{"id":60455,"date":"2026-08-03T17:58:25","date_gmt":"2026-08-03T08:58:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/?p=60455"},"modified":"2026-09-18T17:55:30","modified_gmt":"2026-09-18T08:55:30","slug":"finding-an-apartment-in-japan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/finding-an-apartment-in-japan\/","title":{"rendered":"Struggling to Find an Apartment in Japan? Don\u2019t Give Up Yet"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<!-- Apartment Japan \/ Living Tips -->\n<article class=\"apj-tips-page\">\n\n  <!-- Header -->\n  <header class=\"apj-tips-header\">\n    <div class=\"apj-tips-header__copy\">\n      <h2>\n        Struggling to Find an Apartment in Japan?<br>\n        <span>Don\u2019t Give Up Yet<\/span>\n      <\/h2>\n      <p class=\"apj-tips-summary\">\n        Renting a home in Japan as an international resident can be challenging.\n        Here is what makes the process difficult\u2014and how Apartment Japan can help\n        you overcome some of the most common barriers.\n      <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <figure class=\"apj-tips-header__image\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/REPLACE-hero-image.png\" alt=\"International residents searching online for an apartment in Japan\" loading=\"eager\">\n    <\/figure>\n  <\/header>\n\n  <!-- Section 1 -->\n  <section class=\"apj-tips-section apj-tips-section--split\">\n    <div class=\"apj-tips-section__copy\">\n      <div class=\"apj-tips-heading\">\n        <span class=\"apj-tips-number\">1<\/span>\n        <h2>Why Is Renting in Japan So Difficult for International Residents?<\/h2>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <p>Many people are surprised by how different the Japanese rental process can be.<\/p>\n\n      <ul class=\"apj-tips-checklist\">\n        <li>Some landlords do not accept foreign tenants.<\/li>\n        <li>A Japanese guarantor may be required.<\/li>\n        <li>A Japanese bank account or local phone number may be requested.<\/li>\n        <li>Applications and contracts may be available only in Japanese.<\/li>\n        <li>Initial costs and rental conditions can be difficult to understand.<\/li>\n      <\/ul>\n\n      <p>\n        These barriers often make it difficult to find the right home\u2014especially\n        when you are still overseas or have only recently arrived in Japan.\n      <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <figure class=\"apj-tips-side-image\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/shutterstock_2546739907-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"International residents facing challenges while looking for housing in Japan\" loading=\"lazy\">\n    <\/figure>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- Section 2 -->\n  <section class=\"apj-tips-section apj-tips-section--split\">\n    <div class=\"apj-tips-section__copy\">\n      <div class=\"apj-tips-heading\">\n        <span class=\"apj-tips-number\">2<\/span>\n        <h2>Apartment Japan Is Designed for International Residents<\/h2>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <p>\n        Apartment Japan is an online rental platform that helps international residents find and rent apartments in Japan.\n      <\/p>\n      <p>\n        Properties are listed directly by landlords, property management companies, and housing providers in major cities across Japan. All listings are intended for international residents, making it easier to find accommodation that suits your needs.\n      <\/p>\n      <p>\n        You can browse property details, lease terms, and estimated costs in English. Many listings also allow you to apply online, making the rental process more convenient.\n      <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"apj-device-panel\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/REPLACE-apj-screen.jpg\" alt=\"Apartment Japan displayed on a computer screen\" loading=\"lazy\">\n      <p>Browse foreigner-friendly rental homes across Japan.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- Section 3 -->\n  <section class=\"apj-tips-section\">\n    <div class=\"apj-tips-heading\">\n      <span class=\"apj-tips-number\">3<\/span>\n      <h2>Find the Right Home for Your Lifestyle<\/h2>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <p class=\"apj-tips-intro\">\n      Apartment Japan offers different types of homes for different lifestyles,\n      budgets, and lengths of stay.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <div class=\"apj-tips-home-grid\">\n      <article class=\"apj-tips-home-card\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/REPLACE-furnished-studio.jpg\" alt=\"Example furnished studio apartment\" loading=\"lazy\">\n        <div><h3>Furnished Studios<\/h3><p>Move in with essential furniture and appliances already provided.<\/p><\/div>\n      <\/article>\n\n      <article class=\"apj-tips-home-card\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/REPLACE-unfurnished-apartment.jpg\" alt=\"Example unfurnished apartment\" loading=\"lazy\">\n        <div><h3>Unfurnished Apartments<\/h3><p>Create your own comfortable space for a longer stay.<\/p><\/div>\n      <\/article>\n\n      <article class=\"apj-tips-home-card\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/REPLACE-family-home.jpg\" alt=\"Example family home\" loading=\"lazy\">\n        <div><h3>Family Homes<\/h3><p>Explore larger apartments and houses with multiple bedrooms.<\/p><\/div>\n      <\/article>\n\n      <article class=\"apj-tips-home-card\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/REPLACE-shared-residence.jpg\" alt=\"Example shared residence\" loading=\"lazy\">\n        <div><h3>Shared Residences<\/h3><p>Choose a private room with shared facilities and community spaces.