Housing/Real Estate

Rental Contract

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Synergia Editorial Team2026-05-01

This page helps foreign residents and long-term visitors handle "Rental Contract" with daily Japanese phrases for living in Japan, practical examples, and common mistakes to avoid.

What this page helps you say in Japan

This page focuses on Rental Contract and teaches useful Japanese phrases for daily life in Japan, including natural replies, polite alternatives, and practical wording for foreigners living in Japan.

What You'll Learn on This Page

Listen to how important matters are explained
Check the special agreement details
Confirmation of cancellation notice period and penalty fee
Confirmation of fire insurance and key replacement costs
Handling of seals and signatures and copies of contracts

Practice Phrases (10 Total)

重要事項説明を日本語で分かりやすくお願いします

じゅうようじこうせつめいをにほんごでわかりやすくおねがいします

Please explain the important matters in simple Japanese.

POINTStandard expressions when requesting simple Japanese

特約にはどのような内容が含まれますか

とくやくにはどのようなないようがふくまれますか

What's included in the special clauses?

POINTBe sure to check the special contract to avoid problems when moving out.

解約する場合の予告期間はどのくらいですか

かいやくするばあいのよこくきかんはどのくらいですか

What's the notice period for cancellation?

POINTUsually the market price is 1 to 2 months in advance.

途中解約の違約金はありますか

とちゅうかいやくのいやくきんはありますか

Is there a penalty for early termination?

POINTPlease check the penalty for canceling within 1 year.

原状回復の範囲を教えていただけますか

げんじょうかいふくのはんいをおしえていただけますか

Could you explain the scope of restoration?

POINTThe most important items to prevent trouble when moving out

火災保険はこちらで選べますか

かさいほけんはこちらでえらべますか

Can I choose my own fire insurance?

POINTYou can also consider external insurance that is cheaper than designated insurance.

鍵交換費用は必須でしょうか

かぎこうかんひようはひっすでしょうか

Is the key exchange fee mandatory?

POINTOne of the items that can be negotiated

ペットの飼育は可能でしょうか

ペットのしいくはかのうでしょうか

Is keeping pets allowed?

POINTConditions are often different for small dogs and cats.

印鑑がないのでサインで契約できますか

いんかんがないのでサインでけいやくできますか

I don't have a seal. Can I sign instead?

POINTMany real estate companies accept signatures.

契約書のコピーを必ずいただけますか

けいやくしょのコピーをかならずいただけますか

Could I get a copy of the contract?

POINTBe sure to keep a copy to avoid problems of loss.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What documents are required when signing a contract?

A. Generally, a residence card, residence certificate, withholding tax certificate, pay slip, seal (or signature), guarantor information, and contract money are required. For those who have been offered a job offer, a letter of offer letter may be substituted.

Q. Do foreigners need a joint guarantor?

A. If you use a guarantee company, the number of unnecessary properties is increasing. We can also provide support from your company or your family (living in Japan).

Q. Is there an English version of the contract?

A. Some major real estate companies have English versions available. Ask in advance if the English version is possible. Multilingual apps are also becoming more popular.

Q. Will I get my security deposit back?

A. The remaining amount will be refunded after deducting the restoration fee. Deterioration due to normal use is not the responsibility of the tenant. Be sure to save your receipts and statements.

Q. Will there be a rent increase during the contract period?

A. As a general rule, prices cannot be increased during the contract period. Please check the renewal terms at the time of signing the contract, as they may be revised at the time of renewal.

Rental Contract

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