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Finding an Apartment<\/h1>\n

Searching for an affordable apartment in Tokyo can be challenging, particularly for those who are new to Japan.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Housing Search Options<\/h2>\n

Science Tokyo students and researchers typically have the following options when searching for an apartment:<\/p>\n

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  1. Visit a real estate agency in the area where you wish to live.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Search apartment listings on the Internet.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Search apartment listings at Science Tokyo Co-op* and contact the agency or landlord in charge.
    When visiting Co-op, bring someone who speaks Japanese with you if you do not speak Japanese well.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    * The relevant Co-ops are located at the following three locations: the first floor of Extracurricular Building 1 on Ookayama Campus, the first floor of the H2 Building (Suzukake Hall) on Yokohama Campus, and the B1 floor of Building 5 on Yushima Campus.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Real estate agencies with English-speaking staff.<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    Balleggs<\/span><\/use><\/svg><\/h3>

    Real estate agency with a branch office near Ookayama Station. Allows searching for properties by area or budget. Has previously signed contracts with Science Tokyo students and researchers.<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div>

    Panet-labo<\/span><\/use><\/svg><\/h3>

    Real estate agency with a branch office near Suzukakedai Station. Handles various properties in the Yokohama area. Has previously signed contracts with Science Tokyo students and researchers.<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div>

    Mizushima Shoji<\/span><\/use><\/svg><\/h3>

    Real estate agency with a branch office near Chuorinkan Station. Has previously signed contracts with Science Tokyo students and researchers.<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n

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    Real estate agency websites and listings in English<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    Able<\/span><\/use><\/svg><\/h3>

    Real estate agency with a branch office near Ookayama Station; accepts inquiries online.<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div>

    SUUMO (Tokyo\/Kanagawa)<\/span><\/use><\/svg><\/h3>

    Provides links to real estate agencies offering services in English; has online forms for submitting inquiries to each agency.<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div>

    Minimini<\/span><\/use><\/svg><\/h3>

    Allows searching for properties by area or nearby station; search results may not always be in English. Recommended branches include the Ichikawa branch for the Konodai Campus area and the Iidabashi branch for the Yushima Campus area.<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div>

    Townhousing Ookayama<\/span><\/use><\/svg><\/h3>

    Real estate agency with a branch office near Ookayama Station; knowledgeable about properties around Ookayama Campus; accepts inquiries online.<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div>

    AghartA Inc.<\/span><\/use><\/svg><\/h3>

    Has a section with many property listings; accepts inquiries online.<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div>

    Live in Japan<\/span><\/use><\/svg><\/h3>

    Provides services in English, Chinese, and Korean; allows for property searches using various criteria.<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div>

    Best Estate<\/span><\/use><\/svg><\/h3>

    Has property listings for Tokyo and Kanagawa in several languages.<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div>

    Nasic<\/span><\/use><\/svg><\/h3>

    Allows searching for properties by area or nearby stations; offers living guides for international students in several languages.<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div>

    GaijinPot<\/span><\/use><\/svg><\/h3>

    Culture and lifestyle site for international residents in Japan; has a section with many property listings.<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n

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    Working with a Real Estate Agency<\/h2>\n

    When visiting a real estate agency, bring someone who speaks Japanese with you if you do not speak Japanese well. Also, dress neatly to make a good impression on the real estate agent and\/or property owner.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Your Housing Requirements<\/h3>\n

    Clearly state your housing requirements, such as rent, closest train station, size, and furnishings. We suggest filling out the following House-Hunting Requirements Checklist and showing it to the real estate agent.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n