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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026

Karatsu, Japan Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
46
Avg. booking lead time
39 days
Listings showing a permit
98%
Peak revenue month
August
Lowest revenue month
June

The short answer

Karatsu Airbnb Market at a Glance

Rates and bookings both trail the national average. Listings averaged ¥21,415 a night and were booked on 33% of available nights, against ¥30,600 and 49% for the national average.

August, usually the best month, brings in about 62% more per listing than June, usually the slowest. With only 46 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.

AirROI tracked 46 active listings in Karatsu. From a year earlier, the number of active listings grew 39%.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Karatsu?

Gross bookings per Karatsu listing averaged ¥2,069,924 over the 12 months to October 2026 (Japan average: ¥4,522,153), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

In a typical year, the average Karatsu listing brings in ¥317,000 in August, its best month, and ¥196,000 in June, its slowest. October runs within 3% of June, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 30% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.

In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 4.1 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn ¥586,000+ a month, about 4.6 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn ¥287,000 or more, roughly ¥160,000 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about ¥128,000 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn ¥69,200 or less, about 54% of the median.

These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.

August earns about 1.6 times what June does

Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ¥246,000. Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.

Karatsu Airbnb Data by Month

Latest 12 months in the October 2026 data. October's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to September.

August 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in November 2025.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Karatsu, Oct 2025 to Sep 2026
MonthAvg. RevenueOccupancyAvg. Nightly RateRevPARBooking Lead TimeAvg. Length of Stay
Oct 2025¥214,72036.1%¥20,436¥6,92651 days2 nights
Nov 2025¥313,42044.9%¥20,208¥10,44765 days2.9 nights
Dec 2025¥232,26432.7%¥19,848¥7,49237 days2.2 nights
Jan 2026¥159,55323.8%¥19,564¥5,14749 days2 nights
Feb 2026¥205,69334.0%¥19,630¥7,34627 days2.3 nights
Mar 2026¥235,14030.3%¥19,655¥7,58534 days2.1 nights
Apr 2026¥187,18133.9%¥20,386¥6,23937 days2.9 nights
May 2026¥233,00336.1%¥20,530¥7,51636 days2.3 nights
Jun 2026¥218,14633.0%¥20,910¥7,27237 days3 nights
Jul 2026¥215,34035.3%¥21,962¥6,94644 days3.3 nights
Aug 2026¥318,90443.2%¥22,818¥10,28736 days2.4 nights
Sep 2026¥262,00739.6%¥21,896¥8,73435 days1.8 nights

Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.

These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Karatsu home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Karatsu Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Karatsu Airbnb took in ¥2,069,924 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about ¥119,000 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about ¥270,000 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the ¥101,000 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about ¥127,000 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about ¥103,000 a month.

These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any building or condo fees.

Karatsu Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year

A year of income, running costs and what is left for housing costs for an average and a top-quarter Karatsu Airbnb
LineAverage listingTop-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookings¥1,968,924¥4,415,000
Cleaning fees guests pay5% of Karatsu bookings¥101,000¥227,000
Gross bookings¥2,069,924¥4,642,000
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 93% of Karatsu listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−¥304,000−¥682,000
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; ¥0 if you clean yourself−¥101,000−¥227,000
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−¥103,000−¥232,000
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−¥41,000−¥93,000
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−¥62,000−¥139,000
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−¥21,000−¥21,000
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−¥10,000−¥10,000
Management¥0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings¥0¥0
Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free¥0¥0
Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on¥0¥0
Total running costsAbout 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−¥642,000−¥1,404,000
Left for housing costs, then profit¥1,427,924about ¥119,000 a month¥3,238,000about ¥270,000 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo feesDepend on the home

Estimate Your Own Karatsu Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Karatsu's average listing, run by its owner. Change how the listing performs, who runs it and who cleans to see what is left for the mortgage or rent.

To work out the profit on one Karatsu home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.

