Can foreigners live in a share house?

Depending on the type of share house, there are some properties that allow foreigners to live there.

In recent years, the number of share houses that accept foreigners has been increasing, and they are accepting foreigners with a specific goal in mind, such as "I want to learn Japanese" or "I want to experience Japanese culture."

In shared houses for foreigners, people with different backgrounds from all over the world gather and engage in lively communication.

This will provide you with more opportunities to share different cultures and values ​​and learn languages ​​while living in Japan.

4 benefits of living with foreigners in a share house

Next, we will introduce four benefits of living together in a share house that is also suitable for foreigners.

Benefit 1: Studying a language

A major benefit of living in a share house for foreigners is that you can learn a foreign language through communal living.

When it comes to learning a language, nothing beats immersion - spending time completely immersed in a different language.

In a share house for foreigners, you will live together with people from overseas, so you will inevitably have more opportunities to come into contact with foreign languages, and as a result, you will naturally learn foreign languages.

Wouldn't it be very appealing to be in an environment where you are surrounded by native speakers of the language you want to learn?

Be sure to check in advance what languages ​​people living in the share house speak.

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Benefit 2: Expand your network of friends around the world

Another great attraction of share houses for foreigners is the opportunity to expand your circle of friends through interactions with people from all over the world.

Share houses for foreigners attract people from all over the world, regardless of country or region.
As you live together with them, you will naturally become closer to them and your relationship may develop into that of friends or even a couple.

Furthermore, it is not uncommon for people to continue to interact with their roommates even after they have finished living in the share house.
Living in a share house for foreigners is a chance to expand your circle of friends all over the world.

Benefit 3: Learn about differences in culture and values

Another benefit of living in a share house for foreigners is that you can experience firsthand the differences in culture and values.

By interacting with roommates from diverse backgrounds, you can learn about their "living" cultures and ways of thinking.
Recently, there has been an increase in English conversation cafes and services that allow online interaction with people from overseas, but it is still in everyday life that people's true nature comes out.

In that respect, communal living, where you can experience the true values ​​and culture of your sharemates, can be said to be a major strength of shared houses for foreigners.

Furthermore, living in a share house allows you to come into contact with the cultures and values ​​of other countries, which can also be an opportunity to reexamine Japanese culture.
Living together with people from other countries not only allows you to gain a deeper understanding of Japanese culture, but also broadens your own horizons.

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Benefit #4: Become more sociable

Some people say that through interacting with their roommates, they have lost their resistance to foreigners and are now able to communicate in a positive way.

When it comes to English conversation or traveling abroad, many people probably find themselves "not proactively trying to communicate."
When you can't communicate using the same language, you inevitably become passive.

However, living in a shared house means there are many situations where active communication is required, so any resistance to communicating with foreigners naturally fades away.

Also, depending on the culture of your home country, many people express their own opinions, and through interacting with such people, your personality may change socially.

Two disadvantages of living in a share house with foreigners

Now that we've covered the benefits of living in a share house for foreigners, we'll also tell you about the disadvantages.

Disadvantages: Communication can be difficult

When living in a shared house for foreigners, there are cases where the language barrier makes it difficult to communicate with your roommates.

In particular, if you do not know each other's languages ​​well, communication will be difficult and it will take time to resolve any problems that arise.

Share house management companies usually have native staff on-site, so if you have any trouble with a foreign tenant, be sure to consult the management company.

Disadvantages 2: Japanese common sense may not apply

One disadvantage of living in a shared house aimed at foreigners is that Japanese common sense may not apply.

Even actions that you take with good intentions may lead to unexpected trouble if the culture is different.
On the other hand, it is possible that you may become irritated by the other person's innocent behavior.

Below are some common problems faced by people living in share houses for foreigners.

Common problems when living with foreigners

• Bringing a friend or partner to a share house


• Making noise late at night and loud footsteps


• Throw parties frequently


• Not washing the dishes or clearing the table


• The toilet door is left open

When living in a share house for foreigners, be aware that each roommate will have different common sense and values, and try to keep an open mind.

Important points to remember when living in a share house for foreigners

It is important to understand the advantages and disadvantages of living together with foreigners and then consider how to live together with them successfully.

In order to live successfully with foreigners, it is important to overcome language and cultural differences and deepen mutual understanding.

Here are three useful points to keep in mind when living in a share house for foreigners.

Don't deny the other person's values

To live successfully with foreigners in a shared house, it is important to respect their culture and values ​​without denying them.

When interacting with people who grew up in different living environments, you will often encounter situations where your values ​​differ from your own. Even if there are differences of opinion, it is important to understand them as intercultural differences and share them rather than rejecting them.

By adopting this kind of attitude, you will be able to increase your satisfaction with each other's lives and live a fulfilling life together.

Actively communicate and listen to feelings

When living together in a share house, it is important to actively communicate with each other. By proactively expressing your thoughts and feelings, you can prevent misunderstandings and problems and build a good community life.

Similarly, it is important to listen carefully to what the other person is saying and try to understand their feelings. By listening to what the other person has to say and communicating your thoughts, especially when there are language and cultural differences, you can deepen your relationship of trust.

Not being sensitive to rules

It is common for shared houses to have rules, but when living with foreigners, try not to worry too much about them. Being too sensitive about the rules can make you feel uncomfortable.

The important thing is to follow the rules, but also be flexible and adapt to the situation. Accepting small mistakes and differences in habits, and sometimes reaching a compromise, is the key to enjoying communal life.

Share houses for foreigners are recommended for those who want to have international exchange

There are share houses for foreigners where you can live together with other foreigners.

In this article, we have explained the advantages and disadvantages of living with foreigners in a share house, and also introduced some points to keep in mind when living in a share house aimed at foreigners.

Living with foreigners in a share house is a great opportunity for people who want to have international exchange, as it allows them to encounter new cultures, improve their language skills, and broaden their perspective.

Please take advantage of this opportunity and enjoy living together with foreigners in a share house for foreigners.

Cross House Co., Ltd. operates a large number of share house properties, mainly in Tokyo. We also have share houses for foreigners, so if you are interested, please feel free to contact us.