Skip to content
SUMUIEスムイエ
PropertiesMoving GuideQuiz
Articles
ColumnsContracts & ProceduresMoving InDaily LifeArea & EnvironmentCosts & FinancesSafety & Disaster Prevention
AboutContact Us
JAEN
SUMUIEスムイエ

Search and compare rental properties across Japan.

Navigation

  • Home
  • Properties
  • Moving Guide
  • Move-in cost calculator
  • About
  • Articles
  • Contact Us
  • FAQ

Member menu

  • My page
  • Member sign-up (free)

Company menu

  • List your properties
  • Company admin
  • Company sign-up (free)

Articles

  • Contracts & Procedures
  • Moving In
  • Daily Life
  • Area & Environment
  • Costs & Finances
  • Safety & Disaster Prevention

About us

  • Company
  • Privacy policy
  • Terms of use

Search by area

HokkaidoTohokuKantoChubuKansaiChugokuShikokuKyushu & Okinawa

Popular prefectures

TokyoKanagawaOsakaAichiFukuokaHokkaidoMiyagiHyogoView all areas →

Sister sites

Shueki JPInvestment properties & yield insightsSenkyakuCommercial & retail tenant brokerage

© 2026 SUMUIE. All rights reserved.

HomePropertiesFavoritesContact Us
  1. Home
  2. Columns
Journal

Columns

Helpful information for your apartment search and daily life

All964Contracts & Procedures215Moving In129Daily Life288Area & Environment111Costs & Finances118Safety & Disaster Prevention72
Popular tags#Move-out Restoration#Property Selection#Solo Living#Average Rent#Foreigners#Rental Contracts#Initial Costs#Property Viewing#Rentals#Guarantor Company#Area Selection#Tenant Screening

25–36 of 964

Moving Savings Plan: A Practical Guide to Initial Costs and Household Budget Review
Costs & Finances

Moving Savings Plan: A Practical Guide to Initial Costs and Household Budget Review

Want to move but lack the funds? This article explains concrete moving savings strategies and household budget review techniques to reach your target amount quickly.

2026-07-13
Changing or Terminating Your Joint Guarantor in a Rental Lease — Procedures and Important Considerations
Contracts & Procedures

Changing or Terminating Your Joint Guarantor in a Rental Lease — Procedures and Important Considerations

A guide to changing or terminating your joint guarantor in a rental lease. We explain the procedures for various situations, including when your guarantor ages, your relationship deteriorates, or you're considering switching to a guarantor company.

2026-07-12
Bathroom Heating and Heat Shock Prevention in Rental Properties — Equipment Checks and Daily Prevention Strategies
Daily Life

Bathroom Heating and Heat Shock Prevention in Rental Properties — Equipment Checks and Daily Prevention Strategies

Learn about heat shock, a winter bathing hazard, and the bathroom heating equipment that prevents it. A guide to checking for these features in rental properties and affordable prevention strategies.

2026-07-12
Unfair Clauses in Rental Contracts Can Be Invalidated — Tenant Rights Protected by the Consumer Contract Act
Contracts & Procedures

Unfair Clauses in Rental Contracts Can Be Invalidated — Tenant Rights Protected by the Consumer Contract Act

Did you know that some clauses written in a rental contract can become "invalid"? This guide explains how the Consumer Contract Act protects rental tenants and walks through typical examples of clauses you can challenge.

2026-07-11
NHK Reception Fees for Single-Person Apartment Rentals — Understanding Contract Obligations, Exemption Systems, and Payment Methods
Costs & Finances

NHK Reception Fees for Single-Person Apartment Rentals — Understanding Contract Obligations, Exemption Systems, and Payment Methods

NHK comes collecting fees shortly after you move into a rental. Do you really have to pay? This article clarifies student exemptions and bank transfer discounts, explaining how to minimize your household budget burden.

