Moving is an exhausting process anywhere in the world but admittedly, Japan has on some interesting quirks to an already long process. This is a result of Japan having some unique procedures and regulations when it comes to vacating an apartment or house along with what to do when you have to change addresses. So you’ve decided to move. Congratulations! To minimize any headaches and kinks, what you should …

Wondering what the different types of housing options in Japan look like? Here are the top facts you need to know to when looking into Japanese apartments.

“How much money do I need to save to move in with someone?”  “When is a good time to start looking for a place?”  Many couples want to live together but have no idea when to start preparing or how much to set aside for the move.  In this article, we will provide a few tips on how to find a home, what to look out for when making …

When you want to rent an apartment, you may have some questions like “Who should be my guarantor?” or “Are there any alternatives to finding a guarantor?”  When applying to rent an apartment, you will often be asked to provide a guarantor who will pay your rent if you are unable to do so. Many tenants who cannot find a guarantor use guarantor companies.  In this post, we will …