Open Hair Salon in Tokyo
Complete guide to open Hair Salon in Tokyo, Japan. Market analysis, costs, competitors and opportunities.
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Last reviewed: 2026-09-01
Hair Salon · Tokyo — key figures
- Average investment
- €75,000 - €185,000
- Commercial rent
- ¥10000-80000/sqm
- Local competition index
- 63/100
- Break-even
- 10-22 months
Source: WhereToOpen.ai location intelligence · 6 mapped neighbourhoods · 2026-09-01. Figures are modelled planning estimates, not audited financials.
Top 3 areas: Hair Salon · Tokyo
Scored 0–100 on footfall, competition, rent and business-type fit across 6 mapped neighbourhoods.
- 170
Asakusa
High footfall
Rent: ¥15,000-25,000
- 268
Nakameguro
Rising area
Rent: ¥15,000-28,000
- 368
Shimokitazawa
Rising area
Rent: ¥10,000-18,000
Evidence and limitations
Confidence: 100%- Observed data
- 6 mapped neighbourhoods and available local rent evidence.
- Published data
- Business category and city reference datasets.
- Modelled data
- Zone scores and financial ranges are planning estimates, not audited outcomes.
Modelled 2026 estimate combining the Hair Salon category benchmark with Tokyo rent, salary and permit-time data and 6 mapped neighbourhoods.
Market Snapshot
Data-driven signals for hair-salon in Tokyo.
Opening a hair-salon remains one of the most searched local business moves in 2026.
Competition is 63/100. Competitive market means differentiation matters more than price.
Average investment: varies • Typical revenue: N/A.
Quick Answers
Is Tokyo a good place to open a hair-salon?
With medium foot traffic and 63/100 competition, the opportunity score is 50/100. A street-level report is the only way to confirm demand on a specific address.
How much does it cost to open a hair-salon in Tokyo?
Startup investment typically ranges varies. Monthly rent in Tokyo is around ¥10000-80000/sqm. Use the cost breakdown page for a detailed estimate.
Market Overview
✅ Key Metrics
- Population: N/A
- Foot traffic: Medium
- Business density: Medium
- Currency: JPY
⚠️ Competition
- Competition level: 63/100
- Avg. rent: ¥10000-80000/sqm
- Language: Local
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