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How do I find a place to live in Tokyo?

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

"Finding a place to live in Tokyo can involve a lot of research and legwork. A few good starting points include talking to friends, family, and coworkers for advice and recommendations on good places to live, visiting local real estate agents, or browsing online listings for apartments and homes for rent. When visiting real estate agents, bring a full list of your requirements such as size, budget and location so that the agent can best match you with the ideal home. You should also take advantage of online informational resources such as forums, websites, and online communities that are dedicated to assisting with relocation to Tokyo," remarked another expat in Tokyo, Japan.

"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," said a member in Tokyo, Japan.

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