For First-time Users of JKK Tokyo

For First-time Users of JKK Tokyo

UR/JKK コンシェルジュ oversees the customer application process for JKK Tokyo (Tokyo Metropolitan Housing Service Corporation) and introduces their myriad of residential renting.

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government holds full ownership of JKK Tokyo.
JKK Tokyo manages and provides almost 450 properties and 70,000 rooms in a range of locations spanning from the heart of Tokyo to the suburbs.

Why Choose JKK Tokyo

Two styles of rental housing tailored to your specific needs

Two styles of housing, namely Tokyoite and General, are offered to assist customers find their perfect home in the most efficient way.
Tokyoite General
Features Tokyoite housing matches the customer’s income level to rooms that offer appropriate subsidy systems. General housing offers a wide range of rooms to suit your household situation flexibly, whether individual or family.
» More about Tokyoite housing » More about General housing
Better Costs than Typical Market Prices

Relative to typical rents in Tokyo, you will be able to live in a 2LDK room for the equivalent lower price of a 1LDK room.

Reliable 24/7 Customer Service

We respond immediately to any emergency situations such as water leaks, accidents, and fires at our 24/7 customer service center.

Details of the Restoration Clause are Transparent

We provide clear explanation on the level of cleaning and restoration we expect when a customer moves out, which alleviates additional cost and increases the assurance of a full deposit return.

Key Benefits

No Gratuity Fee

The only costs required in the contract include the security deposit (2-month or 3-month aggregate of the contract rent), daily rent and service fee.

No Brokerage Fee

Initial costs can be reduced significantly as there are no obligatory brokerage fees

No Renewal Fee

Renewal processes involve no fee and are automated for enhanced convenience.

Rent Payment Assistance Available

The burden of rent payments can be reduced.
* Only applicable to select Tokyoite housing

No Renewal Fee

If you have a child, elderly or pregnant lady in your household, you can apply to have 7-day priority on a property after it has been listed publicly.
* Only applicable to select General housing

Tokyoite Housing General Housing
No Gratuity Fee
No Brokerage Fee
No Renewal Fee
Rent Payment Assistance Only select rooms (*1~4)
7-day Priority Only select rooms
Residential Use Type Joint Corporate Contract Corporate Contract / Joint Corporate Contract
*1. The amount of rent payment assistance will be based on your income situation.
*2. Rent subsidies may not be available depending on your income situation even for appropriate properties that offer this service.
*3. Beginning on the day of residential management, rent subsidies can extend for as long as 20 years.
*4. After 20 years, the rent payment assistance will end even if debt still remains.

Conditions of Move-in

Tokyoite Housing General Housing
Qualified Customers Households with more than two members (*1) Households with more than two members / Individual (*1)
Income Requirements The household income must comply with the standards fixed by JKK Tokyo (*2) Must fall under either A or B:
A: Your monthly income is above the minimum amount fixed by JKK Tokyo (*2).
B: Your savings total to at least 100 times the monthly rent (*2 / *3).
*1. Depending on specific room policies, individual customers may be authorized to apply.
*2. Standards may vary depending on the family count.
*1. Individual applicants can apply in districts for rooms with spaces under 3DK and in cities under 3LDK.
*2. The standard may vary depending on the cost of rent.
*3. The applicant themselves must be at least 60 years old.
» More about Tokyoite housing » More about General housing

Use for Corporate Housing

JKK Tokyo properties can be utilized for corporate housing.
When applying for corporate housing, there are two types of contracts, namely, Corporate Contract and Joint Corporate Contract. The appropriate contract will differ based on whether it is Tokyoite or General housing.
Corporate Contract Joint Corporate Contract
Features This is a contract signed between JKK Tokyo and the customer’s affiliated company. This is a joint contract between the customer plus their affiliated company, and JKK Tokyo.
Tenant (Official name on the contract) The customer’s affiliated company. Both the affiliated company and the customer’s full name.
Tenant Requirements Must be an employee of the lessee. Must be an employee of the lessee.
Must meet the resident qualifications for Tokyoite housing (applicable only when Tokyoite housing is selected).
Changing Tenants Accepted Not Accepted
Qualified Housing Type Only select General housing Only select General and Tokyoite housing

Typical Move-In Process for JKK Tokyo

We will guide you through the typical process from initial application to move-in at JKK Tokyo. From application to contract completion, the duration can take up to a maximum of three weeks.
Corporate Contract Joint Corporate Contract
1.Search Search available rooms on the JKK official website.
2.Submit a Room-Viewing Application When you have found a room that fits your needs, you will fill in the Room-Viewing Application.

