Japan Self Storage Market Report by Storage Unit Size (Small Storage Unit, Medium Storage Unit, Large Storage Unit), End Use (Personal, Business), and Region 2026-2034

Description

Japan self storage market size reached USD 2.9 Million in 2025. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 6.0 Million by 2034, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 8.25% during 2026-2034. The rise of e-commerce and small business entrepreneurship, which has increased the demand for storage spaces for business inventory, equipment, and documents, is driving the market.

Self storage is a service that provides individuals and businesses with storage space for their belongings, typically on a short-term basis. These facilities offer various-sized units that can be rented out, allowing customers to store items that they may not have space for in their homes or offices. Users have the flexibility to access their stored items at their convenience, making it a convenient solution for those in need of extra space. Self storage units are often secured with locks and sometimes security systems to ensure the safety of the stored items. This service is popular for its versatility, catering to a wide range of storage needs, including household items, business inventory, and seasonal equipment. Self storage facilities are usually found in accessible locations, making it convenient for customers to visit and manage their stored belongings as required.

Japan Self Storage Market Trends:

The self storage market in Japan has witnessed substantial growth owing to various factors. Firstly, the increasing trend of urbanization has resulted in a surge in the demand for storage facilities, as people living in compact urban spaces seek additional space for their belongings. Furthermore, the rising disposable income among individuals has led to a greater inclination toward acquiring personal assets, thereby fostering the need for additional storage solutions. Consequently, this has fueled the demand for self storage units, creating a positive impact on the market. Moreover, the growing e-commerce sector has significantly contributed to the expansion of the self storage market. With the flourishing online retail industry, there has been a notable increase in the requirement for warehousing and storage facilities to accommodate the escalating inventory levels of businesses. As a result, self storage facilities have become instrumental in providing cost-effective and convenient solutions for businesses to manage their inventory effectively. Additionally, the evolving demographic trends, such as the rising number of millennials and their transient lifestyles, which have propelled the demand for temporary storage spaces, are expected to drive the self storage market in Japan in the coming years.

Japan Self Storage Market Segmentation:

Storage Unit Size Insights:

Small Storage Unit
Medium Storage Unit
Large Storage Unit

End Use Insights:

Personal
Business

Regional Insights:

Kanto Region
Kansai/Kinki Region
Central/ Chubu Region
Kyushu-Okinawa Region
Tohoku Region
Chugoku Region
Hokkaido Region
Shikoku Region
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Kanto Region, Kansai/Kinki Region, Central/ Chubu Region, Kyushu-Okinawa Region, Tohoku Region, Chugoku Region, Hokkaido Region, and Shikoku Region.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

How has the Japan self storage market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the Japan self storage market?
What is the breakup of the Japan self storage market on the basis of storage unit size?
What is the breakup of the Japan self storage market on the basis of end use?
What are the various stages in the value chain of the Japan self storage market?
What are the key driving factors and challenges in the Japan self storage?
What is the structure of the Japan self storage market and who are the key players?
What is the degree of competition in the Japan self storage market?

Product Code: SR112026A19905

1 Preface

2 Scope and Methodology

2.1 Objectives of the Study
2.2 Stakeholders
2.3 Data Sources
- 2.3.1 Primary Sources
- 2.3.2 Secondary Sources
2.4 Market Estimation
- 2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
- 2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
2.5 Forecasting Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Japan Self Storage Market - Introduction

4.1 Overview
4.2 Market Dynamics
4.3 Industry Trends
4.4 Competitive Intelligence

5 Japan Self Storage Market Landscape

5.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
5.2 Market Forecast (2026-2034)

6 Japan Self Storage Market - Breakup by Storage Unit Size

6.1 Small Storage Unit
- 6.1.1 Overview
- 6.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 6.1.3 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
6.2 Medium Storage Unit
- 6.2.1 Overview
- 6.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 6.2.3 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
6.3 Large Storage Unit
- 6.3.1 Overview
- 6.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 6.3.3 Market Forecast (2026-2034)