How Karatsu's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Karatsu listings are booked on 51% or more of their nights, against 31% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of ¥14,500 adds about ¥145,000 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge ¥28,800 a night or more, against a median of ¥14,500. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about ¥197,000 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, August brings the average listing about ¥317,000, against ¥196,000 in June, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Karatsu listings average 4.82 stars, and 39% carry Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge, which guests can filter for.

What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about ¥387,000 a month, against ¥172,000 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Karatsu?

Karatsu listings were booked on 33% of the nights they were open over the past year, 16 percentage points below the Japan average (49%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 42% in November and falls to 29% in January.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.8 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 70%+ of open nights, 39 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 51% or more, roughly four nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 31% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 15% or less, under two nights a week.

November is usually the busiest month in Karatsu, January the quietest

Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026

The 12-month rate of 33% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.

Nightly rates

How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Karatsu?

The average nightly rate in Karatsu, known as ADR (average daily rate), was ¥21,415 over the past year, about 30% below the Japan average of ¥30,600. In a typical year, rates peak in August at about ¥22,000 and bottom out in October and December at about ¥18,200.

Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 5.2 times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge ¥41,100+ a night, about 2.8 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge ¥28,800 or more, about ¥14,000 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about ¥14,500 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge ¥7,865 or less, about 54% of the median.

August rates run 21% above October's

Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ¥20,000. The 12-month ADR of ¥21,415 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.

What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Karatsu?

RevPAR, or revenue per available night, divides a listing's income by every night it was open to book, so it rises with both price and bookings. In Karatsu it averaged ¥6,930 over the past year, from about ¥6,490 in a typical October to about ¥10,200 in a typical August.

A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn ¥17,200+ per open night, about 4.2 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn ¥8,260 or more, about ¥4,200 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about ¥4,080 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn ¥2,310 or less, about 57% of the median.

August RevPAR is about 1.6 times October's

Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ¥8,100. The 12-month RevPAR of ¥6,930 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Karatsu

With only 46 active listings, the monthly pattern in Karatsu is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in August and bottom out in June.

Average revenue by month in Karatsu

Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years

The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, ¥246,000.

Revenue by month in Karatsu in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Karatsu, by calendar month
MonthRevenue per listing
January¥223,000
February¥282,000
March¥285,000
April¥238,000
May¥231,000
June¥196,000
July¥225,000
August¥317,000
September¥246,000
October¥201,000
November¥259,000
December¥247,000

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Karatsu?

Guests book Karatsu stays 39 days ahead on average (about six weeks). November stays are booked furthest out, about 57 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 30 days. A typical November booking is made in mid-September.

November stays are booked furthest ahead

Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026

The 12-month figure of 39 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.

Permits

Airbnb Permits and Registration in Karatsu

98% of the 46 active listings in Karatsu display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.

Registration, permit, zoning and tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Karatsu.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Karatsu

AirROI's area guide picks eight Karatsu neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Nijinomatsubara, Karatsu Castle and Hamatama Hot Springs. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.

Best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Karatsu
AreaWho it suitsLandmarks nearby
NijinomatsubaraFamous for its picturesque pine tree forests along the coastline, Nijinomatsubara offers beautiful views and a tranquil environment. It's popular among tourists for nature walks and photography.Nijinomatsubara Pine Grove, Saga Prefectural Nagoya Castle, Kijima Kogen Park, Kashima Shrine, Karatsu Bay
Karatsu CastleAn iconic symbol of Karatsu with stunning views of the city and bay. The castle attracts visitors interested in Japanese history and culture, making it a great location for Airbnb.Karatsu Castle, Nijinomatsubara, Karatsu Art Museum, Kashima Shrine, Kankakei Gorge
Hamatama Hot SpringsA popular hot spring area, perfect for visitors looking to relax and experience traditional Japanese onsen culture. Attracts guests seeking wellness and leisure.Hamatama Onsen, Shimabara Hot Springs, Katsuura Beach, Sakitsu Beach, Gunkanjima (Battleship Island)
Higashi-Karatsu Station AreaConveniently located near the train station, this area is ideal for travelers looking for accessibility to transportation and nearby attractions.Higashi-Karatsu Station, Karatsu City Museum, Yobuko Tsukiyomi Shrine, Yobuko Morning Market
YobukoA quaint fishing village famous for its fresh seafood and the Yobuko squid. Ideal for food enthusiasts and those looking for a local experience.Yobuko Morning Market, Yobuko Tower, Kagami River, Sakura no Sato Park
JonanA residential area with local charm and proximity to scenic views of the ocean and mountains. Great for guests looking for a quieter stay with a local feel.Jonan Beach, Shiranui Shrine, Karatsu Bay, Sago Valley
Matsubara BeachA scenic beach area known for its beautiful shorelines and watersports, attracting beach lovers and families during the summer season.Matsubara Beach, Sunset Park, Karatsu Fudo Temple, Marine Park
Karatsu WaterfrontAn emerging area for tourism with new developments and waterfront attractions, appealing to visitors wanting modern amenities and beautiful sea views.Karatsu Marina, Seaside Park, Beachfront Markets, Sakata Beach

Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.

Listings

Karatsu Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Karatsu is a room-rental market as much as a whole-home one: private rooms account for 63% of listings, against 37% for entire homes. Houses are the most common property type at 57%, about 1.7 times the share of hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs (33%).

Private rooms are a large share of supply

Karatsu Airbnb listings by room type

  • Private room 63%
  • Entire home 37%
Room types in numbers
Karatsu Airbnb listings by room type
Room typeShare of listingsListings
Private room63.0%29
Entire home37.0%17

Listings by property type

Karatsu Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 57%
  • Hotel/Boutique 33%
  • Cabin/Outdoor 7%
  • Unique stay 2%
  • Apartment/Condo 2%
Property types in numbers
Karatsu Airbnb listings by property type
Property typeShare of listingsListings
House56.5%26
Hotel/Boutique32.6%15
Cabin/Outdoor6.5%3
Unique stay2.2%1
Apartment/Condo2.2%1

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Karatsu Have?

The most common size among Karatsu's 17 entire homes with a bedroom count is three bedrooms (7 homes).

Karatsu entire homes by number of bedrooms

Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file

Bedroom counts in numbers
Karatsu entire homes by number of bedrooms
BedroomsShare of entire homes with a bedroom countEntire homes
1 bedroom23.5%4
2 bedrooms29.4%5
3 bedrooms41.2%7
4 bedrooms5.9%1

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Karatsu Sleep?

Karatsu is a group-trip market: 33% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 1.6 times the share of the next most common size, two guests (21%). Shares are of the 24 listings with a guest capacity on file (52% of the market).

Karatsu listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file

Guest capacity in numbers
Karatsu listings by guest capacity
Guest capacityShare of listings with a capacity on fileListings
2 guests20.8%5
3 guests4.2%1
4 guests12.5%3
5 guests12.5%3
6 guests16.7%4
8+ guests33.3%8

How Karatsu Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Karatsu hosts set up an average of 3.6 beds per listing, roughly two for every bedroom. About a third of listings (33%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
27
Beds per listing
3.6
Show exact location
33%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Karatsu Offer?

Free on-site parking is close to standard in Karatsu: 80% of listings offer it.

Share of Karatsu listings with each common amenity

  • Air conditioning Nearly all
  • Smoke alarm 98%
  • Wifi 98%
  • Hair dryer 93%
  • Shampoo 89%
  • Heating 87%
  • TV 83%
  • Free parking on premises 80%
  • Fire extinguisher 76%
  • Kitchen 74%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Karatsu?

Karatsu runs on foreign visitors: three-quarters of guests who left reviews live outside Japan. South Korea sends the most guests from abroad, with 14% of reviewers, ahead of the United States at 9%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 40%, followed by Japanese and Chinese.

