Question 1

Can foreigners rent an apartment in Japan?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Many landlords welcome international residents — the key is finding the right ones. We specialize in foreigner-friendly properties, handle tenant screening and guarantor requirements, and explain every contract clearly in your language.

Question 2

Do I need a guarantor to rent in Japan?

Accepted Answer

Most rentals require a guarantor or a guarantor company. We arrange guarantor-company coverage and support your application, so a lack of a personal guarantor in Japan is not a barrier.

Question 3

What are the typical move-in costs?

Accepted Answer

Renting in Japan usually involves more than the monthly rent — deposit (shikikin), key money (reikin), agency fee, guarantor fee and insurance. We break down the full move-in cost up front, so there are no surprises.

Question 4

Do I need to speak Japanese to rent?

Accepted Answer

No. Our team supports you in English, Japanese, Nepali, and Vietnamese, and we handle the Japanese paperwork and communication with the landlord on your behalf.

Question 5

Can foreigners buy a home in Japan?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You don’t need permanent residency or Japanese nationality — a working visa is enough. We help arrange home loans (sometimes with low or zero down payment) and guide you from property search to keys.

Question 6

Can I get a mortgage as a foreigner?

Accepted Answer

It’s possible, and often the monthly payment can be similar to or less than rent. We help you find lenders that work with foreign residents and support your loan application end to end.

Question 7

What languages do you support?

Accepted Answer

Our team speaks English, Japanese, Nepali, and Vietnamese, so you can understand every term and condition in the language you’re most comfortable with.

Question 8

What areas do you cover?

Accepted Answer

We’re based in Osaka and serve clients across all of Japan — in person around Osaka, or by video call anywhere.

Question 9

How do I get started?

Accepted Answer

Book a free, no-pressure consultation, or send us a message with what you’re looking for. We’ll follow up personally, in the language you prefer.

Questions, answered honestly.