
The language barrier you may encounter when finding a rental house/apartment in Japan
The reasons why non-Japanese speaking people can find only a few rental properties in Japan.

Living in Japan: Musician friendly rental houses/apartments
What to know about rental properties, houses, apartments, allowing renters to play the piano and other musical instruments.

Japanese style houses | Washitsu rooms and room size measurement
Rooms in traditional Japanese style are called Washitsu, comprise of Tatami mats spread on the floor and wood fittings that include Shoji and Fusuma.

Living with pets in Japan: Things to know about owning a pet
Having a pet in Japan requires the owner to follow some rules and regulations. Pet owners who rent a pet-friendly property need to know about requirements.

Finding a rental property in Japan | Things to do and know for property viewing
If you look for a rental property in Japan, viewing or ‘Naiken’ is indispensable. The viewing helps you to understand the actual room size and layout as it is hard to grasp the whole picture just from browsing the room plan and photographs.

Tips for finding rental properties in Japan: The reason why applying earlier is the better
Things to know when finding the best rental homes and apartments in Japan, including how to take advantage by applying early.

Living in Japan | How to dispose of household waste – Part 2
Basic information on how to sort/dispose of household waste in Japan.

Living in Japan | How to dispose of household waste – Part 1
Basic information on how to sort/dispose of household waste in Japan.

Real Estate in Tokyo | An apartment & house in Japan: Equipment and furniture
Necessary information for Real Estate in tokyo and checklist to find a rental housing/apartment that better fits your requirements.

Things required for restoration and not allowed to do for customizing rental housing/apartments
Information on required restoration and cautions on customization for rental housing/apartments - Not to paint on walls and drill holes in walls.