PriceFrom ¥69.8M

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POD

A new style of residential living
from NOT A HOTEL

From ¥69.8M per unit

Owners of the POD can stay at NOT A HOTEL three nights per year

Reserve

The Next Standard for Housing

The POD is a standardized residential unit born from the expertise NOT A HOTEL
has cultivated in architecture, technology, and hospitality.

The design combines aesthetic beauty,
IoT-enabled comfort, and the ability to customize the space to reflect your personal style.

The POD is a new housing option proposed by NOT A HOUSE.

The POD is a standardized residential unit born from the expertise NOT A HOTEL
has cultivated in architecture, technology, and hospitality.

The design combines aesthetic beauty,
IoT-enabled comfort, and the ability to customize the space to reflect your personal style.

The POD is a new housing option proposed by NOT A HOUSE.

The living and dining area

LIVING · DINING

A space where ideal beauty and open space coexistA space where ideal beautyopen space coexist

The living and dining area in the house serves as the heart of daily life. Drawing on the collective expertise of NOT A HOTEL, we have achieved an optimal balance in spatial flow and interior layout. The design maintains a sense of refined beauty, while leaving room for personal customization—the benefits of standardization together with ensuring an individual experience.

Reflect your stylein the living and dining areas

Style 1: Library Wall

This bookshelf extends all the way to the ceiling, serving as a space to showcase your personal style through your favorite

Style 1: Library Wall
The bedroom

BEDROOM

Customizable bedrooms—configure up to three bedroomsCustomizable bedrooms—configure up to three bedrooms

The bedrooms are located on the upper floor, overlooking the open-plan living area. In addition to the standard two-bedroom layout, there are multiple options such as a studio type or a three-bedroom configuration. The space can also be customized to suit your lifestyle—whether by setting up a desk to create a private study or installing an audio system.

The POD facade at dusk

EXTERIOR

From city to nature—a design that blends into the environmentFrom city to nature—a design thatblends into the environment

The POD features a streamlined, linear silhouette that blends seamlessly into urban landscapes and lush natural settings, alike. You can customize the exterior to suit your preferences; a wide range of options is available, covering not only texture and appearance but also material selection tailored to the surrounding environment.

Make the POD reflectyour style

Aluminum panel

The POD is made from a signature material with a minimal gleam, crafted from an aluminum composite panel that is highly rust-resistant and easy to maintain.

Exterior of POD (aluminum)

SMART HOME

Experience NOT A HOTEL’s best-in-classsmart home technology in the POD

Experience the smart home system used at NOT A HOTEL in the POD.From smart locks to automatic lighting and climate control,owners can manage every aspect of the home via a tablet.

Experience the smart home system used at NOT A HOTEL in the POD.From smart locks to automatic lighting and climate control,owners can manage every aspect of the home via a tablet.

POD smart home features controlled from a tablet

OWNER APP

Control your POD with your smartphone

Controlling the POD from a smartphone

Control your POD from anywhere in the world. Turn on the lights and air conditioning before you reach the room, or play your favorite music. Everything can be done with just your smartphone.

Spending time at an infinity pool at dusk
An Exclusive Option for POD OwnersAn Exclusive Option for POD Owners

Spend three nights a year at NOT A HOTEL villasSpend three nights ayear at NOT A HOTEL villas

POD owners have the option to stay at any NOT A HOTEL location across the country for three nights each year. This enables a lifestyle where owners live in the POD but can spend special occasions at a NOT A HOTEL.

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SPEC

Base price (tax included)
From ¥69.8 million per unit
NOT A HOTEL stay benefit
3 nights per year
*Available for ¥16,500 per month (tax included).
Layout
Choose from 3 types
Studio / 2 Bedrooms / 3 Bedrooms
Total area (indoor + terrace)
Approx. 120 m²

FLOOR PLAN

1F floor plan

※Items marked with “*” in the floor plan are optional specifications.

Living room
LIVING

FAQ

What is POD?

POD is a new kind of permanent home from NOT A HOTEL, built on our expertise in design, technology and hospitality. It combines beautiful spaces, smart home comfort and options to make it your own in one thoughtfully designed product. Owners can also add an exclusive plan for stays at NOT A HOTEL.

How does POD differ from NOT A HOTEL?

NOT A HOTEL offers shared ownership of vacation homes. With POD, the permanent home is yours to own and live in every day.

What is the NOT A HOTEL stay plan?

An option exclusive to POD owners. For JPY 16,500 per month (tax included), you can choose from NOT A HOTEL properties across Japan and stay 3 nights every year. Live in POD day to day, and spend special occasions at NOT A HOTEL.

How much does POD cost?

Prices start at JPY 69.8 million per home, including tax and excluding land. Your final price will depend on the site, specifications and options you choose. Utility connections, including water, sewerage and electricity, as well as landscaping and other exterior work, are charged separately.

How do I buy a POD?

Our planned purchase process begins with a pre-order. We will contact you by email or phone in the order pre-orders are received, then discuss the details with you before you sign the purchase agreement.

Where can it be built?

We plan to launch in Japan, initially focusing on Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba and Saitama, with more areas to follow.

What is included as standard?

The kitchen, bathroom, bathroom vanity, toilet and smart home system are included in the base price. Furniture such as dining tables, sofas and beds, and appliances such as refrigerators and washing machines, are optional extras that let you tailor your home to your taste.

What warranty and after-sales support are included?

The home comes with a 10-year warranty on the structure and waterproofing, and two years of complimentary after-sales service from handover. After that, on-site support is available for a fee.

Can I buy a POD if I don’t own land?

Yes. We can help you find a site that suits your needs. The cost of land is separate.

NOT A HOTEL has set out to bringarchitect-designed vacation home experiencesto more people.NOT A HOUSE evolves the home: the most familiar of spaces,and yet one where the right answer is hard to find.From a once-in-a-lifetime purchase to a productyou can choose to suit your lifestyle and life stage.We propose a form of homethat anyone can choose with confidence.

Portrait of Mai Shin

Representative Director & CEO, NOT A HOUSE

Mai Shin

After graduating from the Faculty of Economics at the University of Tokyo, Shin joined Goldman Sachs in 2007. In May 2018, she co-founded GENDA Inc., and served as its Representative Director and President from June 2019 to April 2025. In December 2024, she became an Outside Director of NOT A HOTEL, and in July 2026 she was appointed Representative Director and CEO of NOT A HOUSE.