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 …
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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 …
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People moving to Tokyo (or other cities) are often unfamiliar with the different neighborhoods. They may think it is good enough to have che…
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Some people may consider canceling their rental application for various reasons, such as finding a new property or unavoidable circumstances…
2024-01-22
Many first-timers probably wonder how long the moving process will take or even where to start. It is essential for them to understand the e…
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When searching for a property, search criteria include the floor plan, rent, and surrounding housing environment. Which criteria are importa…
2024-01-18
One thing that most people look for in life is a companion, and pets are great for people looking for a loving partner. Check out our articl…
2024-01-17
If you’re trying to figure out how to do the laundry in Japan, where you can find a laundry service, what 24 hour coin laundry is, or what l…
2024-01-17
Moving is an exhausting process anywhere in the world but admittedly, Japan has on some interesting quirks to an already long process. This …
2024-01-16
Paperwork is an inevitability in Japan, more so when you’re signing a lease to an apartment or house. The process of securing a rental prope…
2024-01-16
When it comes to rental properties in Japan, there are three general classifications: “Apato” – apartments constructed with wood or stee…
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“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 coupl…
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