho\"><\/span>Families: Morinomiya, Momodani or Teradacho<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These areas are calm and close to parks, with a direct train to both Osaka and Tennoji.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lowest_budget_Shin-Imamiya_Bentencho_or_Taisho\"><\/span>Lowest budget: Shin-Imamiya, Bentencho or Taisho<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can find studios for around \u00a562,000 to \u00a570,000. Check the area in person, especially around Shin-Imamiya.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequent_travelers_Tennoji_or_Kyobashi\"><\/span>Frequent travelers: Tennoji or Kyobashi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tennoji has the Kansai Airport Rapid and the Haruka limited express. Kyobashi has easy access to Kyoto through the Keihan Line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Downsides_of_Osaka_Loop_Line_Apartments\"><\/span>What Are the Downsides of Osaka Loop Line Apartments?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mixed train types.<\/strong> Rapid trains from other lines share the loop and skip some stations. New residents sometimes board a train that does not stop at their station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Noise near the tracks.<\/strong> Much of the loop runs on elevated tracks. Apartments right next to the line can be noisy, so check the windows during a viewing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Uneven atmosphere.<\/strong> The character of the loop changes a lot from station to station. A few areas feel quiet and industrial at night, while others are busy until late.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Older buildings.<\/strong> Many apartments on the east and south sides are older. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/japan-apartment-viewing-checklist-foreigners-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">apartment viewing checklist<\/a> helps you spot problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Rent_Osaka_Loop_Line_Apartments_as_a_Foreigner\"><\/span>How Do You Rent Osaka Loop Line Apartments as a Foreigner?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pick two or three stations.<\/strong> Use the table above to match rent with your commute.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Search by ward as well as station.<\/strong> The loop passes through several wards. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/osakas-24-wards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">guide to Osaka&#8217;s 24 wards<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Choose foreigner-friendly listings.<\/strong> Our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/foreign-friendly-apartments-osaka-what-it-means-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">foreign-friendly apartments in Osaka<\/a> explains what to look for.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Budget for move-in costs.<\/strong> Expect several months of rent upfront. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/apartment-move-in-cost-japan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">apartment move-in cost guide<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prepare for a guarantor company.<\/strong> Most landlords require one. Read <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/apartments-japan-no-guarantor-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">apartments in Japan with no guarantor<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you need a place for only a few months first, our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/osaka-short-term-apartment-rental\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Osaka short-term apartment rental<\/a> guide covers furnished options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1792739270559\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is the Osaka Loop Line good for living?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Osaka Loop Line apartments are affordable, and every station is within about 20 minutes of Osaka Station. The line connects to most subway and private railway lines in the city.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1792739276513\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the cheapest station on the Osaka Loop Line?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Shin-Imamiya is the cheapest, at about \u00a562,200 for a studio. Bentencho and Tsuruhashi are also below \u00a568,000.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1792739283551\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How long does it take to go around the Osaka Loop Line?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A full loop takes about 40 minutes. In practice, you can always reach Osaka Station in about 20 minutes or less by choosing the shorter direction.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1792739289313\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the difference between the inner loop and the outer loop?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The outer loop runs clockwise, from Osaka toward Kyobashi and Tsuruhashi. The inner loop runs counter-clockwise, from Osaka toward Fukushima and Nishikujo.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1792739296819\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is Tennoji or Kyobashi better for foreigners?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Tennoji is better if you want big shops and airport access. Kyobashi is better if you travel to Kyoto often or want a quieter home near Osaka Castle Park.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Osaka-Loop-Line-apartments-3.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Osaka-Loop-Line-apartments-3.webp 800w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Osaka-Loop-Line-apartments-3-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Osaka-Loop-Line-apartments-3-768x384.webp 768w\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Elevated train line passing Tennoji residential neighborhood<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Find_Osaka_Loop_Line_Apartments_with_Arealty\"><\/span>Find Osaka Loop Line Apartments with Arealty<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arealty lists foreigner-friendly apartments at stations all around the loop, from studios in Fukushima to family homes near Osaka Castle. Every listing is in English, and our team helps with applications, guarantor companies and contracts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Browse all <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">apartments for rent<\/a> on Arealty<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Start your search on <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Arealty<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compare more areas: <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/osaka-apartment-for-rent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Osaka apartment for rent guide<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/moving-from-tokyo-to-osaka\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">moving from Tokyo to Osaka<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tell us your station, budget and move date, and our bilingual team will send matching options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/osaka\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Find My Osaka Apartment<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/inquire\/rent-form\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Talk to Our Team<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_this_guide\"><\/span>About this guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide was written by Lucy Nguyen, Marketing Specialist at Arealty, using station-level rent data and JR West route information. Rent and train details change, so check current listings before you decide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sources\"><\/span>Sources<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homes.co.jp\/chintai\/osaka\/osakakanjo-line\/price\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LIFULL HOME&#8217;S: JR Osaka Loop Line rent by station<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.athome.co.jp\/chintai\/souba\/osaka\/osakakanjo-line\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">at home: JR Osaka Loop Line rent market<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Osaka_Loop_Line\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wikipedia: Osaka Loop Line<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tabi-mag.jp\/loopline\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tabi-Mag: Japan&#8217;s loop railway lines (Osaka Loop Line length and loop time)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Quick answer: Osaka Loop Line apartments cost about \u00a562,000 to \u00a591,000 a month for a studio or 1K. Every station on the loop is within about 20 minutes of Osaka Station, because a full loop takes around 40 minutes. Prices are highest at Osaka and Fukushima in the north, and lowest at Shin-Imamiya, Bentencho and [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":7770,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[592,636],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-7769","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-area-guide","category-osaka-area-guide"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Osaka Loop Line Apartments: Rent at All 19 Stations (2026) - A-Realty Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Karasuma Line apartments in Kyoto compared at all 15 subway stations: 2026 studio rent, university access and the best stops for students and foreigners.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kyoto-karasuma-line-apartments-student-guide\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Osaka Loop Line Apartments: Rent at All 19 Stations (2026) - 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