There are two ways to file a Room-Viewing Application:
・Sign up as a user on the JKK Tokyo website and complete the Room-Viewing Application.
・Complete the Room-Viewing Application through the Public Housing Service Center or the ten Customer Service Counters located across Tokyo.
3.Reserve the Date and Time for Your Room-Viewing Call the number listed on your Room-Viewing Form issued after completion and reserve an appropriate date and time.
According to JKK Tokyo’s policy, you must select a date within three days of submitting the Room-Viewing Application (including the day of submission).
4.Room-Viewing Borrow a key form the property’s Management Office and view the room.
5. Move-In Request Application If you like the room, you will then fill out the Move-In Request Application.
You may directly skip to the Move-In Request Application even if you have not physically viewed the room.

There are two ways to file a Move-In Request Application:
・Sign up as a user on the JKK Tokyo website and complete the Move-In Request Application.
・JComplete the Move-In Request Application through the Public Housing Service Center or the ten Customer Service Counters located across Tokyo.
6.Mail your Qualifications Screening Documents JKK Tokyo will mail you a guide to the qualifications screening documents required of you. Attaching the required files listed, you must mail back your documents to JKK Tokyo.
7.Results JKK Tokyo will mail you back the results after thoroughly examining your documents.
8.Deposit Payment Make a deposit to the financial institution designated by JKK Tokyo.
9.Contract Complete the contract at the Public Housing Service Center. You will receive the house key at the Center immediately after the contract has been discussed appropriately and signed.
10.Move In Move in no later than the date specified by JKK Tokyo after the completion of the contract. Note that the daily rent and service fees will be incurred beginning the day of contract completion.

From Application to Move-In

UR/JKK コンシェルジュ, which oversees the customer application process for JKK Tokyo (Tokyo Metropolitan Housing Service Corporation), will guide you through the step-by-step process from application to moving in your new home.

If you are utilizing UR/JKK コンシェルジュ

Application

Application

Our staff will listen to your needs and use our expertise to recommend the best rooms for you. At this point, we will consider your eligibility.

» More about Tokyoite housing » More about General housing

Search

Search

We will search for your perfect room on your behalf and contact you with several options as soon as possible.

Room-Viewing

Room-Viewing

Our staff will guide you during your room-viewing and answer any questions you may have.

Move-In Request Application

Move-In Request Application

After you have filled in the required information, our professional staff will complete the rest as needed and submit to JKK Tokyo.

Delivery

Mail your Qualifications Screening Documents

Our highly qualified staff will assist you in document preparation and processing. JKK Tokyo will mail you a guide to the qualifications screening documents required of you. Attaching the required files listed, you must mail back your documents to JKK Tokyo.

If you are completing the procedure independently

Search

Search

Search through the myriad of rooms listed on JKK Tokyo’s website and select your favorites.

Room- Viewing Application

Room- Viewing Application

Once you have found your preferred room, contact the Public Housing Service Center and submit your Room-Viewing Application.

Reserve your Room-Viewing

Reserve your Room-Viewing

Call the number listed on your Room-Viewing Form issued and reserve an appropriate date and time.

Room-Viewing

Room-Viewing

Borrow a key form the property’s Management Office and view the room.

Move-In Request Application

Move-In Request Application

If you like the room, you will then fill out the Move-In Request Application through the JKK Tokyo website or the Public Housing Service Center.

Delivery

Mail your Qualifications Screening Documents

Any emerging issues will have to be solved independently. JKK Tokyo will mail you a guide to the qualifications screening documents required of you. Attaching the required files listed, you must mail back your documents to JKK Tokyo.

Hereafter, all procedures will be dealt by the customer independently.

Delivery of Results

Delivery of results and eligibility

JKK Tokyo will mail you back the results after thoroughly examining your documents.

Payment

Deposit Payment

Make a deposit to the financial institution designated by JKK Tokyo.

Contract

Contract

Complete the contract at the Public Housing Service Center. You will receive the house key at the Center immediately after the contract has been discussed appropriately and signed.

Move In

Move In

Move in no later than the date specified by JKK Tokyo after the completion of the contract. Note that the daily rent and service fees will be incurred beginning the day of contract completion.