Weekly Soundproofing News Japan: Market Trends & Products

The soundproofing industry in Japan is rapidly evolving across various sectors. This weekly roundup covers the most noteworthy soundproofing-related news, trends, and product information from industry developments to individual solutions.

This article presents 7 major soundproofing industry news items from the week of December 2, 2025, organized into three categories: market trends, product solutions, and renovation cases.

🌍 Market Trends

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1. Soundproof Paint Market Accelerating (9.9% CAGR Growth 2025-2032)

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Source: Insights on Soundproof Paint Market 2025-2032

The soundproof paint market is projected to expand at a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 9.9% from 2025 to 2032.

Application Segmentation

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Key Points

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Regional Market Dynamics:

• North America Hot Market: High awareness, accelerating adoption
• Emerging Market Expansion: Demand growth in India, Indonesia to support urbanization

Major Players:

• AkzoNobel (significant international influence)
• ISONEM
• Stp-Atlantic
• Silk Decor
• Tonita
• Forgreener Acoustics
• WEIPU JISHU
• DUZIPENG

Impact of Soundproof Paint on Architecture

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Expected to protect building interiors from urban traffic and noise, soundproof rentals may become standard.

A new rental selection criterion “Does the exterior use soundproof paint?” may emerge.

Real estate advertisements may soon feature “soundproof paint used” as a selling point in Japan and beyond.

🛠️ Product & Solution Trends

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2. METADOX Soundproof Mask: Solution for Late-Night Gaming?

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Source: METADOX - Because Gaming Silently Isn’t Fun

A soundproof mask achieving up to -30dB noise reduction is gaining attention.

Features

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Noise Reduction:

• Maximum -30dB (suppresses voice during late-night game streaming)
• Loud shouts become “normal conversation” level to neighbors

Voice Chat Compatible:

• Noise processing technology reproduces natural voice tone even when wearing the mask
• Compatible with Discord, TeamSpeak, Zoom, and other voice chat apps

Price & Sizing:

• Price: ¥27,500 (~$183)
• Size options: S/M, L/XL (fitting test recommended)

Target Users

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Recommended for:

• Late-night gamers causing disturbance to family
• Streamers focusing on audio rather than face-cam streaming
• Heavy online game voice chat users

Note:

If face-cam streaming is your main purpose, consider a soundproof booth instead. METADOX covers the face, making it unsuitable for face-cam content.

Evaluation: Revolutionary for Late-Night Gamers

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For those facing the dilemma “want to speak but can’t” during late-night voice chat, METADOX is revolutionary.

This product addresses a niche but definite need for those not ready to invest in a full soundproof booth but wanting to moderate their voice.

3. Yamaha Soundproof Booth Rental “MC Plan” from ¥12,760/Month

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Source: New Plan for Affordable Soundproof Booth Rental

Yamaha’s soundproof booth rental service has added a new “MC Plan.”

Pricing Structure

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Note: 1 tatami ≈ 1.65 sqm / 17.8 sqft

Important Information

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Rental Terms:

• Minimum rental period: 15 months (important!)
• Initial registration fee: ¥2,200 (~$15)
• Delivery & assembly: Included in rental fee

Equipment Specifications:

• Sound isolation: Dr-35
• LED lighting
• Ventilation fan
• Acoustic panels
• 2 power outlets
• Cable pass-through

Considerations

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With a 15-month minimum, comparing the 15-month total to outright purchase prices (like Cefine NS) is essential.

0.8 tatami 15-month total:

• ¥12,760 × 15 months = ¥191,400
• Initial registration ¥2,200
• Total: ¥193,600 (~$1,291)

Purchase Comparison:

• Yamaha Cefine NS 0.8 tatami: ¥500,000 ($3,333)
• Kawai Nasal 0.8 tatami: ¥400,000 ($2,667)

For example, if aiming for streaming success: This rental could serve as a one-year trial period to test your commitment.

