For those renting an apartment for the first time or those moving to Japan from overseas, procedures for renting an apartment …
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Moving in Japan is not simply about packing up your belongings and transporting them. There are several tasks to handle, including …
2025-10-17
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Living alone in Japan can be exciting, but it also comes with a variety of challenges. There are many things you’ll …
2025-10-10
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Many people dream of moving away from their parents and living alone with the freedom to do whatever they want. However, when it comes to en…
2024-10-15
Japan experiences frequent earthquakes, accounting for over 20% of the world’s earthquakes with a magnitude of 6.0 or higher. This high seis…
2024-10-14
Many job seekers may encounter the phrase "corporate housing available" in their search. This typically refers to a system where the company…
2024-10-14
It's fun for couples living separately to have a date in each other's homes. However, it's not uncommon for couples to think, "Since we're a…
2024-10-03
Many people dream of moving out of their parent’s house and becoming independent. You might be thinking, "I’m getting a job soon, so I want …
2024-09-25
Some people may wonder how to make the most of apartments with a loft. Loft apartments are popular in rental properties for single occupants…
2024-09-24
Japan is home to approximately 35,000 rivers (and Village House has over 1,000 properties across the island’s 47 prefectures!), most of whic…
2024-09-19
Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island, is home to many native animals such as the Hokkaido red fox, Hokkaido sika deer, Japanese cranes, and…
2024-09-18
Some people might be thinking, “I want to get a cat when I start living on my own,” but feeling anxious about questions like, “How much will…
2024-09-17
Many people might wonder, "I want to live on my own, but will being a freelance worker impact my chances of passing the rental screening pro…
2024-09-12
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