- Kawasaki City consists of seven wards, and the areas around Kawasaki Station, Kosugi Station, and Shin-Yurigaoka Station are designated as regional hubs in the city's comprehensive plan.
- Four urban redevelopment projects have been completed around Kosugi Station, and the urban development plan for the area around Shin-Yurigaoka Station has been announced.
- In 2025, 8,256 criminal offenses were reported in Kawasaki City (compared to 8,094 the previous year), with bicycle theft accounting for approximately 31%.
- There were 86 cases of residential intrusion (burglary, break-ins, and burglaries while residents were inside) throughout the city (compared to 117 cases the previous year). The number of cases is counted based on the location where the incident occurred.
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What kind of city is Kawasaki? It has 7 wards and 3 regional hubs.
A city with seven wards bordering Tokyo across the Tama River.
Kawasaki City consists of seven wards: Kawasaki Ward, Saiwai Ward, Nakahara Ward, Takatsu Ward, Miyamae Ward, Tama Ward, and Aso Ward. According to the city's ward introduction page, Kawasaki Ward was created in 1972 when Kawasaki became a designated city, as the area south of the JR Tokaido Line. Nakahara Ward is located across the Tama River from Tokyo and is described as having developed under the strong influence of Tokyo.
Some wards are flat and close to the Tama River, while others are characterized by rolling hills; the topography differs from ward to ward.
Source: Kawasaki City "Kawasaki Ward Overview, Situation, and Characteristics" , Kawasaki City "Nakahara Ward Overview, Situation, and Characteristics" (Accessed November 2026)
Kawasaki Station, Kosugi Station, and Shin-Yurigaoka Station are major regional hubs.
In Kawasaki City's comprehensive plan, the areas around Kawasaki Station, Kosugi Station, and Shin-Yurigaoka Station are designated as areas where the city aims to create attractive regional hubs. The city describes Kawasaki Station as "the gateway to our city."
The area around Kosugi Station is a transportation hub where the JR Nambu Line and Yokosuka Line intersect with the Tokyu Toyoko Line and Meguro Line.
Source: Kawasaki City "Urban Development in the Kosugi Station Area" , Kawasaki City "Basic Concepts for Urban Development in the Shin-Yurigaoka Station Area" (Accessed November 2026)
Urban development initiatives in Kawasaki City
Around Kosugi Station | Urban redevelopment projects completed in 4 districts
According to the Kawasaki City official website, urban redevelopment projects have been completed in the area around Musashi-Kosugi Station, including the east and west districts of the Musashi-Kosugi Station South Exit area, the central district of Kosugi-cho 3-chome, and the east district of Kosugi-cho 3-chome. The city is promoting a policy of creating a "compact city where people can live on foot," aiming to concentrate functions such as commerce, business, medical care, and education.
You can find more information about the town of Musashi-Kosugi in our article about Musashi-Kosugi .
Source: Kawasaki City, "Urban Development in the Kosugi Station Area" (Development trends as of August 2026. Confirmed November 2026)
Kawasaki Station Area | Development Projects for Station Plaza and Pedestrian Walkway
The Kawasaki City website for the "Kawasaki Station Area" lists several project names, including the Kawasaki Station North Exit Free Passage Development Project, the Kawasaki Station East Exit Station Square Reorganization and Development Project, the Kawasaki Station West Exit Area Residential Area Comprehensive Development Project, and the Keikyu Kawasaki Station Area. The development of station squares and passageways around the station is being carried out as a city project.
Source: Kawasaki City, "Kawasaki Station Area" (Accessed November 2026)
Shin-Yurigaoka Station Area | Urban Development Policy
The area around Shin-Yurigaoka Station aims to become a "higher-quality, more attractive regional hub." The city has published its "Urban Development Policy for the Shin-Yurigaoka Station Area." Taking into account environmental changes such as the extension of the Yokohama Municipal Subway Line 3, the policy outlines a plan to strengthen transportation hub functions and promote land use transformation.
