How to Rent an Apartment in Japan as a Foreigner (2025)
Renting in Japan as a foreigner is absolutely doable — but it takes more prep work than it would back home. Here’s what to expect and how to make it go smoothly. The Guarantor Problem (And How It’s Actually Been Solved) Traditionally, Japanese landlords required a Japanese guarantor (保証人) — a Japanese person who’d agree to cover your rent if you couldn’t pay. Most foreigners obviously don’t have someone like that lined up. ...