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作为外国人如何在日本寻找和租住公寓,包括保证人要求。

⏱️所需时间: 1–4 weeks to find and sign
💴费用: ¥200,000–¥400,000 initial costs (Tokyo)
📍地点: Real estate agency or online portal
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⚠️注意

  • Key money (礼金) is non-refundable — negotiate to waive it if possible.
  • Some landlords still refuse foreigners outright — use foreigner-specialist agencies.
  • Renewing a fixed-term lease (定期借家) requires re-signing the full contract.

📋Step-by-Step Guide

1

Search for foreigner-friendly properties

Use SUUMO, Homes.co.jp, or foreigner-specialist agencies. Look for properties marked 外国人可 (foreigners accepted). Sakura House and similar share houses offer hassle-free options.

2

Prepare your documents

Gather your residence card, passport, employment contract or certificate of enrollment, income proof, and contact details of a Japanese guarantor (if required).

3

Find a guarantor or use a guarantor company

Most rentals require a guarantor (保証人). If you don't have a Japanese acquaintance, use a guarantor company (保証会社) — most property management companies work with them.

💡 小贴士: Companies like SMBC, Orico, and others offer guarantor services for foreigners.
4

Sign the lease agreement

Review the contract carefully. Key costs: first month's rent + 1 month deposit (敷金) + 1 month key money (礼金) + agency fee (仲介手数料).

5

Set up utilities (electricity, gas, water)

Contact Tokyo Electric (TEPCO), Tokyo Gas, and your local water authority. Most allow phone or online registration. Request English support if available.

6

Update your address at city hall

Within 14 days of moving, update your address at the local city hall and update your residence card.

💡Helpful Tips

  • Share houses (like Sakura House) are great for new arrivals — no guarantor, low deposits.
  • Monthly mansions (マンスリーマンション) offer furnished short-term rentals while you search.
  • Always request a bilingual lease contract if available.
  • Check if air conditioning, washing machine hookups, and internet lines are included.

📄所需材料

Residence card (在留カード)
必须
Passport
必须
Employment certificate or enrollment certificate
必须
Recent pay stubs or income proof
必须
Guarantor information

Or guarantor company contract

可选
Bank account details

For rent payment setup

可选
Emergency contact in Japan

Some landlords require this

可选
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