Culture
Noise Prevention Tips and Important Rules
July 16, 2026
This article introduces the basic rules about noise in Japan. Being mindful of the time and volume of sounds helps maintain a good relationship with your neighbors. Simple efforts, like using headphones, can make a big difference.
In Japan, noise in residential areas and apartment buildings often causes trouble with neighbors. After 10 PM, please be especially quiet and be considerate so that you do not disturb the people around you. When listening to music, it is expected that you use headphones or take other steps to keep the noise down.
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Source: Immigration Services Agency of Japan "Life and Work Guidebook" 第8版
https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/support/portal/guidebook_all.html
This article was reorganized by ＳＩＡデジタルテクノロジー株式会社 based on the above source.
※This language version is a machine translation from the Japanese version (ＳＩＡデジタルテクノロジー株式会社).
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