Finding an apartment is not as hard as one might think, and neither is it that expensive. There are many agencies in Tokyo which specialize in finding apartments for foreigners, they typically offer their own guarantor services, and usually charge only one month deposit. I rented my first apartment in Nihonbashi, the rent was 130,000 yen per month, plus one month deposit, and 20,000 as a guarantor’s fee. This was not a student’s apartment, it was quite large, and within walking distance of my office in Otemachi. When I went into business for myself, I rented my own office in Shinkawa, about 15 minutes walk from Tokyo Station, near the Sumida river. I simply saw the “for rent” sign on the door, called, and found myself talking to an real estate agent. The rent was 90,000 per month, plus one month deposit and 2 months key money. As the place had been vacant for 2 years, I negotiated hard, and ended up getting it for only 70,000 yen per month, and no deposits at all, though I still had to use a guarantor agency. I signed a one year lease, and to go month-to-month after that.
Currently hunting for my own Tokyo flat, it's so cathartic watching others flat hunting journeys. If anyone sees this and has handy dandy tips on where to buy appliances without getting ripped off please hmu!!! Surprised this hasn't got more views, your video set up makes for a fun watch
Wow congrats on the move! I'm going to study abroad in japan in a year but I don't have any friends or family over there. I'm planning on renting an apartment over there but it seems rather difficult due to not having any guarantors, 2 year lease, and also the up front fees that can cost up to 7 times the rent.
Congrats on the new place Kai, another awesome video. Those Kei trucks look like they would be fun to drive. How was it like driving on the left side of the road? Maybe someday I'll be able to see your crib in person, maybe? lol
Hey! Not sure if you're still checking these comments, but for comparisons sake, how tall are you? I'm going to be moving in the near future and trying to see how much of an issue door frame height is going to be for me when it comes to finding a place.
I had to give up my dual citizenship when I got into the JET program. But currently I have a 1 year visa I have to renew every year from being the son of a Japanese National
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Finding an apartment is not as hard as one might think, and neither is it that expensive. There are many agencies in Tokyo which specialize in finding apartments for foreigners, they typically offer their own guarantor services, and usually charge only one month deposit. I rented my first apartment in Nihonbashi, the rent was 130,000 yen per month, plus one month deposit, and 20,000 as a guarantor’s fee. This was not a student’s apartment, it was quite large, and within walking distance of my office in Otemachi.
When I went into business for myself, I rented my own office in Shinkawa, about 15 minutes walk from Tokyo Station, near the Sumida river. I simply saw the “for rent” sign on the door, called, and found myself talking to an real estate agent. The rent was 90,000 per month, plus one month deposit and 2 months key money. As the place had been vacant for 2 years, I negotiated hard, and ended up getting it for only 70,000 yen per month, and no deposits at all, though I still had to use a guarantor agency. I signed a one year lease, and to go month-to-month after that.
nice man, and what do you do now that you went into business?
Congrats on the move and getting all set up. Seems like its been quite the experience
Yessir, come hang!
It must have been hard but I'm so happy for you!
And thank you for sharing... learnt many new things from you! 😁
Thank you~ 😁
Currently hunting for my own Tokyo flat, it's so cathartic watching others flat hunting journeys. If anyone sees this and has handy dandy tips on where to buy appliances without getting ripped off please hmu!!! Surprised this hasn't got more views, your video set up makes for a fun watch
Thanks for the kind words Rokuma!
Wow congrats on the move! I'm going to study abroad in japan in a year but I don't have any friends or family over there. I'm planning on renting an apartment over there but it seems rather difficult due to not having any guarantors, 2 year lease, and also the up front fees that can cost up to 7 times the rent.
looking good, can’t wait to see it in person eventually 😎😎😎
underrated
Wow underrated creator !!?!!
omg thank u
great video,looking forward to your next vlog =)
Congrats on the move! New place looks nice and cozy. Btw what's the song in your outro lol
WHERE DID YOU GOOOOOO I JUST FOUND YOUR CHANNEL AND I WANTED TO WATCH MORE BUT THAT WAS THE LAST VIDEO :(((
He went MIA. Maybe something happened with overall life 😕
Great job. Keep it up.
The crib is coming together, just a matter of time before its cozy. Cool video, keep it up 🤙
Yup! Just gotta decorate now 🤔
Super cool the anime roll off the bed was hilarious
Congrats on the new place Kai, another awesome video. Those Kei trucks look like they would be fun to drive. How was it like driving on the left side of the road?
Maybe someday I'll be able to see your crib in person, maybe? lol
I dont generally like videos but dude you deserve one.❤
Also why did u stop after posting such bangers???
Waiting for the next full length youtube video like 🙃
Panasonic Apple Fridge!
where's my invite?
Japan trip when? 👀
Keep going men ♥️
i think he lost his password
Maybe his dead
maybe he is only doing youtube shorts at the moment....
Where are you 😭!? It's been like a year now we want an update of your life and everything please pretty pleasseee
Or course it’s easy if you have family over there. Wish I had a cousin or something over there
there are English speaking agencies that can help you as well!
@@Kojimochi where can I find these online?
very nice
Informative
still in japan? hope you're doing well!
Ok I'll subscribe and watch
i luv ur bun mic lol
Hey! Not sure if you're still checking these comments, but for comparisons sake, how tall are you? I'm going to be moving in the near future and trying to see how much of an issue door frame height is going to be for me when it comes to finding a place.
I'm 6ft 3in (190cm)
I think my doorway is around 6ft tall? I only hit my head occasionally 😅
The most handsome Asian man I ve ever seen😊
why not go for serviced apartment?
Do you feel all scrunched up in the Kei truck driver seat?
What if it is a short term rental as a tourist? 1 month? Ur cousin looks like the Korean actress Yoo In-na in My Love from Another Star.
where are you? you haven't uploaded in a year!
I'm still here :)
I loved this video! I hope you upload again when you get the chance 😊@@Kojimochi
He's probably a halfu. Half Japanese, half Nba/D1 athlete haha!!💪
He is. Japanese and Italian.
hey i plan on moving within the next 6 months i was hoping i could get some help on how you did it? and what wouldbe the best way to go about it
こじもちさん👍🏽
Rent is not even mentioned
Question about the move. What visa do you have? Or do you have a dual citizenship?
I had to give up my dual citizenship when I got into the JET program. But currently I have a 1 year visa I have to renew every year from being the son of a Japanese National
Yo I love the vids man. I was just wondering, do you by any chance still have contact with the hair guy from 1000 hair?
if he ever comes to visit Japan I'll make a video with him again!
Nice! 😂
happy birthday?
Can I rent an 1K apartment for 6 months? Thanks
forget making friends you need to settle down and start a family young grasshopper. 😂😇
Did you buy all of that with your own money??
Yup! Most of it was free anyways haha
It’s been a year since the last video lol
I’ve been making shorts since then lol
@@Kojimochi you my new friend are a cooking legend
All cost for apartment?
Etc fee and other stuff
Update
why did i think baby crib
Put me on with your fam💔
is 5 thousand is enough to move to Japan
T_T next video never came...wwwwwwwwwwhhhyyyyyy lol
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