Expat Living in Tokyo: Navigating the Rental Housing Market

Poste date: Friday, February 21, 2025

Moving to Tokyo as a foreign expat involves finding a house and settling in, which can be complex. Securing long-term rental housing in Tokyo requires tackling various tasks, such as property selection, area orientation, coordinating with movers, completing registrations, and handling administrative changes. If you have children, you must find a suitable school and manage the enrollment process.

These tasks can be time-consuming, especially for stays lasting more than a year. In such cases, working with an experienced real estate agent who understands the expat lifestyle and has extensive knowledge of properties that cater to your specific needs is recommended, ensuring you find the most appropriate housing solution.

Plaza Homes assists newcomers to Tokyo throughout this process, providing guidance on different areas and property types, selecting suitable properties based on the length of your stay, and explaining Japanese business customs. For more information, visit our website's "Guide to Renting Property" page.

Ambience of high-class hotel. Exquisite lounge space available on 19-20th floors. Glorious sky-view of Ginza, Marunouchi, Shiodome, and Tokyo Bay areas at high floors. Concierge service available.

JPY 214,000 - 426,000/month

Built in a quiet living environment of Mita 4-chome, in front of Kamezuka Park. It is a luxury designed rental apartment having 15 total units. It offers a line of high grade room equipment such as floor heating, auto-bathtub reheating, and picture rails.

JPY 370,000 - 375,000/month

Located in the site of Shinagawa Prince Hotel which also has amusement facilities including theater, aquarium, and tennis courts. High-grade reception service and home security service.

JPY 430,000 - 450,000/month

Only 1 min walk from Azabujuban Shopping Street, which is popular among various generations of people having various stores and restaurants from traditional to trendy ones. Approx.5 min walk to Roppongi Hills. Walking distance to Azabudai Hills. It is a designer apartment featuring a stylish interior design. It also features a balcony with wooden flooring creating continuity in design from the living room flooring.

JPY 308,000/month

This 13-story rental apartment with a total of 48 units and a premium look is nicely located 6-mins walk from Meguro Station and 7-mins walk from Shirokanedai Station, providing the convenience of going to various places in Tokyo and commuting to work and school. With The Institute of Nature Study and Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum across Meguro-dori Avenue, the location is attractive having a good living environment where you can feel nature. The apartment offers unit types from 1K to 2LDK with various amenities such as delivery locker and bathroom dryer.

JPY 285,000 - 530,000/month

The nearest station, Gakugei Daigaku, is an 8-minute train ride to Shibuya.This apartment is just a 6-minute walk from Gakugei Daigaku Station, offering excellent access to both Shibuya and Yokohama. With three-sided natural lighting, the bright and functional interior provides a comfortable living environment. The unit is equipped with high-speed internet, a desk, and a monitor, making it ideal for remote workers. A fitness bike is also available, allowing you to stay active with ease. Additionally, security cameras ensure a safe and secure living experience.

JPY 211,500/month