7 Japan Self Storage Market - Breakup by End Use

7.1 Personal
- 7.1.1 Overview
- 7.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 7.1.3 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
7.2 Business
- 7.2.1 Overview
- 7.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 7.2.3 Market Forecast (2026-2034)

8 Japan Self Storage Market - Breakup by Region

8.1 Kanto Region
- 8.1.1 Overview
- 8.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 8.1.3 Market Breakup by Storage Unit Size
- 8.1.4 Market Breakup by End Use
- 8.1.5 Key Players
- 8.1.6 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
8.2 Kansai/Kinki Region
- 8.2.1 Overview
- 8.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 8.2.3 Market Breakup by Storage Unit Size
- 8.2.4 Market Breakup by End Use
- 8.2.5 Key Players
- 8.2.6 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
8.3 Central/ Chubu Region
- 8.3.1 Overview
- 8.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 8.3.3 Market Breakup by Storage Unit Size
- 8.3.4 Market Breakup by End Use
- 8.3.5 Key Players
- 8.3.6 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
8.4 Kyushu-Okinawa Region
- 8.4.1 Overview
- 8.4.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 8.4.3 Market Breakup by Storage Unit Size
- 8.4.4 Market Breakup by End Use
- 8.4.5 Key Players
- 8.4.6 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
8.5 Tohoku Region
- 8.5.1 Overview
- 8.5.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 8.5.3 Market Breakup by Storage Unit Size
- 8.5.4 Market Breakup by End Use
- 8.5.5 Key Players
- 8.5.6 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
8.6 Chugoku Region
- 8.6.1 Overview
- 8.6.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 8.6.3 Market Breakup by Storage Unit Size
- 8.6.4 Market Breakup by End Use
- 8.6.5 Key Players
- 8.6.6 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
8.7 Hokkaido Region
- 8.7.1 Overview
- 8.7.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 8.7.3 Market Breakup by Storage Unit Size
- 8.7.4 Market Breakup by End Use
- 8.7.5 Key Players
- 8.7.6 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
8.8 Shikoku Region
- 8.8.1 Overview
- 8.8.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 8.8.3 Market Breakup by Storage Unit Size
- 8.8.4 Market Breakup by End Use
- 8.8.5 Key Players
- 8.8.6 Market Forecast (2026-2034)

9 Japan Self Storage Market - Competitive Landscape

9.1 Overview
9.2 Market Structure
9.3 Market Player Positioning
9.4 Top Winning Strategies
9.5 Competitive Dashboard
9.6 Company Evaluation Quadrant

10 Profiles of Key Players

10.1 Company A
- 10.1.1 Business Overview
- 10.1.2 Product Portfolio
- 10.1.3 Business Strategies
- 10.1.4 SWOT Analysis
- 10.1.5 Major News and Events
10.2 Company B
- 10.2.1 Business Overview
- 10.2.2 Product Portfolio
- 10.2.3 Business Strategies
- 10.2.4 SWOT Analysis
- 10.2.5 Major News and Events
10.3 Company C
- 10.3.1 Business Overview
- 10.3.2 Product Portfolio
- 10.3.3 Business Strategies
- 10.3.4 SWOT Analysis
- 10.3.5 Major News and Events
10.4 Company D
- 10.4.1 Business Overview
- 10.4.2 Product Portfolio
- 10.4.3 Business Strategies
- 10.4.4 SWOT Analysis
- 10.4.5 Major News and Events
10.5 Company E
- 10.5.1 Business Overview
- 10.5.2 Product Portfolio
- 10.5.3 Business Strategies
- 10.5.4 SWOT Analysis
- 10.5.5 Major News and Events

11 Japan Self Storage Market - Industry Analysis

11.1 Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
- 11.1.1 Overview
- 11.1.2 Drivers
- 11.1.3 Restraints
- 11.1.4 Opportunities
11.2 Porters Five Forces Analysis
- 11.2.1 Overview
- 11.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 11.2.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 11.2.4 Degree of Competition
- 11.2.5 Threat of New Entrants
- 11.2.6 Threat of Substitutes
11.3 Value Chain Analysis