An Expat Talks about Moving to Tokyo, Japan

What is the name of the city or town that you are reporting on?

Tokyo

How did you choose your neighborhood and find your home or apartment?

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.