Moving to a new country (or even just a new home) can be an exciting but sometimes challenging task. That said, with the proper planning and research your move will not only become easily manageable but can be an enjoyable experience as well. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to find a great new home here in Japan ! 1. Preparing: Understand your specific needs such as location, parking and what your move in and monthly budget is. Initial costs will likely be different than what you’re accustomed to. You can read more information about that HERE . 2. Finding a Real Estate Agent: It’s impo ..read more

Summer is in full swing. The beach, BBQs, hanging out at the pool... Whatever you're doing I hope you're able to find time to relax and have a little fun. We all know summer in Central Japan comes with a lot of hot days and nights. Nagoya especially can be very hot and humid. Do you know what can help make your life more comfortable? An aircon! ( Air Conditioner or Heat Pump as they are known in North America).  An apartment's aircon situation is something to check and think about when looking at apartments. You would think that all apartments would come with at least one aircon that ..read more

There is an affordable apartment option in Japan that has proven very beneficial for many foreigners and expats, and may be a good option for you as well. Surprisingly, many people are not familiar with UR Housing in Japan. UR stands for Urban Renaissance and is an independent corporation that was formed by the Japanese Government.  There are many benefits to living in a UR Apartment. For example, there is no key money, no agent fee, no renewal fee and UR apartments do not ask for a guarantor. There is also no early termination fee if you need to move out before one year. This makes it ve ..read more

Direction is an important factor for choosing a rental property in Japan. When choosing a room, you must consider various conditions such as rent, facilities, location, convenience, and the surrounding environment. One that you may not think of, but that is very important, is the direction of the room. Question: North, East, West, and South… which direction is the best for your room? South-facing rooms have a lot of natural sunlight, but if you often leave your house during the day and just go home and sleep late at night, you will appreciate it less. Yes, the value of the direction of the ..read more

If you're coming from the U.S., taking a bath (or even just a shower) at the end of your long day might seem like a pain. Turning on the bath or shower and waiting for the water to get hot, turning the dials or taps of your shower or bath until you find that perfect temperature where it's not too hot or not too cold, and making sure that you don't flood your entire bathroom. These might be some of the reasons why you might not be inclined to take a nice bath to relax. When you come to Japan, your perspective might change drastically. We would like introduce to you the amazingness as well as ..read more

Before you go out to look at properties and start applying, it's important to know that there are different types of rental contracts in Japan that can affect what properties you can target. This guide will outline how your personal situation may affect your home search in Japan. Personal vs Corporate Lease Everyone comes to Japan under slightly different conditions that will have an effect on the type of property they can, or cannot, apply for. Knowing whether you're expected to sign on the lease or if your company will sign for you is vital, as Japanese landlords will more than likely pr ..read more

To rent an apartment in Japan you need something called a " hoshonin ", or guarantor. This guarantor or co-signer, is a person or company that acts as insurance for your rental contract, promising to cover any rent or damage costs if you can't pay or suddenly terminate your contract without proper notice or payment. A guarantor will usually have to provide their financial information and prove that they can take responsibility if you as a tenant are no longer, for whatever reason, unable to fulfill your financial responsibility. In most cases, landlords will only accept a Japanese national a ..read more

Moving overseas is always a challenge, especially with different customs and cultures. Before your rent a property in Japan there is one common fee required, on top you’re your initial rent and security deposit, that you should be aware of. The payment is called " Key Money ", or in Japanese " Rei-kin ". What is Key Money? Key money in Japan is initial payment by the lessee to the land lord/owner. The money is considered a gift to the landlord and it is NOT refundable even after the end of lease contract.  What does Key Money cost? The total amount set for Key-money varies from pro ..read more

Interlink K.K. is proud to announce that it will begin construction on its newest property being developed in the Moriyama-Ward area, just a few-minutes walk to Nagoya International School (NIS). All of Cezars’ houses for rent are developed to take care of the needs of the international expatriate community in Japan. This newest home will be built in Nagoya in the Shidami area of the Moriyama-Ward. It is part of a group of expatriate houses that have been developed for for families who want to have the convenience of living in a western style home in Japan with all the amenities you come to ..read more

As of August 8th 2019, Interlink K.K. has joined the National Federation for Real Estate Transaction Association and has become a member of the Aichi Prefectural Association for Real Estate Transactions . With a membership of 100,000 real estate companies, which is 80% of the national real estate industry, the National Federation for Real Estate Transaction Association is one of the largest industry associations in Japan. These associations, whose membership can be identified with the Pigeon Mark logo, support their members and assist with any issues related to real estate to ensure security ..read more