“Can I buy a soundproof room with a ¥500,000 budget?” “What’s the best soundproof room for ¥1 million or ¥2 million?”
Soundproof room selection by budget offers optimal choices for each price range. For ¥500,000, you can choose basic soundproof booths (like Danbochi). For ¥1 million, used soundproof rooms or small unit types are available. For ¥2 million, you can select professional unit-type soundproof rooms (2-tatami size). However, these are base prices only. Including delivery/installation fees and optional equipment, total additional costs range from ¥200,000 to ¥500,000.
This article provides a comprehensive guide to selecting soundproof rooms by budget in Japan. We cover optimal selection methods, product examples, cost breakdowns, and considerations for ¥500,000, ¥1 million, and ¥2 million budgets.
Soundproof Room Selection Guide by Budget: ¥500K, ¥1M, ¥2M Options#
Overview of Budget-Based Selection#
The types and performance of soundproof rooms you can choose vary significantly by budget. Let’s start by understanding the overall picture.
| Budget | Available Soundproof Rooms | Soundproof Performance | Suitable Uses | Total (Including Additional Costs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ¥500,000 | Basic Soundproof Booth | D-30-40 | Streaming, Telework, Light Instruments | ¥600,000-700,000 |
| ¥1,000,000 | Used Soundproof Room, Small Unit Type | D-40-50 | Piano, Wind Instruments, String Instruments | ¥1.2-1.5M |
| ¥2,000,000 | Professional Unit Type (2-tatami) | D-40-50 | Piano, Grand Piano Compatible | ¥2.3-2.5M |
How to Choose a Soundproof Room with ¥500,000 Budget#
Types Available with ¥500,000 Budget#
With a ¥500,000 budget, you can mainly choose basic soundproof booths.
Danbochi (Yamaha)
- Price: ¥60,000-150,000
- Soundproof Performance: D-30 level (basic)
- Features: Cardboard material, one-person assembly, lightweight
- Suitable Uses: Streaming, online meetings, light vocal practice, acoustic guitar
- Total: Base price only, almost no additional costs
Imported Basic Booths
- Price: ¥80,000-300,000
- Soundproof Performance: D-30-40 level
- Features: High design quality, variety of options
- Suitable Uses: Streaming, telework, light use
Selection Points for ¥500,000 Budget#
- Clarify Intended Use: Basic soundproof booths are sufficient for streaming/telework
- Check Installation Environment: Confirm if installation is possible in rental properties
- Consider Additional Costs: With ¥500,000 budget, choose products that complete at base price
Considerations for ¥500,000 Budget#
- Not suitable for serious instrument practice
- Ventilation needed for extended use
- Limited soundproof performance (D-30-40 level)
How to Choose a Soundproof Room with ¥1,000,000 Budget#
Types Available with ¥1,000,000 Budget#
With a ¥1,000,000 budget, you can choose used soundproof rooms or small unit types.
Used Soundproof Room
- Price: 40-70% of new price (¥600,000-1M)
- Soundproof Performance: D-40-50 level (equivalent to new)
- Features: Good condition units offer same performance as new
- Considerations: Dismantling/transport/reassembly costs ¥300,000-800,000
- Total: ¥900,000-1.8M (unit + dismantling/transport/reassembly costs)
Small Unit Type (1.5-tatami)
- Price: ¥980,000-1.3M
- Manufacturers: Kawai Nasal (¥980,000+), Yamaha Sefine NS (¥1.1M+)
- Soundproof Performance: D-40-50 level
- Suitable Uses: Piano (upright), wind instruments, string instruments, vocal
- Total: ¥1.2-1.5M (unit + delivery/installation costs)
Selection Points for ¥1,000,000 Budget#
- Consider Used Market: Good condition used units offer significant cost savings
- Choose Small Unit Type: 1.5-tatami size available in ¥1M range
- Consider Additional Costs: Calculate total including delivery/installation fees
Considerations for ¥1,000,000 Budget#
- Condition check important for used units
- Small size not suitable for instruments requiring large space
- May exceed budget when including delivery/installation fees
How to Choose a Soundproof Room with ¥2,000,000 Budget#
Types Available with ¥2,000,000 Budget#
With a ¥2,000,000 budget, you can choose professional unit-type soundproof rooms (2-tatami size).