Source: Kawasaki City, "Basic Concepts for Urban Development in the Shin-Yurigaoka Station Area ," Kawasaki City, "Urban Development Policy for the Shin-Yurigaoka Station Area" (Accessed November 2026)
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Looking at the public safety situation in Kawasaki City in numbers
It's more reliable to judge public safety by publicly available figures rather than relying on impressions. Here, we'll use the confirmed figures for 2025 and 2024, based on the number of reported criminal offenses by municipality, as published by the Kanagawa Prefectural Police.
The total number of thefts in Kawasaki City was 8,256, with bicycle theft being the most common.
In 2025, the police in Kawasaki City reported 8,256 criminal offenses, an increase of 162 from the previous year (8,094). Of these, 2,584 were bicycle thefts, accounting for approximately 31% of the total. There were 86 cases of burglary, including break-ins into homes and burglaries while residents were present, down from 117 the previous year.
| Ward | Total number of criminal law offenses (Reiwa 7/Reiwa 6) | Bicycle theft at our house (2025) | Intrusion into homes (2025/2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki Ward | 2,489/2,638 | 951 (approx. 38%) | 27/40 |
| Saiwai Ward | 1,051/1,045 | 363 cases (approx. 35%) | 8/15 |
| Nakahara Ward | 1,083/1,223 | 408 cases (approx. 38%) | 7/18 |
| Takatsu Ward | 1,175/1,045 | 338 cases (approx. 29%) | 8/11 |
| Miyamae Ward | 772/692 | 92 cases (approx. 12%) | 8/16 |
| Tama Ward | 952/891 | 314 cases (approx. 33%) | 8/13 |
| Aso Ward | 734/560 | 118 cases (approx. 16%) | 20/4 |
| Kawasaki City as a whole | 8,256/8,094 | 2,584 cases (approx. 31%) | 86/117 |
The number of incidents is counted based on the location where the incident occurred. Districts with high foot traffic, such as around train stations and commercial facilities, will have a higher number of incidents. This does not reflect the number of victims who actually live in that district.
Source: Kanagawa Prefectural Police, "Number of Reported Criminal Offenses by Crime Type and Municipality," "Number of Reported Thefts by Modus Operandi and Municipality," final figures as of the end of December 2025 and the end of December 2024 (Residential intrusions include burglaries, break-ins, and burglaries while residents are present. As of November 2026).
In every district, the majority of incidents are thefts, such as bicycle thefts, with home invasions accounting for only a small percentage. Looking at the breakdown of incidents, not just the total figures, will help you understand what you need to be prepared for.
Public safety information by area, including Kawasaki Ward, Saiwai Ward, and Nakahara Ward.
We will examine the seven wards based on the number of cases in 2025 and the characteristics of each ward as confirmed on the city's official website. The quality of a town cannot be determined solely by the size of the numbers.
Kawasaki Ward | The ward that serves as the gateway to the city, including the area around Kawasaki Station.
In 2025, there were 2,489 criminal offenses (2,638 the previous year), of which 951 (approximately 38%) were bicycle thefts. There were 27 cases of burglary (40 the previous year). The number of cases is the highest in the city due to the high volume of people coming and going in the ward, including the area around Kawasaki Station.
According to the city's description, this district is comprised of the former Kawasaki Town (a post town on the Tokaido road), the former Daishi Town (a temple town in front of Daishi Heikenji Temple), the former Tajima Town, and reclaimed land along the coast.
The furnished apartment in this district, operated by Cross House, is located at Station Plaza Kawasaki (1 minute walk from Minatomachi Station on the Keikyu Daishi Line). The walking time is as indicated on the property page.
Saiwai Ward | The smallest ward in the city, where housing has increased on the sites of former factories.
In 2025, there were 1,051 criminal offenses (1,045 in the previous year), of which 363 (approximately 35%) were bicycle thefts and 8 (15 in the previous year) were home invasions.
