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外国人が日本で賃貸を借りる完全ガイド2026|審査・保証会社・必要書類・家賃滞納までの流れを7ステップで整理

日本で部屋を借りるとき、外国人の方は「日本人にはない関門」をいくつか通ることになります。とくに入居審査と家賃保証会社の審査、そして必要書類の準備でつまずきやすく、「何から始めればいいのか分からない」と...
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外国人が日本で賃貸を借りる完全ガイド2026|審査・保証会社・必要書類・家賃滞納までの流れを7ステップで整理

日本で部屋を借りるとき、外国人の方は「日本人にはない関門」をいくつか通ることになります。とくに入居審査と家賃保証会社の審査、そして必要書類の準備でつまずきやすく、「何から始めればいいのか分からない」と...
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外国人の賃貸審査に通る書類準備チェックリスト【保存版】

外国人が賃貸審査で求められる書類を完全網羅。在留カード・収入証明・在職証明など全員共通の必須書類から、在留資格別の追加書類まで、チェックリスト形式でわかりやすく解説します。
Rental property/Room search

外国人向け家賃保証会社の審査基準を徹底比較【2026】

外国人が賃貸審査を通るために欠かせない「家賃保証会社」の選び方を解説。GTN・ニッポンインシュア・日本セーフティーなど主要各社の審査基準・保証料・多言語対応を徹底比較します。
Residence Procedures (Renewal, Change, Residence Card)

Integration of Residence Card and My Number Card: A Complete Explanation of the Procedure Schedule

Fully explains the application procedure and precautions for the "Specified Resident Card" (integrated resident card and My Number card), which began on June 14, 2026. You can check the system, benefits, application locations, and schedule of this optional system with illustrations.
Japan Living Guide

How to Start Using PayPay and QR Code Payments | How Foreigners Can Register, Charge, and Pay in Japan

A step-by-step explanation of how to register for PayPay, charge it, and pay with it for foreigners living in Japan. We will also answer questions such as whether you can register with a residence card and whether you can use it without a bank account.
Grants

Gasoline Subsidy July 2026: What are the Gradual Transition Measures? An Easy-to-Understand Explanation for Foreign Drivers

Explanation of the July 2026 gasoline subsidy (drastic change mitigation measure). The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has changed the calculation method, bringing the total subsidy to 10.9 yen/L, including an additional adjustment of 4.9 yen. Here are the key points that foreign drivers should know.
Japan Living Guide

How to Get and Charge Your Suica/Transportation IC Card: A Complete Guide for Foreigners

An explanation for foreigners living in Japan on how to get a Suica/PASMO and other transportation IC cards, how to charge them, and where they can be used. The differences between the mobile Suica and physical cards will also be explained.
Japan Living Guide

Credit Card Comparison for Foreigners: Screening Standards, Required Documents, and 5 Recommended Cards

Comparing the screening criteria, required documents, and easy-to-get cards for foreigners residing in Japan when applying for a credit card, in an easy-to-understand way. We will introduce 5 recommended cards by visa status.
Rental property/Room search

5 Rent Guarantee Companies Specializing in Foreigners: Comparing Application Features and Benefits for Owners

This comparison of five rent guarantee companies for foreign residents is aimed at owners and management companies looking to accept foreign tenants. It covers their screening criteria, multilingual support, and handling of abandoned property.