Shared Residences
This time, I would like to introduce shared residenses in Japan where you can meet new people.
The first shared residence website
- BORDERLESS HOUSE
BORDERLESS HOUSE Website
The second shared residence website
- SHARE STYLE
SHARE STYLE website
Why Choose a Share House?
I recommend share houses because if you choose one where many Japanese people live, you can gradually get used to Japanese culture while living there.
Many people find it difficult to get accustomed to Japan’s unique culture.
Are you familiar with the daily habits of Japanese people?
Things like how to take a bath, how to separate garbage, and how to take off shoes are often things you can only learn by living with Japanese people.
By living in a share house, you can naturally acquire these detailed aspects of Japanese lifestyle.
Moreover, you can learn to communicate with Japanese people.
The Japanese concept of “read the room” (Kuuki wo Yomu) is something that is very difficult for foreigners to understand.
In Japan, there is a culture of understanding what the other person is thinking without saying anything.
While this has both good and bad aspects, it is something that most Japanese people do naturally.
Endless Opportunities to Connect
In addition, share houses offer many opportunities to meet new people, which is attractive for those looking for new encounters every day.
One of the great things about share houses is that while there are many Japanese people living there, there are also Japanese people who are interested in foreigners.
This means you can make like-minded friends and participate in various events together.
While making partners or friends on your own is good, having companions with the same goals is reassuring and provides access to new information.
Although I have never lived in a share house myself, my foreign friend who lived in a share house participated in events and went to clubs with other share house members, and I happened to meet those housemates.
People with similar interests tend to gather in similar places.
When you make friends, it’s best if your preferences are different.
If your tastes are the same, there might be competition or increased instances of having to compromise, so be mindful of that.
Ideally, it’s good to have friends who are interested in foreigners.
This can reduce potential conflicts among friends.
Living in a share house provides many encounters and more opportunities to practice Japanese compared to living in an apartment.
It’s also recommended for those who want to find a place to live in Japan from abroad, as there are online room search supports available, making it possible to find a share house even from overseas.
You can make both Japanese and foreign friends, and living in a share house is more budget-friendly than living in an apartment or a house.
Events and Socializing
Share houses often hold events and provide opportunities for interaction, which helps in meeting new people.
The typical age range of residents is in their 20s and 30s, and the nationalities are usually 50% foreigners and 50% Japanese.
The gender ratio is also balanced, with about 50% men and 50% women in many share houses, which is a good balance.
Besides the ones I’ve introduced, there are many other share houses, so exploring and finding one yourself can be interesting.
There are also websites that introduce famous share houses.
Are you ready to embark on a new adventure in Japan?
Start your unique Japanese experience in a share house.
- If you want to discover more places where you can meet new people after reading this article, please click here.
I tried to write an article in English, so if you find any mistakes, please no complaints 😂 jk
I hope you all have good encounters and happy relationships 😊
