Tokyo student housing tips
Urban Survival Guide: Thriving as an International Student in Japan’s Mega-Cities
Japan’s big cities—Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, Sapporo—operate at a speed and scale that can thrill, exhaust, and ultimately shape any international student’s study‑abroad story. Lecture theatres may be similar everywhere, but the momentum of urban life outside campus creates a different classroom altogether. Below, we unpack the main dimensions of living in metropolitan Japan. Rural […]
The Ultimate Student Housing Guide in Japan: Dormitories, Apartments, Share Houses & Hybrid Options
International students heading to Japan often discover that the toughest exam begins after the admissions offer: decoding the country’s housing maze. From unfamiliar fees like reikin (key money) to strict guarantor rules, even native Japanese can find the system complicated. This guide walks you through the major options—dorms, private apartments, share houses, and short‑term solutions—so […]