If streaming gains traction, transitioning to an owned soundproof booth is a viable strategy.

4. Komeri’s Wood-Grain Sound Absorption Panels: Stylish Soundproofing

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Source: Komeri Launches Wood-Grain Sound Absorption Panels

Sound absorption panels targeting the DIY market have launched in Japan.

Specifications

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Size & Design:

• Dimensions: 300mm width × 1200mm length × 18mm thickness (11.8" × 47.2" × 0.7")
• Design: Wood-grain finish (high interior design value)

Applications:

• Desk background
• Wall decoration
• Office partitions

Usage Tips

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Excellent Size Design:

• Two panels vertically connected fit perfectly on a 2400mm (94.5") ceiling height wall (standard Japanese construction)
• DIY-friendly dimensions

Limitations for Streaming:

• Good appearance, but may be too prominent as a streaming background
• Wood grain pattern stands out, may dominate video background

Office/Studio Optimal:

• Acoustic performance + interior design for workspace quality enhancement
• Perfect for stylish home offices

Evaluation: Balancing Aesthetics and Acoustics

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Traditional sound absorption panels prioritized function over design, often appearing industrial. This product balances interior aesthetics with acoustic performance.

For DIY enthusiasts, this expands accessible sound absorption panel options.

🏗️ Renovation & Implementation Cases

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5. Underground Parking to Soundproof Office: Rent Revenue 6x Increase

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Source: Underground Parking to Soundproof Office, Revenue 6x

A case of converting urban station-area underground parking into a new business model is attracting attention.

Background

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Station-Area Parking Decline:

• Increasing trend of driving to large stores, reducing station-area parking use
• Challenging operations as parking facilities
• Renovation anticipating new demand converted parking to soundproof office

Business Model Advantages

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Location Utilization:

• Immediately adjacent to train stations
• High convenience
• Inherent soundproofing from underground location

Use Cases:

• Shared offices
• Rental spaces
• Streaming booths

Operating System:

• Operating until near last train (addressing nighttime use needs)
• Electronic locks + unmanned system (efficiency)

Revenue Increased 6x:

• Parking: ¥10,000 (~$67)/month per space
• Soundproof office: ¥60,000 (~$400)/month per room (same space as one parking spot)

Business Insight

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This model has potential to create new economic zones in regional city station areas.

In an era of parking oversupply, conversion to soundproof offices is a promising solution.

Applicability:

• Station-area parking in regional cities
• Parking at suburban large commercial facilities
• Unused underground spaces

A noteworthy new business model leveraging soundproofing and location.

6. MUSISION Soundproof Rentals Achieve 99.3% Occupancy

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Source: 24-Hour Playable Soundproof Rental Apartments MUSISION

MUSISION, operating soundproof rentals in Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, and Chiba, is achieving exceptional occupancy rates.

Performance

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Business Scale:

• Portfolio: 41 buildings / 828 units
• Average occupancy (2024): 99.3%
• Waitlist registrations: Over 10,000 people (!)

Analysis Points

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Proof that soundproof rental demand is extremely high.

What 99.3% Occupancy Indicates:

• High evaluation from musicians and music enthusiasts
• Strong need for 24-hour playable spaces
• Waitlist of 10,000 suggests supply shortage

Soundproof Rental Features:

• High occupancy despite 30%+ premium over standard rentals
• Specialized construction with double glazing and floating floors
• Post-move sound measurement support by music-trained staff

Business Opportunity

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Market Growth Potential:

• Soundproof rental needs expected to explosively increase in urban areas
• Soundproofing renovations of existing properties promising for ROI
• New user segments: streamers, VTubers, remote workers

Investment Perspective:

• High occupancy (95%+)
• High rent (1.5x standard rentals)
• Long contracts (average 3-5 years residence)
• Market growth (15-20% annually)

Soundproof rentals may attract increasing attention as a new real estate investment genre in Japan.

