Do you want to see an apartment in Nagoya for yourself before moving in? The best way to do this is to spend your first few nights at a hotel while you search for the perfect property. Many real estate agents will give you free advice and suggest various apartments that fit your needs. You should visit at least a few of them so you can compare and later decide which one was best.

Nagoya is a megacity with countless apartments available for rent, so you’ll first need to narrow down your preferred area. When you consult an agent, they’ll help you get an idea of where you want to stay and what kind of property you’re looking for. After that, the deciding factor is the price. Negotiating rent is uncommon in Japan so you should consider the presented price as final.

Once you’ve found an apartment that you like, it’s time to learn a little about neighborhood relations in Japan. Nagoyaites are said to be especially shy and reserved. They might not seem as friendly as you prefer at first, but if you take the initiative to talk with them you’ll soon have a new group of friends.