How do I find a place to live in Tokyo?

We asked expats how they chose their neighborhood and found a place to live. They answered...

"I chose my neighborhood based on my commute to work. I found something that only took one train and was under 30 minutes. I specifically found my apartment with the help of a real estate agent, which is the norm here. I told him my preferences and sent him some listings that interested me. He responded by showing me some of the listings I found and some other similar places he had found," explained one expat living in Tokyo, Japan.

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"The initial cost is about 3.5~5 times of monthly rent which is included the rent in next month and any other additional charge. You also have an option for short-term contract apartment which is called "monthly mansion" in Japanese. It makes to you to have thinking time to explore and find your thought clearly, you can even register the address there and get the bank account or phone number here. It is sometimes difficult for foreigners to pass the screening for housing application because it is usually required Japanese conversation capability, the phone number, and emergency contact here. Quality of Japanese lease apartment is well so you do not have to consider too deep but please remember there is no furniture installed at all but air conditioner," said another expat in Tokyo, Japan.

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How do I find a place to live in Tokyo?

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