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Foreign resident choosing between apartment, share house, and guest house options

간단 답변

For foreign residents: Share houses are cheapest and easiest to enter (¥35K~, no guarantor). Furnished apartments give you privacy without setup costs (¥38K~). Regular apartments are best long-term but require high upfront costs (4-6 months' rent) and a guarantor.

Complete Housing Comparison

FeatureRegular AptFurnished AptShare HouseGuest HouseUR Housing
Monthly rent (Tokyo)¥70,000~¥38,000~¥35,000~¥40,000~¥45,000~
Upfront cost¥350,000~¥38,000~¥35,000~¥40,000~2 mo rent
GuarantorRequiredNot neededNot neededNot neededNot needed
FurnitureEmptyFullBedroom onlyMinimalEmpty
Privacy★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆☆★★☆☆☆★★★★★
Community★☆☆☆☆★☆☆☆☆★★★★★★★★★☆★★☆☆☆
Min stay2 years1 month1 month1 day~None
Foreigner-friendly★★☆☆☆★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆

Decision Flowchart: Which Housing Is Right for You?

🤔 How long will you stay in Japan?
Under 6 months
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Share house or furnished apt
6 months ~ 2 years
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Furnished apt or UR housing
2+ years
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Regular apartment or UR
💰 What's your budget for upfront costs?
Under ¥50,000
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Share house (OAK HOUSE) or furnished (XROSS HOUSE)
¥50K ~ ¥200K
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UR housing or premium share
¥200K+
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Regular apartment

Recommended Services

💡 PR — XROSS HOUSE

Furnished rooms from ¥38,000. Zero deposit, zero key money. Furniture, appliances, Wi-Fi all included. Details →

💡 PR — OAK HOUSE

Share houses from ¥35,000. 6,000+ rooms, 250+ locations. Since 1998, serving 40,000+ residents. Details →

⚠️ 면책 조항

Prices vary by location, season, and availability. Contact providers directly for current information. This article contains promotional links (PR).

최종 업데이트: April 2026.

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What is the cheapest housing option for foreigners in Japan?▼

Share houses are the cheapest option, starting from ¥35,000/month in Tokyo with zero upfront costs. They include furniture, Wi-Fi, and utilities. No guarantor is needed, making them the easiest option for new arrivals.

Should I choose a share house or a furnished apartment?▼

Choose a share house if you want the lowest cost and a social community. Choose a furnished apartment if you prioritize privacy but still want to avoid the high upfront costs of a regular apartment. Both require no guarantor and accept foreign residents easily.

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