Gym

Staying fit in Japan is easy — the country has excellent gym infrastructure. The challenge is finding a gym that fits your budget, location, and English comfort level. Types of Gyms in Japan 1. Budget Gyms (¥3,000–5,000/month) Anytime Fitness ¥7,000–8,000/month (24/7 access) Present in all major cities English-language materials Card access, no staff needed after setup Good equipment quality JOYFIT24 ¥5,000–6,000/month 24/7 access Decent equipment, widespread locations Fit Easy / FitBase ¥3,000–4,000/month Budget option, basic equipment Good enough for most people 2. Mid-Range Gyms (¥6,000–10,000/month) Renaissance (ルネサンス) Full service: pool, studio classes, gym ¥8,000–12,000/month Good facilities, some English support Konami Sports Club (コナミスポーツ) Pool + gym + classes ¥8,000–12,000/month Widespread in major cities Tipness (ティップネス) Good mix of equipment and classes ¥7,000–10,000/month Strong studio class program 3. Premium Gyms (¥15,000+/month) Equinox Japan (Tokyo only) ¥27,000+/month World-class facilities English-speaking staff Multiple Tokyo locations Gold’s Gym Japan ¥10,000–18,000/month Strong weightlifting focus Popular with bodybuilders How to Join a Gym in Japan Most gyms require: ...