{"id":5909,"date":"2026-07-02T10:21:16","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T08:21:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/?p=5909"},"modified":"2026-07-07T04:10:13","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T02:10:13","slug":"rental-apartments-international-students-tokyo-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/rental-apartments-international-students-tokyo-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Rental Apartments for International Students in Tokyo (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Rental apartments for international students in Tokyo typically cost between \u00a555,000 and \u00a595,000 per month for a 1K unit, according to 2025 data from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Housing Supply Corporation (JKK Tokyo). Finding rental apartments for international students in Tokyo is more straightforward than many expect \u2014 but the screening process requires specific documents that catch many students off guard before they arrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide covers everything you need to secure rental apartments in Tokyo as an international student: required documents, how the guarantor system works, realistic ward-by-ward prices, and how to apply before you land in Japan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/rental-apartments-international-students-tokyo-2026\/#Why_Rental_Apartments_%E2%80%94_Not_Dorms_%E2%80%94_Are_the_Standard_for_International_Students_in_Tokyo\" >Why Rental Apartments \u2014 Not Dorms \u2014 Are the Standard for International Students in Tokyo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/rental-apartments-international-students-tokyo-2026\/#Documents_Required_to_Rent_in_Tokyo_as_an_International_Student\" >Documents Required to Rent in Tokyo as an International Student<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/rental-apartments-international-students-tokyo-2026\/#The_Guarantor_System_for_Student_Visa_Holders\" >The Guarantor System for Student Visa Holders<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/rental-apartments-international-students-tokyo-2026\/#Rental_Prices_by_Ward_What_International_Students_Pay_in_2026\" >Rental Prices by Ward: What International Students Pay in 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/rental-apartments-international-students-tokyo-2026\/#Share_House_vs_Rental_Apartments_for_International_Students_in_Tokyo\" >Share House vs Rental Apartments for International Students in Tokyo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/rental-apartments-international-students-tokyo-2026\/#How_to_Apply_Step-by-Step_Process\" >How to Apply: Step-by-Step Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/rental-apartments-international-students-tokyo-2026\/#Practical_Tips_Before_You_Arrive\" >Practical Tips: Before You Arrive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/rental-apartments-international-students-tokyo-2026\/#FAQ_Rental_Apartments_for_International_Students_in_Tokyo\" >FAQ: Rental Apartments for International Students in Tokyo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/rental-apartments-international-students-tokyo-2026\/#Ward_Guides_by_University_Location\" >Ward Guides by University Location<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Rental_Apartments_%E2%80%94_Not_Dorms_%E2%80%94_Are_the_Standard_for_International_Students_in_Tokyo\"><\/span><strong>Why Rental Apartments \u2014 Not Dorms \u2014 Are the Standard for International Students in Tokyo<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>University dormitories in Tokyo are extremely limited. Waseda University, for example, offers dormitory places to fewer than 10% of its international student population (Waseda University Housing Office, 2025). Most students must find private housing within the first two to four weeks of arrival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Private rental apartments for international students in Tokyo are available across all 23 wards. Acceptance rates for foreign applicants have improved significantly over the past five years \u2014 provided you arrive with the right document set and a qualifying guarantor arrangement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rental-for-international-students-2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5911\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rental-for-international-students-2.webp 800w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rental-for-international-students-2-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rental-for-international-students-2-768x384.webp 768w\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Your compact 1K home in Tokyo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_to_Rent_in_Tokyo_as_an_International_Student\"><\/span><strong>Documents Required to Rent in Tokyo as an International Student<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Japanese landlords require a standard document set. For rental apartments aimed at international students in Tokyo, the required paperwork includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Certificate of Enrollment (\u5728\u5b66\u8a3c\u660e\u66f8)<\/strong> \u2014 issued by your university or language school<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Residence Card (\u5728\u7559\u30ab\u30fc\u30c9)<\/strong> \u2014 showing student visa status<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Passport copy<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Proof of financial support<\/strong> \u2014 bank statement with \u00a5500,000+ or a sponsor letter from a parent abroad<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Emergency contact in Japan<\/strong> \u2014 often a university international office staff member<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Guarantor information<\/strong> \u2014 personal Japanese guarantor or rental guarantee company (\u4fdd\u8a3c\u4f1a\u793e, hosh\u014d gaisha)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are arriving from overseas without a Residence Card yet, some landlords accept a pre-arrival application with passport, visa documents, and enrollment confirmation. See our guide on<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/rent-japan-apartment-from-overseas-before-arrival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> how to rent a Japan apartment from overseas before arrival<\/a> for the full remote application process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Guarantor_System_for_Student_Visa_Holders\"><\/span><strong>The