If you’re reading this article, then it is likely you are moving to Japan. Perhaps you are wrestling with the idea of furnishing a Japanese apartment and are wondering whether to go for the traditional Japanese futon bed or the Western-style. If this is the case – congratulations! The hard work is done, choosing a bed should be the least of your worries. We hope to make your decision …

What is a 2K apartment? Apartments in Japan So, you’re moving to Japan and looking for apartments in Japan. Or you’re here already and looking for different apartments for rent. Anyway, you’ve stumbled across some confusing descriptions – the 1LDK, 1DK, 2K apartment – and decided that it’s time to figure out the Japanese apartment layout. We’re here to help! There is no shortage of apartments for rent due …

Since we’ve all been spending a lot of time in our living spaces, it’s a good idea to make sure we’re getting the most out of the space. Apartments have had to change from already being small multifunctional living and sleeping spaces to now being workspaces too. Although people normally speak of spring cleaning, perhaps this year we might benefit from trying out some new home decorating ideas and …

What Are Bathrooms Like in Japanese Apartments? While apartments in Japan have similar bathrooms to western countries, Japanese bathrooms can have some quirks and interesting differences to those back home! Like many things here, bathrooms in Japan have been designed with careful consideration, and with convenience and practicality in mind. The Japanese bathroom is most commonly separated across two rooms. They will often have one room which is the …