According to the city's description, this district is located in the southeastern part of the city and is situated on a flat terrain between the Tama River, Tsurumi River, and Yagami River. It is the smallest district in the city in terms of area, and it is described as a place where apartment buildings have been constructed on the sites of former factories.
The furnished apartments in this district by Cross House are Plaz Minami-Sachimachi I (5-minute walk from JR Kawasaki Station) and SUNRISE Residence (10-minute walk from JR Kawasaki Station). Walking times are as indicated on the property pages.
Nakahara Ward | A ward undergoing redevelopment, centered around Musashi-Kosugi Station.
In 2025, there were 1,083 criminal offenses (1,223 in the previous year), of which 408 (approximately 38%) were bicycle thefts and 7 were burglaries (18 in the previous year). This ward had the fewest burglaries among the seven wards.
According to the city's description, Musashi-Kosugi is located almost in the center of the city and is mostly flat land along the Tama River. Redevelopment is underway around Musashi-Kosugi Station with the aim of creating a major urban hub.
The furnished apartment in this district is Maison de Amour (4-minute walk from Musashi-Kosugi Station on the JR Nambu Line). The walking time is as indicated on the property page.
Takatsu Ward | A ward where urban functions are concentrated around Mizonokuchi Station.
In 2025, there were 1,175 criminal offenses (1,045 in the previous year), of which 338 (approximately 29%) were bicycle thefts and 8 (11 in the previous year) were home invasions.
According to the city's description, it is a hilly district consisting of flat land created by the Tama River and Nikaryo Canal, and the hilly areas of the Tama Hills. Commercial, business, and cultural functions are concentrated around Mizonokuchi Station, a railway hub. For more information about the town of Mizonokuchi, please see the article on Mizonokuchi .
The furnished apartment in this district is Estate Pia Kawabe (9-minute walk from Mizonokuchi Station on the Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line). The walking time is as indicated on the property page.
Miyamae Ward | A residential area along the Den-en-toshi Line, spread across hilly terrain.
In 2025, there were 772 criminal offenses (692 the previous year), of which 92 were bicycle thefts (approximately 12%) and 8 were burglaries (16 the previous year). The proportion of bicycle thefts was the lowest among the seven wards.
According to the city's description, this district is located in the northwestern part of the city and is situated in the undulating terrain of the Tama Hills. Residential areas spread along the Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line.
The furnished apartment in this district, operated by Cross House, is Azalea Miyazakidai (8-minute walk from Miyazakidai Station on the Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line). The walking time is as indicated on the property page.
Tama Ward | A ward where greenery remains, such as Ikuta Ryokuchi Park.
In 2025, there were 952 criminal offenses (compared to 891 the previous year), of which 314 (approximately 33%) were bicycle thefts and 8 (compared to 13 the previous year) were home invasions.
According to the city's description, this ward is bordered by the Tama River to the north and the Tama Hills to the south. Ikuta Ryokuchi Park is home to the Taro Okamoto Museum of Art and the Japan Open-Air Folk House Museum.
The furnished apartment in this district is Palace Mukogaoka (12-minute walk from Mukogaoka-Yuen Station on the Odakyu Line). The walking time is as indicated on the property page.
Aso Ward | A ward centered around Shin-Yurigaoka Station, characterized by residential areas and abundant greenery.
In 2025, there were 734 criminal offenses (compared to 560 the previous year), of which 118 (approximately 16%) were bicycle thefts. There were 20 cases of burglary into homes, an increase from 4 the previous year.
The heart of the ward is the area around Shin-Yurigaoka Station, which the city designates as a major regional hub.
The furnished apartment in this district is Cosmo Yurigaoka (4-minute walk from Yurigaoka Station on the Odakyu Line). The walking time is as indicated on the property page.
Source: Kawasaki City "Saiwai Ward Overview, Summary, and Characteristics" , "Takatsu Ward" , "Miyamae Ward" , "Tama Ward" , "Asao Ward" (Ward characteristics are described on the city's introduction page. Confirmed November 2026)
The ranking of cities in Kanagawa Prefecture is based on the same prefectural police data as the article "Cities in Kanagawa You Don't Want to Live In ."
