Then fill out our online application form to let us know what you're looking for. Be sure to include a note about any special requirements or requests.
CONTACT US
You can communicate with us in English, Japanese or Estonian.
Here's all our contact information including email address, telephone, and fax numbers.
MAP
Trying to decide where to live around Tokyo? We have apartments
throughout the city with easy access to major train and subway lines.
This map shows the locations of our most popular apartment buildings
along with a table showing the transit times to major city centers like Ikebukuro, Shinjuku, Roppongi, and others.
ABOUT TOKYO RENT
We have been a leading provider of
clean, affordable apartments to foreigners in Japan for over a decade.
More than 75% of our tenants come from overseas.
Here's a collection of
useful
links
that we've found, or that have been recommended to us. If you know of a
site that would be helpful for people living in Japan, or if you're a
webmaster that wants to exchange links, please let us know.
Are you a rental agency, or do you own the apartments?
We own and operate
the majority of the apartment buildings listed on our website. We are
not a typical Japanese rental agency. This allows us to offer much
better rental terms to our tenants. For example, we do not require the
payment of key money, and there are no agent fees.
Can I communicate with you in English?
Yes. Many of our
staff are bilingual, and have lived overseas. We also have several
foreign employees working in our leasing department. We would be happy
to communicate with you in English, Japanese or Estonian. All of our
rental agreements have been translated into English.
Where is your office located?
Our primary office is located in central Tokyo, very close to both the Yurakacho line (Kojimachi station)
and the Hanzomon line (Hanzomon station). If you would like to visit our office in person, please let us know in advance,
and one of our staff will meet you at the local subway station to guide you to our office.
About Tokyo Rent apartments...
Do I have to share the kitchen or bathroom with other tenants?
No. All of our units are private apartments with their own kitchens and bathrooms.
Are your apartments furnished?
You can rent any of our apartments either furnished or unfurnished.
As a rule, the rents shown on our webpages are for unfurnished apartments. If you prefer, we can furnish the apartment
with a television, washing machine, bed/mattress, curtains, microwave oven/toaster, dining table and chairs
for a small additional monthly charge.
What about internet connection?
All apartments have some provision for internet connection. Some buildings are equipped with
fiber optic/broad band capability, while other buildings utilize ADSL.
Are utilities like gas and electricity included in the rent?
No. Utility charges depend on usage, and are the responsibility of the tenant. We
assist tenants in making the arrangements with the utility providers (gas, water, electricity, internet access.)
Can I see the apartment?
Of course, we would be happy to show you the apartment you are interested in, assuming that the previous
tenant has vacated.
About rental terms and conditions...
What do I have to pay initially?
The first month's
rent, a security deposit equal to one month's rent, and 15,000 yen for
a casualty insurance policy (2-year coverage.)
Do I have to provide a guarantor?
No. In most cases we do not require tenants to supply a guarantor.
We do ask that applicants supply us with a reference so that we can confirm employment or other relevant information.
What identification documents are required?
Official picture
identification such as a passport with a valid Japanese visa and an
alien registration card (gaikokujin toroku-sho.)
What if I have to cancel the rental agreement early? Will I get my security deposit back?
If you need to
cancel the rental agreement early, we ask that you provide us with
written notice at least one month in advance. Security deposits are
refundable based on the rental period after deducting any charges for
apartment damage repairs.
I'm only going to be staying in Tokyo for a week. What is your minimum rental period?
Our shortest apartment rental period is typically one month.
If your stay in Tokyo will be for a few weeks or less, you might consider using a guest house or guest hotel.
Can I reserve an apartment from overseas before I arrive in Japan?
Yes. We frequently have tenants reserve apartments by wiring a deposit prior to their arrival in Japan.