74% of Karatsu guests come from abroad

Where guests who left reviews live

  • International 74%
  • Domestic 26%

Where Karatsu guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Paris 6%
  • Seoul 5%
  • Fukuoka 4%
  • London 3%
  • Taipei 3%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Karatsu guests come from: top cities
Origin cityShare of guests
Paris5.8%
Seoul5.1%
Fukuoka3.6%
London2.9%
Taipei2.9%

Where Karatsu guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Japan 26%
  • South Korea 14%
  • United States 9%
  • Taiwan 9%
  • France 7%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Karatsu guests come from: top countries
Origin countryShare of guests
Japan25.6%
South Korea13.6%
United States9.1%
Taiwan8.5%
France7.4%

Languages spoken by Karatsu guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 40%
  • Japanese 15%
  • Chinese 9%
  • French 9%
  • Korean 7%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Karatsu guests
LanguageShare of guests
English39.8%
Japanese15.2%
Chinese9.5%
French9.5%
Korean6.6%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Karatsu?

Karatsu Airbnbs average 4.82 stars, and 39% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.73.

Communication scores highest in Karatsu; value is lowest

Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0

  • Accuracy 4.81
  • Cleanliness 4.76
  • Communication 4.84
  • Location 4.77
  • Check-in 4.79
  • Value 4.73
Category scores in numbers
Karatsu guest ratings by category
CategoryAverage rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.81
Cleanliness4.76
Communication4.84
Location4.77
Check-in4.79
Value4.73

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Karatsu: Stays, Rules and Fees

About nine in ten Karatsu listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 11% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 39% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Karatsu listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 54%
  • 181-270 days 35%
  • 91-180 days 9%
  • 31-90 days 2%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Karatsu listings are open to guests
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days54.3%25
181-270 days34.8%16
91-180 days8.7%4
31-90 days2.2%1

Days a year Karatsu listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 2%
  • 181-270 days 9%
  • 91-180 days 35%
  • 31-90 days 39%
  • 1-30 days 15%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Karatsu listings are booked or blocked
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days2.2%1
181-270 days8.7%4
91-180 days34.8%16
31-90 days39.1%18
1-30 days15.2%7

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Karatsu?

The average Karatsu booking lasts 2.5 nights, longest in April and shortest in October. Listings took about 19 bookings each over the year. Nearly half of listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m.; check-out is split almost evenly between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Average length of stay by month in Karatsu

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Karatsu Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

All listings in Karatsu accept stays of one or two nights.

Minimum stay set by Karatsu listings

Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more

  • 1 Night 98% 45 listings
  • 2 Nights 2% 1 listing

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Karatsu?

Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Karatsu, used by 28% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: 54% of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 43% on Flexible or Moderate.

Cancellation policies of Karatsu listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 20% 9 listings
  • Moderate 24% 11 listings
  • Limited 2% 1 listing
  • Firm 28% 13 listings
  • Strict 26% 12 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Karatsu?

More than a third of Karatsu listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about ¥2,831. Spread over the average stay of 2.5 nights, that adds roughly ¥1,140 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 5% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
¥2,831
Average cleaning fee
¥3,499
Listings charging a fee
34.8%
Share of gross revenue
4.9%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Karatsu

The top-grossing Airbnb in Karatsu, a three-bedroom home, took in ¥12,300,000 over the past year, about 5.9 times the city's average of ¥2,070,000.

