Basic preparations for moving to a share house
If this is your first time moving into a shared house, you may be confused about the procedure.
The items to check and the procedure for moving are as follows:
Information about a share house you should check before moving
Before moving to a share house, be sure to check the following two points.
- Contract details
- Rent and maintenance fees
When moving in, you will need to check whether you will have to pay not only rent but also initial fees and management fees, whether you will have to pay common area fees and what these are included in, and what the minimum occupancy period is.
If you have WiFi available, check the speed.
In shared houses with many residents, the speed may slow down in the evenings when the residents return home, making it difficult to even surf the internet.
In addition, each share house has its own rules, so be sure to check them.
These include the usage hours of shared spaces such as the kitchen and living room, division of cleaning duties, and whether or not visitors are allowed.
By understanding and following these rules, you can avoid trouble with other residents.
Choosing a share house with rules that you can agree with is the first step towards living comfortably.
How to create a moving schedule
The schedule for moving to a share house is as follows:
- If you like the property after viewing it, apply to move in.
- Submit the documents required for the rental application
- If you pass the entrance examination, you will pay the initial fee.
- Once the contract is complete, you will receive the keys and move in on your move-in date.
If you are currently renting your home, you will decide your move-in date after deciding your move-out date.
If you are going to use a moving company, make sure you book early.
Also, please be aware that in many cases you will not be able to bring in your belongings before your move-in date.
Here's what you need to do before the day of your move:
[Up to 10 days in advance]
- Procedures for disconnecting currently used utilities such as gas, water, and electricity
- Mail forwarding procedures
[Up to the day before]
- Submit a moving-out notice (if you are moving to a city or town different from the share house you are moving to)
[Moving day]
- Moving-out procedures (gas shutoff, returning keys)
- Receiving the keys to your share house
Once you have completed your move, you should update your address on your residence registration, driver's license, credit card, etc. within one week.
A list of what you need and don't need
Share houses come equipped with furniture and appliances.
When viewing the property, make sure there are no items you will need and make a list of the items you will bring with you and the items you will not need.
The items you need to bring with you are as follows:
- clothing
- towel
- Bath set
- Toothbrush and face wash
- Bedding (futon set)
- Storage equipment
- hanger
Share house moving process
Here are some points to keep in mind on the day of your move into a share house.
Moving day checklist
There are two important points to keep in mind on the day of your move into a share house:
- Luggage will be delivered during the day
- Greeting other residents
Unlike a normal move, when moving into a shared house, there is no need to apply for or be present for electricity, gas, water, etc.
Once you receive the key, you can move out any time after your move-in date.
In most cases, you will not be able to bring in your belongings before your move-in date, so be sure to check.
The best time to bring in your luggage is during the day.
Moving in at night would create noise from unpacking and other things, which would be a nuisance to other residents.
It is also a good idea to greet the other tenants on the day you move in.
If you say hello, it will be easier to ask questions about things you don't understand at the share house.
Make sure to show up in the common areas and say hello to the people there.
Setting up and organizing your room after moving
The downside of many private rooms in shared houses is that they are small.
Make good use of dead space by placing storage boxes under your bed.
It is also convenient to have a movable hanger rack for clothes.
A clothes rack will help you avoid having a room filled with storage boxes.
How to use shared spaces and greeting etiquette
Each share house has its own rules for the common spaces.
Be sure to check again after you move in to avoid any problems with other tenants.
You also need to greet other residents.
Since everyone has a different daily routine, for the first week or so, make sure to drop by the shared spaces in the morning, afternoon, evening and on weekends.
Bringing a gift is not necessary, but it will leave a good impression and may lead to some conversation.
We recommend individually wrapped sweets, local foods, and everyday items.
Points to keep in mind after moving to a share house
In order to have a comfortable sharehouse life, we will tell you what you should be careful of after moving.
Strict adherence to manners and rules in shared spaces
Shared spaces are a place where trouble is likely to occur.
To avoid this, it is essential to be considerate of other residents and follow the rules strictly.
For example, do not leave personal belongings in the common space, do not do laundry outside of working hours, etc. Rules vary from share house to share house, so be sure to check.
Building good relationships with residents
Greetings are the first step in building good relationships.
Having a relationship where you can help each other when something happens is very reassuring in daily life.
Let's be proactive and say hello.
In addition, share houses often hold events such as welcome parties, cherry blossom viewing parties, Christmas parties, and birthdays.
These events are a chance to socialize with other residents.
Please come and join us and deepen your connections.
What to do if a problem occurs
When multiple people live together in a shared house, problems can sometimes arise.
In some cases, violations of the rules by tenants are resolved by imposing penalties on the violators.
If imposing penalties does not resolve the issue, or if you have other problems, please contact the share house management company.
The management company has the know-how to deal with problems, so they will work towards a smooth resolution.
summary
The key to starting a comfortable life in a shared house is to start preparing before you move in.In addition to checking financial aspects such as the contract details and rent, be sure to also carefully check the share house rules, which will be important for your future living there.
When you move into a share house, be sure to greet the other residents as soon as possible to get to know them better.
Please enjoy your share house life by following the share house rules and actively participating in events!
