Get your work out on while in Tokyo! Information about fitness gyms in Japan for foreigners
１．For foreigners who want to get their work out on while in Japan!
Foreigners come to Tokyo for a variety of reasons, including for long term work assignments, short term business trips or just for leisure, but regardless of the reasons, there are always health conscious foreigners who are looking for a place to work out nearby. For those traveling to Tokyo, and even for those who are in Japan for the long term, it is quite common to hear that foreigners want to have a fitness gym, either in their hotel or close to home when looking for a place to live.
Therefore, for those who want to stay fit and healthy while in Tokyo, in this article we will present to you some useful information about the fitness facilities available in Japan.
２． Fitness in Japan
It is said that the percentage of Japanese people who make use of fitness facilities is not as high when compared to other countries, but with the rise of health consciousness, not only men but also women are starting to turn out in numbers to get their work out on. For that reason, there are lots of fitness gyms in Tokyo where you can get comprehensive exercise while thinking about your overall work out menu. There are also specialized facilities where you can take part in special exercise activities, such as yoga and boxing.
Take the time to choose a fitness gym according to your purpose, whether you want to work out to become a body builder, or if you want to just get the basic work out to stay healthy.
There is a company in Japan by the name of Rizap, which is known as the spark of personal training in Japan, and because of their success, personal training gyms have popped up one after the other, due to their extensive use of celebrities in Japan who have seen success with their system in their advertisements.
Although it costs considerably more than other fitness gyms, personal training is gaining in popularity, and it is said that the number of people who ask for personal training where available, is on the increase.
For foreigners who wish to find personal training in Japan and do not speak Japanese, they need to find a fitness gym with a trainer who can communicate with them in their language.
３．Recommended fitness gyms for foreigners
Below is a list of the fitness gyms in Tokyo that you can use with peace of mind.
・Roppongi CLUB 360
CLUB 360 offers personal training, boxing, kickboxing, group classes, kid's classes, sports massage, physical therapy and osteopathy. A convenient gym located just a short 3-minute walk from Roppongi Hills, which makes it popular among foreigners.
On top of that, CLUB 360 is a fitness gym that has a good nutrition plan and is recommended for those who are interested in adding that aspect to their work out.
【Reference】http://www.club360.jp/
・Shibuya TOTAL Workout
TOTAL Workout in Shibuya has partnered with Athletic Republic, which is based in Park City, Utah, USA, and has set up training based on the successes of athletes. Recommended for foreigners who are looking for a top rank professional work out.
【Reference】https://www.totalworkout.jp/
４．Fitness gyms open 24 hours a day in Tokyo
Tokyo is a city that never sleeps so having fitness gyms that are open 24 hours a day is a given. For those who are looking for options that work with your lifestyle, here is a list of some of the 24-hour fitness gyms.
・Akihabara ANYTIME FITNESS
"ANYTIME FITNESS," located in Akihabara but is also known to have locations around the globe, is open around the clock, 24 hours a day and 365 days a year and is a monthly membership type gym.
There are more than 100 fitness gyms in TOKYO alone, so you can always select your favorite location and train according to your schedule and mood.
Perfect for busy foreigners who travel in and out of Japan.
【Reference】https://www.anytimefitness.co.jp/
・Ginza GOLD'S GYM
GOLD'S GYM boasts a large number of locations in Japan.
In particular, they have four locations in Tokyo and are open 24 hours a day.
Gold's Gym boasts a luxurious interior and is a perfect choice for those looking for lots of space and an abundance of machines for full-scale training.
Another attractive aspect of this location in particular is that it is popular with women. Gold's Gym is one of the only all around and complete fitness gyms in the world and is suitable for beginners or for the extremely serious and experienced individual.
【Reference】https://www.goldsgym.jp/
５． Things to be aware of for foreigners who want to start using fitness gyms in Tokyo
Here are a few points to be aware of if you are thinking about using a fitness gym in Tokyo.
・Check to see if they have staff that can speak your language
Fitness gyms do not always have staff who are able to communicate with foreigners. If you have questions about your contract, want to ask about procedures or want training advice, you will need to attend during the times that there are staff on site that can help you in your language. It is also good to note that 24-hour fitness gyms do not always have staff on site.
・Check if you can use your membership at other locations
There are lots of fitness gyms in Tokyo, but there are also lots of gyms that will only allow you to use their facility, and not other affiliated facilities.
Different facilities have different rules. For example, you may be able to use all of the affiliated facilities, but only in Tokyo, or they may allow for you to use affiliated facilities all over Japan. Be sure to check this when inquiring about membership.
・Check what items within the gym can be used for free
When using fitness gyms in Tokyo, it can always be convenient to be able to go empty-handed so you can reduce the items you need to bring with you, especially after a hard day at work.
Some fitness gyms have services like free towels and shoe rental, otherwise known as the "hand-free course", so be sure to check what fitness rental items you can take advantage of.
６． In Conclusion
In this edition, we have introduced you to the fitness gyms we recommend for foreigners, and those that you can use with peace of mind. Japanese consider fitness gyms not only as a place to get away from the monotony of everyday life, but also a as a place to improve their health, and like to make use of them between work days and holidays.
Even in Japan, especially in Tokyo, there are lots of 24-hour fitness gyms, as well as hotels that sometimes have fitness facilities, so foreigners can use with peace of mind.
We hope that you find this information about fitness gyms in Japan helpful and refer to the contents to make your life in Japan easier and healthier.