Sorazuki | Luxury Villa Limited to One Group per Day | Private | Sky Terrace | Sauna, Open-Air… Sorazuki | Luxury Villa Limited to One Group per Day | Private | Sky Terrace | Sauna, Open-Air… Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.91
Revenue
¥12.3M
Occupancy
39.4%
Daily rate
¥90,485
1 group per day/Nijii-no-Matsubara/Sea/Shopping center/2-minute walk from the… 1 group per day/Nijii-no-Matsubara/Sea/Shopping center/2-minute walk from the… Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 5.00
Revenue
¥6.4M
Occupancy
64.1%
Daily rate
¥23,050
STAY in KARATSU(for exclusive use by charter) STAY in KARATSU(for exclusive use by charter) Private room · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.86
Revenue
¥6.3M
Occupancy
46.2%
Daily rate
¥34,070
Experience a soothing sauna and a semi-open-air bath at the "SORA Sea Terrace" overlooking the sea. Experience a soothing sauna and a semi-open-air bath at the "SORA Sea Terrace" overlooking the sea. Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
¥6.1M
Occupancy
26.3%
Daily rate
¥91,102
Opened in July 2021! A 100-year-old private house in the alley of Yobuko Port Town. Nearby is also… Opened in July 2021! A 100-year-old private house in the alley of Yobuko Port Town. Nearby is also… Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.89
Revenue
¥6.1M
Occupancy
70.6%
Daily rate
¥22,546
Karatsu Beach House: A house with a view of the sea! Right next to the beach! Parking for 4-5 cars! Karatsu Beach House: A house with a view of the sea! Right next to the beach! Parking for 4-5 cars! Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.79
Revenue
¥5.7M
Occupancy
39.9%
Daily rate
¥38,588

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Karatsu?

Fewer than 1% of Karatsu listings are classed as professionally managed. Superhosts run 48% of listings. Six in ten listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 93% of listings.

Superhosts
47.8%
Professional management
0.0%
Cohosted listings
8.7%
Instant Book enabled
60.9%
Simplified Pricing
93.5%

Nearby markets

Karatsu vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 50 km, Chuo Ward (40 km away, 83 listings) earned the most per listing, about three times as much as Karatsu.

Airbnb markets near Karatsu: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
MarketListingsAvg. annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
Itoshima 18 km109¥5,070,655¥37,78845%
Saga 34 km33¥2,211,778¥24,40334%
Chuo Ward 40 km83¥6,322,397¥30,09865%
Sasebo 40 km48¥2,787,013¥28,21135%
Fukuoka 41 km1,823¥4,195,694¥24,34852%
Hakata Ward 42 km128¥3,979,155¥24,06952%
Kasuga 44 km36¥3,746,105¥17,25962%
Dazaifu 50 km62¥4,477,493¥25,41748%

Markets Similar to Karatsu

Markets elsewhere in Japan with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Karatsu:

FAQ

Karatsu Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Karatsu?

An active Karatsu Airbnb grossed ¥2,069,924 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 46 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in ¥287,000 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Karatsu?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Karatsu listings earn between ¥69,200 and ¥287,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth ¥586,000 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.

What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Karatsu?

Listings in Karatsu were booked on 33% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 49% for the national average. November is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Karatsu?

The average booked night in Karatsu cost ¥21,415 before fees. Half of listings charge between ¥7,865 and ¥28,800, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Karatsu?

In Karatsu, 98% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what the rules allow, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.

Is Airbnb profitable in Karatsu?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Karatsu Airbnb grossed ¥2,069,924 in the 12 months to October 2026, 54% below the national average of ¥4,522,153. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, ¥1,427,924 a year (about ¥119,000 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about ¥270,000 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Karatsu?

August usually pays best, averaging ¥317,000 per active listing over the past two years, and June usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Karatsu?

Each night a Karatsu listing was open to book earned ¥6,930 on average over the past year, booked or not. That figure, revenue per available night (RevPAR), folds price and occupancy into one number; the top 10% of listings made ¥17,200 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Karatsu?

Karatsu stays were booked 39 days (about six weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.

How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Karatsu?

The average Karatsu Airbnb stay lasted 2.5 nights over the past year. A listing took 19 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Karatsu rated?

Guests rate Karatsu Airbnbs 4.82 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Karatsu?

Nijinomatsubara, Karatsu Castle and Hamatama Hot Springs draw the most short-term rental interest in Karatsu. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Karatsu?

AirROI counted 46 active Airbnb listings in Karatsu as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Itoshima, 18 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Karatsu?

In Karatsu, more than a third of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about ¥2,831.

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About This Data

Figures on this page cover 46 active Airbnb listings in Karatsu from November 2025 to October 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. AirROI measures bookings in US dollars; this page shows them in Japanese yen at ¥157 per US$, the typical rate from November 2025 to October 2026. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.

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