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  1. Understanding Japanese Deposit Practices
  2. The Deposit System Explained
  3. "Restoration to Original Condition" Concept
  4. Common Misunderstandings
  5. Planning Your Move-Out Timeline
  6. What You'll Need: Move-Out Notification
  7. Critical Move-Out Timeline
  8. Key Notification Procedures
  9. Pre-Move-Out Inspection Process
  10. Requesting a Pre-Inspection
  11. Management Company Expectations
  12. Self-Assessment Checklist
  13. The Cleaning Process
  14. Japanese Cleaning Standards
  15. Essential Cleaning Supplies
  16. Room-by-Room Cleaning Guide
  17. Professional Cleaning Considerations
  18. Final Inspection Process
  19. Inspection Day Preparation
  20. During the Inspection
  21. After the Inspection
  22. Understanding Deposit Deductions
  23. Standard Deduction Categories
  24. Typical Costs for Common Issues
  25. Negotiating Unfair Charges
  26. Special Circumstances
  27. International Departures
  28. Contract Termination Before Expiration
  29. Dispute Resolution Options
  30. Final Administrative Tasks
  31. Address Change Procedures
  32. Utility Cancellation Process
  33. Final Payments and Settlements
  34. Conclusion

Moving Out and Getting Your Deposit Back: A Guide for Foreigners in Japan

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