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Things to be careful of at night in front of the train station
On the way home at night, take a well-lit, busy street.
The atmosphere of the route from the station to your apartment changes between day and night. If you often return home at night, choose a route with plenty of streetlights and pedestrian traffic. It's a good idea to walk the route again in the evening during your viewing to check it out.
Bicycles should be secured with two locks, registered for theft prevention, and parked in a covered and well-lit area.
In 2025, approximately 31% of criminal offenses in Kawasaki City were bicycle thefts. Registering your bicycle, using two locks ("double locking"), and parking it in a covered and well-lit bicycle parking area will provide peace of mind. Make it a habit to lock your bicycle even for short periods, especially near train stations.
Crime prevention tips and safety inside buildings
Room selection checklist
- Does it have an automatic lock and security cameras?
- Is the room on the second floor or higher? If it's on the first floor, are there security measures in place for the windows and balcony?
- Have you walked the route from the station to your room in the evening to check it (streetlights, pedestrian traffic)?
- Is the bicycle parking area covered and lit, and is it possible to use two locks?
- Are there facilities such as delivery lockers that allow you to receive packages without having to interact with anyone?
Make it a habit to lock your front door and windows even when you're leaving the house for a short time. Adding auxiliary locks to doors and windows is also a basic measure to prevent intrusion.
Ensuring safety and security within the building | In the case of Cross House homes
Just as important as the safety of the neighborhood is the sense of security within the building after you move in. For your reference, Cross House homes have the following systems in place.
| Things I'm curious about | Cross House's response to residents |
|---|---|
| Are there any properties where women can live safely? | Cross House also offers properties exclusively for women. |
| If you experience equipment malfunctions or problems with your home | We have an emergency contact number, and we also provide on-site assistance depending on the situation. |
| If you live in a town and find it doesn't suit you | You can stay for as short as one month and move out with one month's notice (some discount campaigns may have minimum stay requirements, so please check the quote). |
Cross House operates furnished apartments and share houses primarily in Tokyo and Kanagawa prefectures. Since the rooms are furnished, you don't have to worry about buying furniture yourself. Amenities such as automatic locks and security cameras vary depending on the property. Online viewings are also available. Properties in Kawasaki City can be viewed in the Kawasaki City property list . Availability and conditions change, so please inquire for the latest information.
The costs involved when moving in are also one of the factors to consider when choosing a room.
The initial costs involved when moving in are also an important factor when choosing a room.
| item | Typical rental | Cross House |
|---|---|---|
| Security deposit, key money, brokerage fee, and other one-time payments required upon moving in | It is said that the security deposit and key money are each about one month's rent, and there is also a brokerage fee. | Only initial fees apply (30,000 yen for share houses; 30,000 yen for furnished apartments during the campaign, normally 50,000 yen). No security deposit or brokerage fee is required. |
| Furniture and home appliances | Gather them yourself | Furnished apartments come with appliances in the room. |
| Costs incurred upon moving out | Restoration costs and cleaning fees are determined on a case-by-case basis for each property. | Cancellation processing fee (55,000 yen including tax for furnished apartments) |
However, for individual contracts, the initial guarantee fee and monthly guarantee fee of the guarantee company are charged separately from the initial costs. Cross House residences do not require a co-signer (individual), but instead, membership in a guarantee company is generally required. If you pay the full amount, from initial costs to move-out costs, in a lump sum upon moving in, membership in a guarantee company is not required.
The total amount you actually pay upon moving in will include initial fees plus the first month's rent, and a cancellation fee will be charged upon moving out. The total cost from move-in to move-out will be determined after checking the estimate for each property.
The total amount you actually pay upon moving in will be the initial costs plus the first month's rent, etc. You can check the total amount in the estimate for each property before making a decision. A detailed breakdown of costs is explained in the article on initial costs for living alone .
If you'd like to compare rent and move-in costs together, Cross House can help you find your perfect apartment, so please feel free to contact us.
