Apartment leases in Japan typically last two years. It makes more sense to rent a short-term rental in Japan (日本 短期 租 屋) if you will be in Tokyo for a shorter period. Most short-term flats have a one-month lease, which varies significantly from property to property. Some property managers (PM) and owners may accept leases as short as two weeks.
Typically, Substantially Lower Initial Expenses
In Japan, you must pay four to six months’ rent before signing the lease to move into a typical long-term apartment. A normal short-term apartment has a much reduced move-in fee. When you move in, you often must pay one month’s rent. Although they won’t be as large as those needed for a long-term rental, you could sometimes be forced to pay a deposit or other move-in fees.
Visa Status
Suppose you are in Japan on a tourist visa. In that case, you are not allowed to rent a “regular” apartment because regular leases require proof of employment in Japan and proof of residency, such as a Residence Card. As a result, your main options will be short-term apartments or Airbnb-style lodging.
A Guarantor Is Not Required
Generally speaking, renting a short-term flat does not need a guarantor. Most long-term apartment renters employ guarantor companies, which raises the initial price of a standard rental.
In a business hotel, a single-occupancy room is around 12 square meters (129 square feet) and has a bed, desk, chair, TV, hotpot, cube refrigerator, and unit bath (toilet, sink, and bathtub). The pricing of the accommodation includes WiFi.
Since visitors are only supposed to sleep and take showers in the 12-square-meter room, a business hotel may become claustrophobic after a few days. Additionally, you shouldn’t cook in business hotels. Microwave ovens are available in some business hotel rooms, allowing you to reheat takeout.
A Full Home Is Available For Rent
In large Japanese cities like Tokyo or Osaka, “short-term” renting evokes a picture of a modest but practical low-cost apartment in a reasonably handy location. It’s inexpensive, yet it lacks elegance and room. In actuality, you may lease rather large properties—even whole homes—for a short period.
A Few Things To Know About The Conditions Of The Lease
Although some property managers can rent their apartments for shorter periods, the minimum lease length for a short-term apartment is often one month.
A Deposit
To cover the expense of any potential damage to the property, some short-term rentals require a refundable deposit when you move in. Typically, this is equivalent to a month’s rent. If you pay all of the rent in advance, some property managers and owners may waive the deposit. For instance, if you pay six months’ rent up ahead and sign a six-month lease.
WiFi
WiFi is usually included in the price of renting a short-term flat; however, this isn’t always the case. The resort sometimes provides Pocket WiFi, so you may bring it when you travel. Remember that after your lease ends, you must return the pocket WiFi.
The Utilities
Like WiFi, rent often includes utilities (gas, water, and electricity) up to a specific use limit. You get the approximate total operating expenses of the room rental, so review the property description page.
