{"id":687,"date":"2025-12-05T19:24:47","date_gmt":"2025-12-05T19:24:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/919link.com\/?page_id=687"},"modified":"2026-01-06T23:54:58","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T23:54:58","slug":"housing","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/919link.com\/ja\/housing\/","title":{"rendered":"\u4f4f\u5c45\u30fb\u4f4f\u307e\u3044"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Finding a rental in Japan can be tricky as a foreigner, but it is definitely possible! We summarized the essential information for you below and are happy to answer questions or give advice!<\/span><\/p>

Basic requirements<\/b>:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

  • A residence card to prove your VISA<\/span><\/li>
  • Bank account (not necessarily a Japanese one, but it is recommended)<\/span><\/li>
  • Phone number (ideally a Japanese one)<\/span><\/li>
  • Emergency contact (anyone who has residency in Japan)<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

    Apartment hunting:<\/b> Most rentals go through real estate agencies (\u4e0d\u52d5\u7523\u5c4b). Standard contracts last 2 years with the option of renewal in most cases.<\/span><\/p>

    • English-friendly agencies:<\/b> Some agencies offer English speaking services (e.g. Minimini), while other specialize in finding apartments specifically for foreigners (e.g. E-Housing).<\/span><\/li>
    • Initial costs:<\/b> Expect 3\u20136 months\u2019 rent upfront:<\/span>
      • Deposit: 1 month (refundable, cleaning fees will be deducted).<\/span><\/li>
      • Key money (\u201cThank you\u201d money to the landlord): 1 month (non-refundable).<\/span><\/li>
      • Agency fee: 0.5\u20131 month.<\/span><\/li>
      • Guarantor company fee: 0.5\u20131 month (if you don\u2019t have a Japanese guarantor).<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
      • Unfurnished:<\/b> Most apartments come unfurnished. IKEA and Nitori are popular for furniture, while BicCamera or Nojima sell electric appliances. For household appliances, Nitori or 100-yen stores like Daiso are a great option.<\/span><\/li>
      • Furnished\/short-term:<\/b> Sharehouses (e.g., Oakhouse, Sakura House) are great for newcomers \u2014 furnished, low initial fees, flexible contracts, move-in with just your luggage. They are generally a bit on the smaller and pricier side though.<\/span><\/li>
      • Utilities:<\/b> You will have to setup your own utilities. Sometimes, your real estate agency will help you with that.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

        \ud83c\udfd9\ufe0f<\/b> Housing Example: Where to Live in Tokyo<\/b><\/p>

        Depending on where you live, commute times and convenience definitely differ, but those places usually come with a higher price point. There are many quit and budget-friendly options to explore!<\/span><\/p>

        \ud83d\udfe2<\/b> Cheaper Wards Examples (Outer Tokyo)<\/b><\/p>

        • Adachi (\u8db3\u7acb<\/b>\u533a<\/b>):<\/b> From ~\u00a550,000; suburban feel.<\/span><\/li>
        • Katsushika (\u845b\u98fe<\/b>\u533a<\/b>):<\/b> From ~\u00a550,000; local, community-oriented.<\/span><\/li>
        • Edogawa (\u6c5f<\/b>\u6238<\/b>\u5ddd<\/b>\u533a<\/b>):<\/b> From ~\u00a555,000; family-friendly, parks, near Chiba.<\/span><\/li>
        • Nerima (\u7df4\u99ac<\/b>\u533a<\/b>):<\/b> From ~\u00a555,000; suburban, popular with families.<\/span><\/li>
        • Itabashi (\u677f\u6a4b<\/b>\u533a<\/b>):<\/b> From ~\u00a560,000; decent access to central areas.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

          \u23f1\ufe0f<\/span> Commute:<\/span><\/p>

          Lower rent but expect 30\u201360 min commutes to central areas.<\/span><\/p>

          \ud83d\udfe0<\/b> Middle-Range Wards Examples<\/b><\/p>

          • Nakano (\u4e2d\u91ce<\/b>\u533a<\/b>):<\/b> From ~\u00a590,000; youthful, affordable.<\/span><\/li>
          • Suginami (\u6749\u4e26<\/b>\u533a<\/b>):<\/b> From ~\u00a590,000; calm, family-friendly.<\/span><\/li>
          • Toshima (\u8c4a\u5cf6<\/b>\u533a<\/b>):<\/b> From ~\u00a590,000; lively, Ikebukuro area.<\/span><\/li>
          • Setagaya (\u4e16\u7530\u8c37<\/b>\u533a<\/b>):<\/b> From ~\u00a590,000; leafy, family-oriented.<\/span><\/li>
          • Koto (\u6c5f\u6771<\/b>\u533a<\/b>):<\/b> From ~\u00a5100,000; redeveloped bay area.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

            \u23f1\ufe0f<\/span> Commute:<\/span><\/p>

            Averages at about 20min to central areas.<\/span><\/p>

            \ud83d\udd34<\/b> Expensive Wards Examples (Central Tokyo)<\/b><\/p>

            • Minato (\u6e2f<\/b>\u533a<\/b>):<\/b> From ~\u00a5120,000; expat hub, embassies, luxury apartments.<\/span><\/li>
            • Shibuya (<\/b>\u6e0b<\/b>\u8c37<\/b>\u533a<\/b>): <\/b>From<\/span> ~\u00a5110,000; trendy, vibrant.<\/span><\/li>
            • Chiyoda (\u5343\u4ee3\u7530<\/b>\u533a<\/b>):<\/b> From ~\u00a5130,000; political\/financial core.<\/span><\/li>
            • Chuo (\u4e2d\u592e<\/b>\u533a<\/b>):<\/b> From ~\u00a5120,000; Ginza, Nihonbashi, Tsukiji area.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

              \u23f1\ufe0f<\/span> Commute:<\/span><\/p>

              Very short (5-10min) commutes if any, but rents are among the highest in Japan.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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