A survey of 180 men and women in the greater Tokyo area, aged 20 and above, conducted in 2019 revealed that 31.1% of them considered a 10-minute walk “close to the station”. Another 25% said that a 5-minute walk was considered “near the station”, whilst 10% said that a 16-minute walk was “within walking distance to the nearest train station”.   In general, respondents of the survey lived an average …

People move and relocate for all kinds of reasons – work, school, family, or even simply a desire for a change of scenery. In Japan, the most common reasons to relocate are either for work or school.   Due to the fiscal and academic year starting in April in Japan, the peak moving season for many in the country are from January to March. September and October are also considered …

One of the main concerns of moving somewhere new is how much it will cost to move out. Many worry that they will be charged a hefty fee for repairs if their apartment has stains or scratches.  As it turns out, tenants do not necessarily have to bear the cost of repairing all stains and scratches. Generally, as long as the damage done is due to normal wear and …

The purpose of a property viewing is to determine whether an apartment you’re curious about is truly a good fit for you. While some cultures may be more open about clearly expressing likes and dislikes, there are many people who feel some level of anxiety about apartment viewings. Worrisome thoughts may include, “I wouldn’t know how to turn down a room if I didn’t like it” or, “What if …