Typically, only one months rent and a refundable
security deposit are all that's required for you to
move in. Here's a more detailed
rental policy explanation.
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We own and operate over 500
apartments conveniently located
throughout the Tokyo
metropolitan area.
We have been a leading
provider of clean, affordable
apartments to
foreigners in Japan for over a
decade. More than 75%
of our tenants come from overseas.
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FAQ
Have a question about our
apartments, availability, features,
policies, or
just about living in Japan?
We have apartments throughout the
city with easy access to major
train and subway
lines.
This map shows the locations of our most
popular apartment
buildings along with a table
showing the transit
times to major city centers like
Ikebukuro,
Shinjuku, Roppongi, and others.
The
websites listed below are either resources that we have found
useful, or that have been recommended by our clients. We hope that you
will find them useful as well.
If you have any recommendations that would be of interest
to foreigners living in Japan, or if you notice that any of the links are non-functional, please write to us at info@tokyorent.com.
Totally
in English - just type in the station (train or subway) that you'll be
departing from and your destination. Then, select your preferred
departure time. The site will search its database and give you a
selection of route choices based on shortest amount of elapsed
travel time, fewest connections, lowest fare, etc.
Similar
to the Japanese
Traffic Guide, but not quite as easy to use. Allows you to enter the
station names and estimated departure time, then returns a selection of
routes and fares.
East
Japan Railway information including tickets, access, rail passes, major
station layouts, and a pdf format English map of all the lines and
stations.
Gateway to all Japanese
information - includes links to numerous informational sites covering
different aspects of Japanese life, culture, economy, and business.
Japan Post Office English
language website. Provides helpful information on postal codes, EMS
package tracking and tracing, delivery times, service hours, shipping
costs, and stamps.
Searchable online database that includes hospitals, doctors and
clinics in the Tokyo Metropolitan area along with the language capabilities of their staff.
Search criteria include location, closest
station, medical specialty and language (English, Korean, Cantonese,
Mandarin, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French,
Russian and more). The interface is very simple and easy to use.
Extensive
list of English speaking doctors, dentists, pharmacies, and other
medical resources in the Tokyo Area. The list is maintained by the US
Embassy in Tokyo on their website, but you don't have to register or be
a US citizen to view it.
"Yoga
Garden is a small, independent yoga studio located in Motomachi,
Yokohama. We offer yoga in a supportive, fresh and friendly
environment. Our classes are designed for everyone. If you can't touch
your toes, feel you're not flexible enough or are intimidated by the
yoga you've seen, Yoga Garden is the right place for you to learn and
grow."
Food
& Drink
English OK! A unique directory that features shops, restaurants, hotels and other services that have English speaking staff and menus. There are also discount coupons, special offers and promotions.
An excellent English language
site that covers over 1000 Tokyo and Yokohama restaurants, with guides to
Japanese cuisine, recipes, and tours of Japanese markets.
Founded in 1949, CWAJ is
dedicated to promoting higher education through international
cooperation. Membership is open to women of all nationalities with an
interest in education, cross-cultural opportunities, and friendship.
Dagmusic
provides foreign singers and voice actors to the top Japanese
television channels, music production houses and game developing
companies. They are currently seeking an English/Japanese bilingual intern.
Service run by the Japanese
government to match up foreigners with available jobs. Website also
includes information on visas, unemployment benefits, health insurance,
and other job related issues.
One
of the best used English language bookstores in the Tokyo area. The
selection is great, and the staff is not only helpful, they're friendly
as well. English, Japanese, and Australian spoken.
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With
more than 35,000
different new, used, and hard-to-find English titles in stock, Good Day Books is the largest
used English bookshop in Tokyo and in Japan.
MLC offers Japanese lessons for english speakers: private
lesson, group courses, intensive courses and company courses. There are also some free study materials available for download.
A non-profit organization
focused on improving language teaching and learning in Japan and
overseas. Has nearly 3,000 members in Japan, plus members abroad. Holds
regular events, conferences, and publishes materials.
Sensei Cafe Online service that matches language teachers and students throughout
Japan. Allows teachers to register in the database for free, which is
then searched by prospective students.
Teachers
in Japan can sign up and use the website for free. Students pay a small
fee to be matched up with the teachers. This website is used by many
teachers looking to teach 1-on-1.
A Tokyo based organization
for people involved in writing, translating, editing, teaching, and
research in Japan. Publishes a regular newsletter, holds monthly
meetings, and has an excellent collection of online articles relating
to writing and translating in Japan.
Part of
the Japan Student Services Organization, the Tokyo Japanese Language
Education Center focuses on students that what to improve their
Japanese language ability so that they can pursue studies at Japanese
universities or graduate schools.
Sponsored
by the Japan Foundation, the Performing Arts Network Japan
has become the focal point for English and Japanese language
information on all types of performing arts in Japan including theater,
butoh, music, and other performances.
Japan Adventures Contains the contact to many companies that provide outdoor adventures in Japan. If
you're into skiing, scuba diving, kayaking, biking, hiking, golfing,
camping, or simply taking a walk through a beautiful park, this site
will help you find who to get in touch with. Fantastic if you want to escape the crowded city for an exciting adventure in Japan.
English website on best places to hike, cycle, surf, gold and scubadiving. Includes
information on where to buy outdoor camping and sports equipment,
recommendations on accommodations and onsens, transport availability,
and more.
Website for the English-speaking Mac users' community, mainly in the Kanto Area. If you're a Mac/Apple enthusiast, you can attend one of their meetings at the Ginza Apple Store.
Tokyo based club and
message board for Linux users. Holds regular monthly meetings. Website
includes extensive information on setting up Linux in a Japanese
environment.
English
IT Support website for PC setup, PC repair and phone repair. Just fill
in the online application with your question or concern. Desktop, laptop and screen rentals are also available, for those truly desperate times.
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Partners
Other
websites that you might find interesting and useful-
Cheapo Japan - CheapoJapanis
a site dedicated to traveling and living in Japan, without bursting the
bank. Started by a British ex-pat who lived in Japan for many
years, this site is full of useful information about Japan. "Having
lived and traveled, many times with almost no money, we know the
best tricks. We focus on getting the most out of this wonderful
country, whether you are a backpacker, traveler, worker or student."
Study Abroad Enquiry
Service - Hyperstudy.com Use our free college admissions,
Study Abroad, Language Schools, Internships and ESL enquiry service. Get fast and direct responses from over 200 Universities, Language
Schools and Colleges.
Online service that matches language teachers and students throughout
Japan. 
