Information about life of Kyoto
Housing
Share House & Rentals in Kyoto
Oakhouse (Share Houses & Short-term Apartments)
- Offers Kyoto share houses and short-term furnished apartments.
- Foreign-friendly, multilingual support (English, Chinese, French, Korean).
- Real-time vacancy updates and special deals.
Borderless House
- 8 properties in Kyoto (Kinugasa, Nishijin, Kuramaguchi, etc.).
- Private/loft-style rooms, community events, international mix.
- Ideal near universities and temples.
J‑STAY
- Since 2005, managing 26 properties (~150+ rooms).
- Furnished, Wi‑Fi included, smoke-free, no hidden fees.
- Flexible long-term stays (1 month+).
8NEST
- Fully furnished share houses with utilities and internet.
- No key money, agency fee, or guarantor required.
- Community events, quick move-in (2 days). Rent starts around ¥33,000+ maintenance.
Guest Houses & Monthly Rentals
SAKURA HOUSE
- Offers share houses, private guest‑house rooms, and furnished apartments.
- Internationally friendly in Kyoto and Tokyo.
- No deposit/agency fee or guarantor needed; utilities and multilingual support included.
Kyoto Apartment
- Furnished apartments and share houses for foreign clients.
- English-speaking staff, no key money or agency fee.
- Weekly–monthly rentals with full utilities.
University-Affiliated&Short-Term Options
- Listings include international share houses like Flat Bolero Jōdoji and 8NEST.
- Available furnished, no key money/guarantor, English support.
Employment and part-time job information
1. NIPPON Shigoto.com
This job site specializes in opportunities for foreigners. Many positions don’t require Japanese fluency, and they also offer free support with visas, resumes, and interviews.
2. YOLO JAPAN / YOLO WORK
YOLO JAPAN features jobs that require little or no Japanese. The platform supports six languages, and registration is quick and simple. Some job listings don’t even require sign-up, making it very easy to apply.
You can also check their guide here: JAPADEMY – Best Job Sites for Foreigners in Japan.
3. GaijinPot Jobs
One of the most well-known platforms for foreigners in Japan. You’ll find a wide range of industries and plenty of English-speaking roles, from education to IT and hospitality.
4. Daijob.com
Japan’s largest bilingual/multilingual job site. It focuses heavily on global companies and is ideal for professionals who want to use their English skills in the workplace.
5. LinkedIn and Indeed Japan
Both platforms are international, with thousands of listings in Japan. You can filter searches with keywords like “English OK” or “No Japanese required” to find jobs that match your skills.
6. Recruitment Agencies
These agencies specialize in matching foreign professionals with suitable companies. They also offer personalized support for resumes, interviews, and career advice.
7. Hello Work
Japan’s official public employment service. Some branches have multilingual desks, and in Osaka, the Foreign Employment Support Center offers services specifically for foreigners.
8. Coto Academy’s Job Guide
A helpful resource that introduces jobs requiring little or no Japanese, such as English teaching, IT, real estate, and hospitality↓
| Website / Service | Key Features |
|---|---|
| NIPPON Shigoto.com | Jobs for low Japanese level, visa/resume/interview support |
| YOLO JAPAN / YOLO WORK | Multilingual, easy sign-up, short-term & part-time jobs |
| GaijinPot Jobs | Wide industry coverage, many English-speaking roles |
| Daijob.com | Large bilingual platform, global companies |
| LinkedIn / Indeed Japan | Filters for “English OK” jobs |
| Recruitment Agencies | Personalized career support & introductions |
| Hello Work | Public job assistance, multilingual help |
| Coto Academy Guide | Examples of no-Japanese jobs |
