Helpful information for your apartment search and daily life
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For foreigners living in Sendai, the largest city in the Tohoku region, we provide detailed information on area characteristics, living convenience, transportation, and daily life tips by neighborhood.
Noise complaints are common in Japanese multi-unit housing. This article provides practical advice—from understanding types and causes of noise, to guidance on where to seek help if you're affected, to soundproofing measures to avoid being a noise source.
Japan experiences frequent earthquakes. This guide explains essential disaster preparedness knowledge for foreigners, including earthquake safety measures in rental properties, preparing emergency supplies, and emergency contact and evacuation procedures.
Japanese rental leases typically run for two years, with fees due at renewal time. This guide explains renewal fee standards, your rights if renewal is denied, how fixed-term leases differ, and other essential knowledge for contract updates.
Finding pet-friendly rentals in Japan's housing market is not straightforward. This guide covers search strategies, key points in the application process, important contract considerations, and risks when moving out.
Compare 1K, 1DK, and 1LDK apartment types at a glance. Learn what K/D/L/S symbols mean, how to convert between tatami and square meters, and how to choose the right floor plan for your lifestyle—whether you're single, a couple, or working from home in a Japanese rental.
Unexpected eviction notices, unfair security deposit deductions, delayed repairs… Learn about tenant rights protected by Japanese law and how to address rental troubles when they arise.
This guide clearly explains everything from the utility connection procedures you'll need right after moving, to Japan's unique fee structures, and practical tips for keeping your monthly utility costs down.
Fire insurance is required when signing a rental contract in Japan. This guide explains what's covered, typical costs, and how to choose your own policy—all in clear language for foreign residents.
Experiencing problems such as "being charged high repair fees" or "receiving little of your security deposit back" at move-out is a particularly common concern among foreign nationals living in Japan. Learn the correct knowledge to prevent these disputes.
Garbage sorting rules vary by municipality, and it's one of the first major challenges for foreigners. From combustible waste to large items, we explain how to dispose of them correctly and the etiquette to prevent neighborhood disputes.
In Japan's rental market, initial costs can amount to several months' rent. We explain the meaning of each cost—security deposits, key money, agency fees, and guarantor fees—and share money-saving tips that work for foreigners too.