Guarantor System for Student Visa Holders<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The guarantor requirement is the most common obstacle for international students seeking rental apartments in Tokyo. Most landlords require one of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>personal Japanese guarantor (\u4fdd\u8a3c\u4eba)<\/strong> \u2014 a Japanese resident with stable income who co-signs the lease<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A <strong>rental guarantee company (\u4fdd\u8a3c\u4f1a\u793e)<\/strong> \u2014 a third-party service that covers unpaid rent, charging a one-time fee of 0.5\u20131\u00d7 monthly rent<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>For rental apartments for international students in Tokyo, the guarantee company route is almost always more practical. Companies such as <strong>Global Trust Networks (GTN)<\/strong>, <strong>Roommate<\/strong>, and <strong>Leonet<\/strong> specifically serve foreign nationals and accept student visas. GTN in particular has the widest acceptance among Tokyo landlords.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gtn.co.jp\/en\/apartment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GTN Foreigner Housing Support<\/a> \u2014 official site for guarantee company services for foreign nationals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some university international offices have agreements with specific guarantee companies. Ask your student support center before you start searching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For apartments that waive the guarantor entirely, see our<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/no-guarantor-apartments-tokyo-foreigners-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> no guarantor apartments in Tokyo for foreigners<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rental_Prices_by_Ward_What_International_Students_Pay_in_2026\"><\/span><strong>Rental Prices by Ward: What International Students Pay in 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The ward matters as much as the apartment type when looking for rental apartments for international students in Tokyo. Below are realistic 1K (20\u201325\u33a1) prices near major university clusters:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Ward (\u533a)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Avg. 1K rent\/month<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Closest universities<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Shinjuku-ku<\/td><td>\u00a585,000\u2013\u00a595,000<\/td><td>Waseda, Sophia<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bunkyo-ku<\/td><td>\u00a580,000\u2013\u00a592,000<\/td><td>Tokyo University, Toyo, Nihon<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Toshima-ku (Ikebukuro)<\/td><td>\u00a570,000\u2013\u00a582,000<\/td><td>Rikkyo, Gakushuin<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Suginami-ku<\/td><td>\u00a565,000\u2013\u00a578,000<\/td><td>Hosei, Kokushikan<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nerima-ku<\/td><td>\u00a558,000\u2013\u00a570,000<\/td><td>Musashino, Tokorozawa line schools<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Edogawa-ku<\/td><td>\u00a555,000\u2013\u00a568,000<\/td><td>TUS Noda campus line, budget option<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: SUUMO rental market data, Q1 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students at Waseda or Sophia typically look in<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/tokyo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Shinjuku ward<\/a>, while those at Tokyo University target<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/bunkyo-apartments-for-rent-foreigners-tokyo-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Bunkyo ward<\/a> or<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/ikebukuro-apartments-for-rent-foreigners-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Ikebukuro in Toshima-ku<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rental-for-international-students-3.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5913\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rental-for-international-students-3.webp 800w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rental-for-international-students-3-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rental-for-international-students-3-768x384.webp 768w\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Guarantor system and lease signing process<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Share_House_vs_Rental_Apartments_for_International_Students_in_Tokyo\"><\/span><strong>Share House vs Rental Apartments for International Students in Tokyo<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Share houses are popular as a first-step option for international students in Tokyo because move-in requires minimal documentation and can happen within 2\u20133 days. Monthly costs: \u00a545,000\u2013\u00a565,000 all-inclusive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Private rental apartments for international students in Tokyo offer more stability, a fixed registerable address, and better long-term value for stays over 6 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><\/td><td><strong>Share house<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Private 1K apartment<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Move-in time<\/td><td>2\u20133 days<\/td><td>1\u20133 weeks<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Documents<\/td><td>Minimal<\/td><td>Full set<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Monthly cost<\/td><td>\u00a545,000\u2013\u00a565,000<\/td><td>\u00a555,000\u2013\u00a595,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Utilities<\/td><td>Included<\/td><td>+\u00a58,000\u2013\u00a515,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>University address use<\/td><td>Confirm with school<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For more on share houses, see our<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/share-house-japan-tokyo-apartments-foreigner-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> share house in Japan for foreigners guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Apply_Step-by-Step_Process\"><\/span><strong>How to Apply: Step-by-Step Process<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The application process for rental apartments for international students in Tokyo follows a consistent sequence:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Search<\/strong> \u2014 