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Japan – Finding Property to Rent

Popular Rental Areas for Expats in Japan

Tokyo is the most popular city for expats in Japan, followed by Kyoto and Osaka. The most popular rental areas for expats in Tokyo are Minato-ku, Shibuya-ku, and Chuo-ku, which are located in central Tokyo and are known for their convenient transportation links and modern, high-rise apartment buildings.

In Kyoto, the most popular rental areas for expats are Nakagyo-ku and Shimogyo-ku, which are located in central Kyoto and are known for their traditional atmosphere and beautiful temples and shrines.

In Osaka, the most popular rental areas for expats are Naniwa-ku and Kita-ku, which are located in the central part of Osaka and are known for their bustling atmosphere and modern, high-rise apartment buildings.

These areas are popular with expats because they offer a high standard of living, with modern and well-maintained apartments and a variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options. They also offer good transport links to other parts of the city, making it easy for expats to travel to work or explore their new surroundings.

Main Websites for Properties to Rent in Japan


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  1. GaijinPot Housing: GaijinPot Housing is a website specifically for expats in Japan, offering a wide range of properties for rent and sale, including apartments, houses, and share houses. It also provides helpful information and resources for expats, including information on neighborhoods, transportation, and schools.

  2. Suumo: Suumo is one of the largest real estate websites in Japan, offering a wide range of properties for rent and sale, including apartments, houses, and share houses. It provides detailed information on each property, including photos, floor plans, and neighborhood information.

  3. Chintai: Chintai is another large real estate website in Japan, offering a wide range of properties for rent and sale, including apartments, houses, and share houses. It also provides information on local areas, including information on transportation, schools, and shops.

  4. At Home: At Home is a real estate website in Japan that focuses on rental properties, offering a wide range of apartments, houses, and share houses for rent. It provides detailed information on each property, including photos, floor plans, and neighborhood information.

Main Letting Agencies in Japan

  1. Real Estate Japan: Real Estate Japan is a leading letting agency in Japan, offering a wide range of properties for rent, including apartments, houses, and share houses. It provides information on local areas, including transportation, schools, and shops, and offers a personalized service to help expats find their perfect home in Japan.

  2. Century 21 Japan: Century 21 Japan is a global real estate company with a presence in Japan, offering a wide range of properties for rent, including apartments, houses, and share houses. It provides detailed information on each property, including photos, floor plans, and neighborhood information, and offers a personalized service to help expats find their perfect home in Japan.

  3. JCB Housing: JCB Housing is a letting agency in Japan, offering a wide range of properties for rent, including apartments, houses, and share houses. It provides information on local areas, including transportation, schools, and shops, and offers a personalized service to help expats find their perfect home in Japan.

Other Ways to Find Property Rentals in Japan

  1. Classified Ads: Classified ads, such as those found in local newspapers and magazines, can be a good way to find rental properties in Japan.


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