2-Tatami Unit Type
- Price: ¥1.3-1.8M
- Manufacturers: Yamaha Sefine NS (¥1.3-1.6M), Kawai Nasal (¥1.2-1.5M)
- Soundproof Performance: D-40-50 level
- Suitable Uses: Instruments requiring more space, those prioritizing comfort, grand piano compatible
- Total: ¥2.3-2.5M (unit + delivery/installation costs + optional equipment)
2.5-Tatami Unit Type
- Price: ¥1.8-2M
- Suitable Uses: Multiple users, grand piano installation
- Total: ¥2.3-2.5M (unit + delivery/installation costs)
Selection Points for ¥2,000,000 Budget#
- Choose 2-Tatami Size: Good balance between comfort and price
- Compare Manufacturers: Price difference between Yamaha and Kawai
- Consider Optional Equipment: Consider ventilation fan and air conditioning installation
Considerations for ¥2,000,000 Budget#
- May exceed budget when including delivery/installation fees
- Additional costs for optional equipment
- Additional costs may arise depending on installation environment
Budget-Based Selection: Recommended Budget by Use#
Streaming/Telework Use#
- Recommended Budget: Under ¥500,000
- Recommended Products: Danbochi (¥60,000-150,000)
- Reason: D-45 level soundproof performance sufficient for streaming
Piano Practice Use#
- Recommended Budget: ¥1-2M
- Recommended Products: 1.5-2-tatami unit type (¥980,000-1.8M)
- Reason: D-50 level performance needed for upright piano
Wind/String Instrument Practice Use#
- Recommended Budget: ¥1-1.5M
- Recommended Products: 1.5-tatami unit type (¥980,000-1.3M)
- Reason: D-50 level performance sufficient
Drum Practice Use#
- Recommended Budget: ¥4M+
- Recommended Products: On-site soundproof construction (¥4-8M)
- Reason: High soundproof performance (D-65-70) and floating floor essential
Budget-Based Selection: Tips to Reduce Costs#
Used Soundproof Room Utilization#
If you don’t need new, the used market offers attractive options.
- Used Market Price: 40-70% of new price
- Advantages: Significant cost savings
- Considerations: Dismantling/transport/reassembly costs ¥300,000-800,000
Loan and Installment Payment Utilization#
Many use loans or installment payments for expensive soundproof rooms.
- Manufacturer Partner Loans: Interest rate 2-5% annually
- Payment Example: For ¥1.5M soundproof room, 36 payments (3 years) at 3% interest = approximately ¥43,700/month
Subsidy and Grant Utilization#
Some municipalities offer subsidies for soundproof construction.
- Subsidy Amount: 10-30% of construction cost, cap ¥200,000-500,000
- Eligible: Home renovation subsidies, music culture promotion grants
Summary: Key Points for Budget-Based Soundproof Room Selection#
We’ve covered soundproof room selection by budget in detail.
With ¥500,000 budget, you can choose basic soundproof booths. With ¥1,000,000 budget, used soundproof rooms or small unit types are available. With ¥2,000,000 budget, you can select professional unit-type soundproof rooms. The key is choosing the right option for your use and budget.
Always get estimates from multiple companies and compare total costs. It’s important to consider not just base price, but delivery/installation fees, optional costs, and future maintenance costs.
Don’t decide by price alone—evaluate performance, quality, and support comprehensively. Since you’ll use it for a long time, choose something that will provide high satisfaction.
Soundproof rooms are not cheap purchases, but they provide an environment where you can freely engage in activities without worrying about sound—a value that can’t be measured in money. Choose the optimal option for your budget and acquire your ideal soundproof environment.
Price information is as of 2025. Actual prices may vary depending on region, timing, exchange rates, material cost fluctuations, etc. Please contact each manufacturer/sales outlet for accurate pricing.