UR Housing and JKK Tokyo offer quality apartments with no guarantor, no key money, and no renewal fees — perfect for foreigners. swimple monitors vacancies 24/7 and alerts you instantly.
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Public housing that removes the biggest barriers for foreigners renting in Japan
UR and JKK don't require a Japanese guarantor — the single biggest barrier for foreigners renting in Japan.
Save hundreds of thousands of yen compared to private rentals. Zero key money, zero renewal fees.
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UR offers public rental housing across Japan with no key money, no guarantor required. Popular in Tokyo, Osaka, and major cities. Foreigners with valid residence status can apply.
JKK manages public housing in Tokyo. No guarantor needed for most properties. Rent is often below market rate. Foreign residents with stable income can apply.
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