<\/p><\/div>\n      <\/article>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- Section 4 -->\n  <section class=\"apj-tips-section apj-barriers-section\">\n    <div class=\"apj-tips-heading apj-tips-heading--small\">\n      <span class=\"apj-tips-number\">4<\/span>\n      <h2>Fewer Barriers, Simpler Procedures<\/h2>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"apj-barriers-box\">\n      <div class=\"apj-barriers-grid\">\n        <div class=\"apj-requirement-panel\">\n          <h3>What you may not need <span>(for many properties)<\/span><\/h3>\n          <div class=\"apj-requirement-grid\">\n            <div 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class=\"apj-requirement-panel apj-requirement-panel--green\">\n          <h3>What you generally need<\/h3>\n          <div class=\"apj-requirement-grid\">\n            <div class=\"apj-requirement-item\">\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Passport.png\" alt=\"Passport\" loading=\"lazy\">\n              <strong>Passport<\/strong>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"apj-requirement-item\">\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Valid-Visa-or-Residence-Status.png\" alt=\"Valid Visa or Residence Status\" loading=\"lazy\">\n              <strong>Valid Visa \/<br>Residence Status<\/strong>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"apj-requirement-item\">\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Credit-Card.png\" alt=\"Credit Card\" loading=\"lazy\">\n              <strong>Credit Card<\/strong>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<br>\n      <p class=\"apj-barriers-note\">Requirements and screening conditions vary by property and housing provider.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- Section 5 -->\n  <section class=\"apj-tips-section apj-overseas-section\">\n    <div class=\"apj-tips-heading apj-tips-heading--small\">\n      <span class=\"apj-tips-number\">5<\/span>\n      <h2>Search and Apply from Overseas<\/h2>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <p class=\"apj-overseas-intro\">For eligible properties, the main procedures can be completed online.<\/p>\n\n    <ol class=\"apj-process-flow\">\n      <li class=\"apj-process-step\"><span class=\"apj-process-number\">1<\/span><div class=\"apj-process-icon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Search.png\" alt=\"Search\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><strong>Search<\/strong><p>Find your ideal home<\/p><\/li>\n      <li class=\"apj-process-step\"><span class=\"apj-process-number\">2<\/span><div class=\"apj-process-icon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Check-Costs.png\" alt=\"Check Costs\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><strong>Check Costs<\/strong><p>Review costs and conditions<\/p><\/li>\n      <li class=\"apj-process-step\"><span class=\"apj-process-number\">3<\/span><div class=\"apj-process-icon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Choose-Move-in-Date.png\" alt=\"Choose-Move-in-Date\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><strong>Choose Move-in Date<\/strong><p>Select your preferred date<\/p><\/li>\n      <li class=\"apj-process-step\"><span class=\"apj-process-number\">4<\/span><div class=\"apj-process-icon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Apply-Online.png\" alt=\"Apply-Online\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><strong>Apply Online<\/strong><p>Submit your application<\/p><\/li>\n      <li class=\"apj-process-step\"><span class=\"apj-process-number\">5<\/span><div class=\"apj-process-icon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Sign-Electronically.png\" alt=\"Sign-Electronically\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><strong>Sign Electronically<\/strong><p>E-sign the contract<\/p><\/li>\n      <li class=\"apj-process-step\"><span class=\"apj-process-number\">6<\/span><div class=\"apj-process-icon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Pay-by-Credit-Card.png\" alt=\"Pay-by-Credit-Card\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><strong>Pay by Credit Card<\/strong><p>Complete payment online<\/p><\/li>\n    <\/ol>\n<br>\n    <p class=\"apj-overseas-note\">This can help you arrange your accommodation before arriving in Japan.<\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- Section 6 -->\n  <section class=\"apj-tips-section 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Apartment Japan was created to make the process clearer and more accessible for international residents.<\/p>\n      <p class=\"apj-tips-emphasis\">Your new home in Japan may be closer than you think.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <figure class=\"apj-tips-closing__image\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/apj\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/REPLACE-final-moving-image.jpg\" alt=\"A person starting a new life in a new home in Japan\" loading=\"lazy\">\n    <\/figure>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- CTA -->\n  <aside class=\"apj-tips-cta\">\n    <div>\n      <h2>Ready to Find Your Home in Japan?<\/h2>\n      <p>Browse foreigner-friendly apartments for rent across Japan.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n   <a href=\"https:\/\/apartment-japan.com\/search\" class=\"apj-tips-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\n  Search Rental Apartments<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u203a<\/span>\n<\/a>\n  <\/aside>\n\n  <p class=\"apj-tips-footer-note\">This article is part of Apartment Japan Living Tips, where we share helpful information for international residents in Japan.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Struggling to Find an Apartment in Japan? 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