Housing in Japan
10 Things You Should Know Before Buying Abandoned Homes in Japan
Behind their charming facade, these traditional homes may harbor challenges that could sour your dream. Here are ten things you might not know about buying abandoned homes in Japan.
By Ashley Tsuruoka 7 min read 3
Finding a Home as a Foreigner in Japan
What is it really like to find housing in Japan as a foreigner? GaijinPot staff share their experiences with renting, buying and apartment hunting.
Japanese Apartment Layouts: Terms and Meanings
Confused about Japanese apartment layout terminology? Here's a quick run down.
How Much Is the Average Rent in Tokyo?
Learn what the cheapest and most expensive areas are for living in Tokyo.
Akiya: What You Should Know About Japan’s Abandoned Houses
Discover the pros and cons of buying an akiya (abandoned house) in Japan. Learn about costs, renovations and restrictions.
Apartments to Rent for Less Than ¥100,000 in Adachi—December 2020
These apartments in Tokyo's northern Adachi Ward offer good value for those who want to live in the metropolis but not in a small, old building!
Apartments to rent for less than ¥90,000 in Tokyo—August 2020
Affordable apartments from 1DK to 1SLDK in Tokyo.
Apartments to rent for less than ¥80,000 in Saitama—July 2020
A 1LDK, 2LDK, and even 3DK available for less than ¥80,000 in Saitama. Yes, you read right.
Apartments to rent for less than ¥60,000 in Nagoya—July 2020
Plenty of spacious 1DK and 3DK apartments available right meow!
Apartments to rent for less than ¥70,000 in Shibuya—June 2020
Make Hachiko your new neighbor with these affordable apartments in Shibuya!
Apartments to rent for less than ¥40,000 in Osaka—June 2020
A spacious 1DK for ¥40,000 with two months of free rent? Guess we're moving to Osaka.
Apartments to rent for less than ¥70,000 in Shinjuku—May 2020
Affordable places in the heart of Shinjuku, Kabukicho, and Shin-Okubo.