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FAQ
Q. Does the level of public safety in Kawasaki City vary by ward?
A. According to the Kanagawa Prefectural Police's figures for 2025, the number of criminal offenses varied greatly by ward, with Kawasaki Ward accounting for 2,489 cases and Aso Ward for 734 cases. Since the number of cases is counted at the location where the incident occurred, wards with train stations or commercial areas tend to have higher figures. It's helpful to check not only the number of cases in each ward, but also what types of crimes are most prevalent.
Q. Which ward in Kawasaki City has the highest number of bicycle thefts?
A. In 2025, there were 951 bicycle thefts in Kawasaki Ward, 408 in Nakahara Ward, 363 in Saiwai Ward, 338 in Takatsu Ward, 314 in Tama Ward, 118 in Aso Ward, and 92 in Miyamae Ward. Bicycle thefts accounted for approximately 38% of all criminal offenses in Kawasaki Ward and Nakahara Ward, and approximately 12% in Miyamae Ward. In all wards, bicycle registration and using two locks are basic precautions.
Q. How many cases of burglary (break-ins, break-ins, and burglaries while residents are present) have been reported in Kawasaki City?
A. In 2025, there were 86 cases citywide (compared to 117 the previous year). Broken down by ward, Nakahara Ward had 7 cases, Saiwai Ward, Takatsu Ward, Miyamae Ward, and Tama Ward each had 8 cases, Aso Ward had 20 cases, and Kawasaki Ward had 27 cases. For ground-floor rooms, it is advisable to take security measures for windows and balconies, and for rooms on the second floor or higher, make sure you have a habit of locking your doors.
Q. How are Kawasaki Station, Musashi-Kosugi Station, and Shin-Yurigaoka Station positioned within the city's plan?
A. In Kawasaki City's comprehensive plan, three areas—around Kawasaki Station, around Kosugi Station, and around Shin-Yurigaoka Station—are designated as areas where the city aims to create attractive regional hubs. Around Kosugi Station, four urban redevelopment projects have been completed, and the urban development policy for Shin-Yurigaoka Station has been announced.
Q. Has the number of criminal offenses in Kawasaki City increased compared to the previous year?
A. In 2025, there were 8,256 criminal offenses, an increase of 162 from 8,094 in 2024. On the other hand, the number of burglaries decreased from 117 to 86. Since the increase or decrease varies by ward, please check the table to see the number for the ward you wish to live in.
Q. Can I borrow money without a guarantor?
A. Cross House does not require a co-signer (individual). Instead, individual contracts generally require membership in a guarantee company, and an initial guarantee fee and monthly guarantee fees are charged separately from the initial costs. If you pay the full amount, from initial costs to move-out costs, in a lump sum upon moving in, membership in a guarantee company is not required.
Q. Are there any properties suitable for a woman living alone?
A. Cross House also offers properties exclusively for women. Amenities such as automatic locks and security cameras vary from property to property, so please inquire about the amenities of the property you are interested in.
If you'd like to check the availability and conditions of apartments around Kawasaki, Cross House can help you find your perfect room, so please feel free to contact us.
summary
Kawasaki City consists of seven wards, and the areas around Kawasaki Station, Kosugi Station, and Shin-Yurigaoka Station are designated as regional hubs in the city's comprehensive plan. Four urban redevelopment projects have been completed around Kosugi Station, and urban development plans have been announced around Shin-Yurigaoka Station.
Regarding public safety, according to the Kanagawa Prefectural Police, there were 8,256 criminal offenses in Kawasaki City in 2025, of which 2,584 were bicycle thefts and 86 were home invasions. The number of offenses is counted at the location where the crime occurred, so the figures will be higher in wards with many places where people gather. Please choose a place to live while checking both the figures for each ward and your impressions from actually walking around during the day and night.
If you're looking for a place to live in or around Kawasaki, Musashi-Kosugi, Mizonokuchi, or Shin-Yurigaoka, Cross House can help you find your perfect home, so please feel free to contact us.
