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  1. Main Types of Rental Properties in Japan
  2. Apartment (アパート / apāto)
  3. Mansion (マンション / manshon)
  4. Detached House (一戸建て / ikkodate)
  5. Share House (シェアハウス / shea hausu)
  6. Monthly Apartments and Weekly Mansions (ウィークリーマンション / wīkurī manshon)
  7. Understanding Japanese Room Layout Terminology
  8. What You'll Need to Know: Basic Room Types
  9. Size Indicators
  10. Size Measurements
  11. Western-style vs. Japanese-style Rooms
  12. Western-style (洋室 / yōshitsu)
  13. Japanese-style (和室 / washitsu)
  14. Additional Features to Look For
  15. What You'll Need to Understand: Common Housing Terms
  16. Understanding the Fine Print
  17. Tips for Foreigners

Understanding Japanese Rental Property Types: Apartments, Mansions, and More

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