Balancing traditional and modern aesthetics, space is always at a premium and although many Tokyoites live and commute from the stereotypical “rabbit hutch” apartments found throughout the metropolis, a lucky few live in oasis-like modern abodes discreetly tucked away in residential Tokyo neighborhoods. The Japanese are adept at finding beauty in subtle, unobtrusive spaces—leading innovative architects to design some of the most stunning and covetable modern homes.

Open-Plan Concrete Home in Japan

House in Higashiazabu by PANDA

House in Suwamachi by Kazuya Saito Architects

Shift House by Kino Architects

Oyamadai House by FrontOfficeTokyo

Small Box Home With Black Metal Facade in Japan

House in Tokyo by Ako Nagao + miCo

House With 30,000 Books by Takuro Yamamoto Architects

House NA by Sou Fujimoto

The Higashibatas’ House by Tezuka Architects