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Using Japanese real estate agencies

Advice on using real estate agents in Japan
If you are looking for long term accommodation in Japan, there are various ways to go about your search for the ideal apartment or house. Searching through one of the local real estate agents, although sometimes difficult, can often get you some great deals. When using a real [...]

Advice on how to rent an apartment in Japan

How to rent an apartment in Japan

Most real estate agents in Japan do not offer English speaking services for those looking for apartments. It is quite common in Japan for foreigners to be denied an apartment on the grounds of either not speaking Japanese or simply because the owner of the apartment does not want [...]