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Useful Japanese Words and Phrases When Renting an apartment in Japan

Learn the Japanese words and phrases you need when renting an apartment in Japan. This guide will help foreigners understand property terms and communicate smoothly with landlords and real estate agencies.
07.07.2024
PropertyVocabulary
Property

Up-front Costs for Renting an Apartment in Japan

When renting an apartment in Japan, various up-front costs are required, including a security deposit, key money, agency fee and more. Here, we provide details on these move-in costs and their typical amounts.
19.06.2024
Property
Property

Things to Check During a Property Viewing When Renting an apartment in Japan

What are the crucial considerations before renting an apartment in Japan? When inspecting a property, it's important to assess not just the room's condition, but also the surrounding environment and infrastructure.
17.06.2024
Property
Property

Tokyo Neighborhoods: 13 Best Places to Live in Tokyo

Tokyo is a vast city, with neighborhoods that have distinct characteristics and atmospheres. For foreign expats, knowing which place in Tokyo is most suitable for living is important. We will provide not only introductions to residential areas where many foreigners reside but also to neighborhoods chosen by Japanese people in terms of their value for money.
08.03.2024
Property
Procedure

Bank in Japan: A Guide to Opening Your Account and Choosing the Best Bank

Move to Japan? In this guide, you can learn how to open a bank account as a foreigner. From necessary documents to recommended banks, we provide helpful information to facilitate a smooth account opening process.
02.03.2024
Procedure
Utility

Buying a SIM Card in Japan and Accessing Mobile Networks

This article offers comprehensive information necessary for foreigners staying in Japan to smoothly start using the mobile connection, including methods for obtaining SIM cards, comparisons of mobile network operators, and personal experiences.
22.02.2024
Utility
Utility

Utilities in Japan: A Handbook on Using Electricity, Water, and Gas

This guide offers information on the market rates for utilities in Japan, English-friendly service providers, and the steps involved in securing these essential services.
24.01.2024
Utility
Procedure

Procedures for Residents of Japan: 4 obligatory things to do

This article provides information of the 4 obligatory procedures that foreign residents must complete after entering Japan: residence card, resident registration, health insurance, and pension.
15.01.2024
Procedure
Property

Renting an Apartment in Japan | All Steps You Should Do

This article provides essential steps when foreigners rent an apartment in Japan. It covers all the steps necessary from budget planning to moving in.
14.01.2024
Property