Tokyo Property &amp; Living Guides

2026.07.24 2026.09.11

Avoid Pre-Contract Traps: Rental Special Clauses Checklist | Move-Out Cleaning & Early Termination Fees Explained

A licensed Tokyo real estate broker thoroughly explains special clauses (Tokuyaku) in Japanese rental contracts. Learn market rates for cleaning fees, early cancellation penalties, legal validity criteria, and negotiation tips before signing.

Tokyo Lease Renewal Fees Explained: Costs, Breakdown, Negotiation & Move vs. Renew

2026.07.24 2026.09.11

Tokyo Lease Renewal Fees Explained: Costs, Breakdown, Negotiation & Move vs. Renew

What are the standard renewal fees for renting in Tokyo? Licensed real estate experts explain the cost breakdown across the 23 wards, negotiation tactics, legal auto-renewal risks, and a breakeven comparison between moving vs. renewing.

Autumn 2026 Tokyo Apartment Hunting Guide: Moving & Lease Renewal Tips for Sep–Nov, Cost Savings & Timeline

2026.07.18 2026.09.11

Autumn 2026 Tokyo Apartment Hunting Guide: Moving & Lease Renewal Tips for Sep–Nov, Cost Savings & Timeline

Complete guide for Tokyo apartment hunting and lease renewal in Autumn 2026 (Sep-Nov). Learn seasonal advantages, 2-year cost simulations vs lease renewal, ideal 2-month timeline, autumn viewing tips, and how to save up to 200,000-350,000 yen on initial moving fees.

How to Rent an Apartment in Tokyo as a Foreign Freelancer Without a Guarantor: Screening Guide & GTN Strategy

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2026.07.06 2026.09.11

How to Rent an Apartment in Tokyo as a Foreign Freelancer Without a Guarantor: Screening Guide & GTN Strategy

A licensed real estate professional's complete guide for foreign freelancers and sole proprietors to pass Tokyo rental screening without a Japanese guarantor. Learn essential documents, GTN strategies, and initial cost-saving tips.

3DK vs 3LDK Apartments in Japan: Layout Differences, Tokyo Rent Prices & Expat Guide (2026)

2026.07.05 2026.09.11

3DK vs 3LDK Apartments in Japan: Layout Differences, Tokyo Rent Prices & Expat Guide (2026)

Looking for a 3DK or 3LDK apartment in Japan? Compare floor plans, exact sizes in sqm and tatami mats, and average Tokyo rent prices (¥120k–¥250k). Licensed Tokyo real estate agency explains layout differences, expat screening tips, and foreigner-friendly options with zero hidden fees.

[2026 Guide] 2SLDK vs 2LDK in Japan: Differences, Service Room (S) Rules & Rent Savings Explained

2026.07.05 2026.09.13

[2026 Guide] 2SLDK vs 2LDK in Japan: Differences, Service Room (S) Rules & Rent Savings Explained

What is a 2SLDK apartment in Tokyo? A licensed Japanese real estate specialist explains the difference between 2SLDK and 2LDK, Building Standard Act lighting rules, service room (S) layout, AC/Wi-Fi check, and why rent is ¥10k-¥30k cheaper.