Rentals & Student Apartments
A safe, comfortable home
— arranged before you arrive.
We have years of brokerage experience in Japan, our own managed properties and close ties with many management companies. With extensive experience housing foreign residents, we can quickly find properties that accept foreign tenants.
For students, expats and families, our team supports you from online viewing to contract, key handover and utility setup.
Viewing
Rentals in Japan go through real estate agencies. Book viewings of listings you find, or let us search for you. Before arrival, you can view online.
Application
After a viewing, we show the move-in costs. Once you agree, you apply. Try not to cancel after approval, as the management company will already be making arrangements.
Screening
Screening usually takes 1–2 weeks. If you don't pass, you usually won't be told why and will need another property.
Contract & keys
A licensed specialist explains the terms, you sign the contract, then receive your keys and move in.
Can I rent a place I found online?
Not always. Many landlords don't accept foreign tenants, and listings usually don't say so.
We always confirm whether foreigners are accepted, and recommend our own properties first where possible.
How can I pass screening?
Key factors are employer, income, guarantor (usually a guarantor company) and emergency contact. Without a credit history in Japan, workers are judged on employer and income, students on their guarantor and emergency contact.
What should I know about moving in?
1. You can't move in before the contract start date, so plan ahead.
2. Most rentals are unfurnished. Set up electricity, water and gas before you move.
3. Inspect and photograph the room on arrival, and report problems early so you aren't charged when you leave.
Can you help after I arrive?
Yes. Optional services include key-handover support, bank accounts, phone and internet contracts, and ward-office registration.
Key handover
We join you at move-in if your Japanese isn't confident yet.
Bank account
From documents to the bank counter.
Phone & internet
Get connected right away.
Ward office
Resident registration, health insurance and more.
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