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A complete guide to selecting a rental property, passing lease approval, dividing expenses, and setting up joint finances when moving in together. Even if you're new to cohabitation, this comprehensive resource covers everything from property selection to managing shared expenses after you move.
Compare and simulate single living monthly expenses for 2026 across three cities: Sendai, Tokyo, and Osaka. Detailed breakdown of all categories including rent, food, utilities, transportation, communications, insurance, and entertainment.
We explain furniture layout for studio (one-room) and 1K apartments by room size (6, 8, and 10 tatami mats). We introduce optimal placement of beds, desks, and storage, practical room layout examples, and furniture selection tips for foreign residents arriving in Japan.
A clear explanation of the differences between 1K, 1DK, and 1LDK layouts—apartment types you'll always encounter when searching for rental properties. This guide covers room configuration, size standards, rental price ranges, and detailed recommendations for foreign nationals and those living alone.
Propane gas (LPG) properties can cost 1.5 to 2 times more than city gas. We explain in detail why you should choose city gas when selecting a property, how to calculate the true cost of propane properties, and how to negotiate lower rates.
When retrofitting a smart lock to a rental property, learn whether management company permission is required and what your restoration-to-original-condition obligations are upon move-out. We explain how to obtain permission, recommend products, and highlight practical safety benefits for foreign residents.
A guide to solving slow internet issues with complimentary building internet. We explain speed testing methods, common causes of slowdowns, how to contact your building management, benefits of getting your own fiber connection, and cost comparisons.
Learn how to test-run your air conditioner after moving and before summer, plus how to check for malfunctions, unusual noises, and water leaks. This guide also explains which cleaning tasks tenants can handle themselves and how to determine when to request repairs from your property manager.
Learn the emergency procedures when a water leak or burst pipe occurs in a rental apartment. We explain in detail the immediate emergency measures upon discovery, how to report to the management company, how to approach cost allocation, and emergency contact information for nights and holidays.
A comprehensive guide to disaster preparedness measures you can implement even in rental homes. Covering how to read hazard maps, confirm evacuation routes, prepare emergency evacuation kits, and understand furniture anchoring options—a practical disaster prevention guide for foreign residents and all renters.
Is earthquake insurance necessary for rental apartments? This guide explains how to obtain a disaster certificate, the steps for filing insurance claims, and how earthquake insurance differs from fire insurance—with real-world cost-benefit simulations included.
When moving into a rental property, management companies often require you to purchase their designated insurance. This guide explains whether you can decline this requirement, how to choose a cheaper alternative insurance, and what minimum coverage you need.