SUUMO, Homes.co.jp, or<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/tokyo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Arealty&#8217;s foreigner-friendly Tokyo listings<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Schedule viewings<\/strong> \u2014 most agencies allow same-day viewings on weekdays<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Submit application<\/strong> \u2014 with all documents above<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Guarantor screening<\/strong> \u2014 2\u20135 business days with a guarantee company<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Contract signing<\/strong> \u2014 in person or remotely via DocuSign<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Initial payment<\/strong> \u2014 3\u20135\u00d7 monthly rent (deposit + key money if any + first month + agency fee + guarantee fee)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Move-in<\/strong> \u2014 key handover on contract start date<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Initial costs for a \u00a570,000\/month apartment average \u00a5250,000\u2013\u00a5400,000. Budget for this before departure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jasso.go.jp\/en\/study_j\/sgtj.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">JASSO Student Life Support \u2014 Housing in Japan<\/a> \u2014 official Japan Student Services Organization guide on student housing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_Tips_Before_You_Arrive\"><\/span><strong>Practical Tips: Before You Arrive<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Apply 4\u20136 weeks before arrival.<\/strong> Landlords rarely hold units beyond 2 weeks, but an early start gives time for remote guarantor screening.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Get your enrollment certificate early.<\/strong> Language schools issue these by email before arrival; universities usually issue on or after orientation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Open a Japan Post Bank account in week 1.<\/strong> Most landlords require automatic bank transfer (\u53e3\u5ea7\u632f\u66ff). Japan Post Bank (\u3086\u3046\u3061\u3087\u9280\u884c) is the easiest to open without a long visa history.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ask your international office for agency recommendations.<\/strong> Many have informal partnerships with agencies experienced in international student applications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more on the full student rental process, see our<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/student-apartments-tokyo-best-areas-how-to-apply-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> student apartments in Tokyo guide<\/a> and our<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/student-housing-japan-tokyo-rental-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> student housing Japan checklist<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rental-for-international-students-4.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5914\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rental-for-international-students-4.webp 800w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rental-for-international-students-4-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rental-for-international-students-4-768x384.webp 768w\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Community Living in a Tokyo Share House.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_Rental_Apartments_for_International_Students_in_Tokyo\"><\/span><strong>FAQ: Rental Apartments for International Students in Tokyo<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can I apply for rental apartments in Tokyo before arriving in Japan?<\/strong> Yes \u2014 many agencies accept remote applications. You submit scanned documents by email, the agency does a virtual viewing, and you sign digitally before departure. See our<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/rent-japan-apartment-from-overseas-before-arrival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> overseas rental application guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Which guarantee company accepts student visas?<\/strong> GTN and Roommate are the most widely used. Both accept student visas, process in English, and charge 0.5\u20131\u00d7 monthly rent as a one-time fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How long does the application take?<\/strong> Guarantor screening: 2\u20135 days. Contract preparation: 3\u20137 days. Total from document submission to keys: 10\u201321 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can scholarship stipends count as proof of income?<\/strong> Yes. JASSO and Monbukagakusho stipends are accepted by many landlords. Provide a letter from your scholarship organization confirming monthly payment amount.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ward_Guides_by_University_Location\"><\/span><strong>Ward Guides by University Location<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/tokyo\/shinjuku-ku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shinjuku apartments for rent<\/a> \u2014 Waseda, Sophia. 1K from \u00a580,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/tokyo\/bunkyo-ku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bunkyo apartments for rent<\/a> \u2014 Tokyo University, Toyo. 1K from \u00a578,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/ikebukuro-apartments-for-rent-foreigners-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ikebukuro apartments for rent<\/a> \u2014 Rikkyo, Gakushuin. 1K from \u00a570,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/tokyo\/suginami-ku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Suginami apartments for rent<\/a> \u2014 Hosei, Kokushikan. 1K from \u00a565,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2192<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/tokyo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Browse all rental apartments for international students in Tokyo<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>By Lucy , Real Estate Advisor at Arealty Japan. Lucy has assisted over 200 international students in securing Tokyo apartments since 2022.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rental apartments for international students in Tokyo typically cost between \u00a555,000 and \u00a595,000 per month for a 1K unit, according to 2025 data from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Housing Supply Corporation (JKK Tokyo). 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