2026-07-11
Eco-Cute and Electric Water Heaters in Rental Properties — How They Work, How to Use Them, and What to Know About Utility Costs and Precautions
Daily Life

Eco-Cute and Electric Water Heaters in Rental Properties — How They Work, How to Use Them, and What to Know About Utility Costs and Precautions

We explain in detail the features and how to use eco-cute and electric water heaters in rental properties, compare utility costs with gas water heaters, and outline important precautions for daily living.

2026-07-11
Post-Mortem Affairs Delegation Contracts: A Guide for Elderly and Single Renters
Contracts & Procedures

Post-Mortem Affairs Delegation Contracts: A Guide for Elderly and Single Renters

Living alone in a rental apartment, many wonder who will handle the lease cancellation and remaining belongings after their death. This article explains how post-mortem affairs delegation contracts work and clarifies rental-specific issues in an easy-to-understand way.

2026-07-10
Planning Your Move with a Bonus Payment—Avoiding Timing Mismatches and Double Rent Risks
Costs & Finances

Planning Your Move with a Bonus Payment—Avoiding Timing Mismatches and Double Rent Risks

More people are planning moves around bonus payment months. Understand initial cost benchmarks, bonus timing mismatches, and double rent risks to make a smart financial plan.

2026-07-10
Complete Guide to Passing Freelancer Rental Screening | Required Documents and Strategies
howto

Complete Guide to Passing Freelancer Rental Screening | Required Documents and Strategies

Freelancers often face disadvantages in rental screening due to income instability. However, proper preparation and strategic steps can significantly improve your approval rate. This guide covers required documents, how to choose a guarantor company, and essential tips for passing screening.

2026-07-09
Miyazaki City Rental Area Guide [2026 Edition]—Complete Guide to Livability by Area
Area & Environment

Miyazaki City Rental Area Guide [2026 Edition]—Complete Guide to Livability by Area

Comprehensive comparison of rental areas in Miyazaki City. Expert analysis of rent levels, transportation access, and livability in major areas including Tachibana-dori, Oyodo River area, Kiyotake, around Miyazaki Station, and Ikime-dai. A must-read for those considering relocation or living alone.

2026-07-08
Rental Property Re-heating Function Guide: How to Check, Utility Costs, and Repair Responsibilities
Daily Life

Rental Property Re-heating Function Guide: How to Check, Utility Costs, and Repair Responsibilities

A detailed guide to the benefits and selection of rental properties with re-heating functions, their impact on electricity and gas bills, and who pays for repairs.

2026-07-08
Rent Increase Notice Received? Understanding Article 32 of the Lease and House Act and Your Legal Rights
Contracts & Procedures

Rent Increase Notice Received? Understanding Article 32 of the Lease and House Act and Your Legal Rights

Worried about a rent increase notice? This article explains how the right to request rent adjustments under Article 32 of the Lease and House Act works, and the legal procedures you can follow if you don't agree to the increase.

2026-07-07
← Previous1234…81Next →

Categories

  • Contracts & Procedures215
  • Moving In129
  • Daily Life288
  • Area & Environment111
  • Costs & Finances118
  • Safety & Disaster Prevention72

Popular tags

#Move-out Restoration85#Property Selection70#Solo Living67#Average Rent62#Foreigners60#Rental Contracts59#Initial Costs51#Property Viewing50#Rentals47#Guarantor Company36#Area Selection36#Tenant Screening36#Cost Savings32#Moving31#Property Management31#Move-Out Costs30

Columns

  • 床スラブ厚と上階の足音問題——賃貸で「ドン」という衝撃音が響く構造的な理由と物件選びのポイント

  • 前橋・群馬の賃貸エリアガイド【2026年版】——主要エリア別家賃相場と住みやすさを徹底比較

  • Making the Most of Protruding Beams and Columns in Rental Apartments — Smart Furniture Placement Strategies

  • Mito & Ibaraki Rental Area Guide [2026] — Comprehensive Explanation of Rental Rates and Livability by Major Area

  • Uncovering Property Issues by Asking Previous Tenants About Their Departure—Questions to Ask During Viewings and How to Interpret Answers