7. iwasemi™ Outdoor Ventilated Soundproofing Device Launched

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Source: Solving Low-Frequency Noise Issues at Outdoor Concert Venues with “Structure”

New materials and structures achieving both ventilation and sound isolation have been developed.

Features

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Technological Innovation:

• Sound isolation: Effectively reduces even low-frequency noise
• Ventilation: Overcomes traditional soundproofing material weakness (poor ventilation)
• Use location: Usable outdoors

Application Potential

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Potential to Exceed Traditional Soundproof Booth Concepts:

Outdoor Concert Venue Noise Control:

• Concert venues near residential areas
• Outdoor festivals
• Open-air event spaces

Open-Concept Soundproof Spaces (vs. traditional enclosed):

• Soundproofing while maintaining ventilation
• Sound-isolated spaces with open feeling
• Comfortable use even in summer

Premium Lounge Applications:

• Acoustic performance + openness
• Restaurant/café soundproofing
• Open office meeting spaces

Insight

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The “soundproofing = enclosed” paradigm is shifting.

Technology achieving sound isolation while maintaining ventilation enables soundproofing in more scenarios and use cases.

Future Development Predictions:

• Changing concept of soundproof booths
• Reduced outdoor event constraints
• Contributing to urban noise problem solutions

If this technology proliferates, soundproof booth applications could significantly expand.

📊 Soundproofing Industry Trends from This Week’s News

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Major Movements

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1. Rapid Market Growth:

• Soundproof paint 9.9% CAGR
• Building/residential applications most promising
• Emerging market expansion

2. Consumer Segment Diversification:

• Diversifying soundproofing needs: gamers, musicians, remote workers
• Soundproof masks for late-night gamers
• Rental soundproof booths for streamers

3. Explosive Soundproof Rental Demand:

• MUSISION’s 10,000-person waitlist suggests supply shortage
• 99.3% occupancy is exceptionally high
• Emerging as new real estate investment genre

4. Technological Innovation:

• Ventilation + sound isolation (iwasemi™)
• Noise processing in soundproof masks
• Next-gen AI/IoT integrated soundproof booths (future)

5. Urban Revitalization Solutions:

• Effective use of underground parking
• Creating new station-area economic zones
• Soundproofing renovations of vacant properties

Key Observation

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Soundproofing is shifting from “blocking sound” to “optimizing acoustic environment” is an important recognition.

What is Acoustic Environment Optimization:

• Preserving necessary sounds, reducing unnecessary ones
• Balancing ventilation and sound isolation
• User experience-focused design

🎯 Lessons from This Week’s News

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Summary: Soundproofing Industry Rapidly Maturing with Supply Shortage, Innovation, and Diverse Demand

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The soundproofing industry is rapidly maturing through supply shortage + technological innovation + diverse demand.

Key Points from This Week’s News:

1. Definite market growth (soundproof paint 9.9%, soundproof rentals 15-20% growth)
2. Diversifying individual solutions (soundproof masks, rental booths, etc.)
3. Evident supply shortage (MUSISION 10,000-person waitlist)
4. Accelerating technological innovation (ventilation + isolation, AI/IoT integration)
5. New real estate investment genre (parking conversions, high ROI soundproof rentals)

The entire industry is shifting from “eliminating sound as bad” to “designing acoustic environments,” and this trend will likely accelerate.

For those considering soundproofing-related businesses, investments, or personal adoption, now is the optimal timing in the Japanese market.

Next week, we’ll bring you the latest soundproofing industry news.

Related Articles

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• Deep Dive into Soundproof Paint
• Soundproof Mask Review & Comparison
• Yamaha Soundproof Booth Rental Detailed Guide
• MUSISION Soundproof Rental Review: Japan’s 99.3% Occupancy
• DIY Sound Absorption Panel Installation Methods
• Underground Parking to Soundproof Office Conversion Case Study