CASE STUDY

Helping a Freelancer from Germany Find a Rental Apartment in Tokyo

After nearly three months of unsuccessful searching, a German freelancer secured a Tokyo rental within two weeks through carefully prepared financial documents, translation support, and clear communication with the landlord and management company.

Overview

Hauke, a freelancer from Germany, was searching for a rental apartment in Tokyo. As a foreign resident without domestic income in Japan, finding a property and passing the screening process became extremely difficult, despite having stable overseas income and financial documentation.

Challenge

Many landlords and management companies in Japan are hesitant to approve applications from freelancers or international clients without Japanese employment history or domestic income. Before contacting Rukiye, Hauke had already spent nearly three months searching unsuccessfully for an apartment.

Because his income came primarily from overseas sources, additional explanation and careful communication were required throughout the application and screening process.

Solution

Rukiye worked closely with the client to organize and translate overseas bank statements and supporting financial documents in order to present a clear and trustworthy financial background to the landlord and management company.

In addition to handling the documentation, she maintained close communication throughout the process and helped bridge the gap between the client’s international working style and the expectations of the Japanese rental market.

Result

Within two weeks of beginning the search together, Hauke successfully secured a beautiful rental apartment in Tokyo that matched his needs and lifestyle.