Address
304 North Cardinal St.
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
Work Hours
Monday to Friday: 7AM - 7PM
Weekend: 10AM - 5PM
Move-in Costs
Simple process Β· English friendly
How it works
From browsing to move-in, here’s what to expect at every step. The whole process is in English and takes less than a week.
1
Explore properties
Browse our available rooms and houses. See photos, amenities, floor plans, and neighbourhood information β no sign-up needed.
π No account required to browse
2
Meet the community (optional)
For a one-time fee of Β₯1,000, access full profiles of current share house residents β their backgrounds, hobbies, schedules, and what they love about the house. Know exactly who you’ll be living with before you commit.
π₯ Share houses only Β· Studios are independent living
3
Submit your application
Free to apply β takes about 5 minutes. Tell us about yourself, your purpose of stay, and your preferred move-in date. No Japanese documents required.
β Free Β· No commitment Β· Reply within 24 hours
4
Schedule a viewing
We arrange a virtual or in-person property tour. Meet potential housemates, see the space, and ask any questions about the house and neighbourhood.
π In-person or virtual Β· Flexible timing
5
Sign and move in
Simple contract process in English. We walk you through every document before signing. Move-in support and orientation included β welcome to the Don Holdings community.
π English contract Β· No guarantor Β· No key money
Ready to get started?
Browse available rooms or submit an application β free, no commitment, reply within 24 hours.
Apply now βCommon questions
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before applying. Can’t find your answer? Contact us directly.
About the properties
All utilities (electricity, gas, water), high-speed internet, and furnished bedroom are included. There is no key money, no agent fee, and no hidden charges. At the end of each month, if household utility consumption is below the budgeted amount, the surplus is refunded proportionally to residents.
Share houses are multi-bedroom homes where you have a private furnished room and share a kitchen, living room, and bathrooms with other residents. Studios are self-contained 1-room apartments with your own private kitchen and bathroom. Our studios open in August 2026.
Yes. All rooms come with a bed, desk, chair, wardrobe, and basic storage. Common areas in share houses are fully equipped including kitchen appliances, washing machine, and wifi router.
Current share house properties are within a 5-minute walk of Nishiya Station (JR Tokaido Line), giving direct access to central Yokohama in around 15 minutes and Tokyo in 35β40 minutes.
Contracts and requirements
Yes. All contracts are provided in English and we walk every new tenant through the document before signing. There are no Japanese-only documents in our process.
No. We do not require a Japanese guarantor. We handle our own screening process and do not use a third-party guarantor service.
We prioritise long-term residents and actively seek tenants planning to stay 6β12 months or longer. That said, there is no fixed minimum stay β contact us to discuss your situation and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Passport copy, proof of visa status (or visa application status if you are still arriving), and a brief personal statement about your purpose of stay. No Japanese documents required.
Move-in costs
| Item | Share House |
|---|---|
| First month’s rent | Room price (pro-rated if mid-month) |
| Security deposit | Β₯[X] β fully refundable |
| Admin fee | Β₯[X] β one-time |
| Key money | Β₯0 β we don’t charge it |
| Agent fee | Β₯0 β no agents involved |
Yes, in full, provided there is no damage beyond normal wear and tear. We conduct a move-out inspection together with you so there are no surprises.
Visas and registration
Yes. You can register your address at any Don Holdings property for your residence card (ε¨ηγ«γΌγ).
We require a valid long-term visa (student, work, specified skilled worker, etc.) or proof of a pending long-term visa application. We cannot accommodate tourist visa stays.
Community and support
Community Access is an optional one-time payment of Β₯1,000 that gives you full access to detailed profiles of current share house residents before you apply β their backgrounds, hobbies, and what they love about living at Don Holdings. This applies to share houses only.
Contact us directly. We manage all properties ourselves and respond within 24 hours. We are not a hands-off agency β we are involved in the day-to-day running of each house.
Still have a question? We reply to all enquiries within 24 hours.
Contact us βFull transparency Β· No surprises
Move-in costs
Japan’s rental market is known for complicated upfront costs. Ours aren’t. Here’s exactly what you’ll pay before you get your keys β nothing more.
Share House move-in costs
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| First month’s rent | Room price | Pro-rated if you move in mid-month |
| Security deposit | Β₯[X] | Fully refundable on move-out |
| Admin fee | Β₯[X] | One-time, covers contract processing |
| Key money (η€Όι) | Β₯0 | We don’t charge it |
| Real estate agent fee | Β₯0 | No agents involved |
| Total move-in | Β₯[X] | Varies by room β contact us for exact figure |
What’s included every month
Included in monthly rent
Electricity
Gas
Water
High-speed internet
Furnished room
Kitchen appliances
Washing machine access
Common area use
Not included
Personal groceries
Personal laundry costs
Community Access (optional Β₯1,000 one-time)
Any optional add-on services
Kanoedai Studios move-in costs
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| First month’s rent | Β₯135,000 β Β₯145,000 | Pro-rated if you move in mid-month |
| Security deposit | 2 months rent | Β₯270,000 β Β₯290,000 Β· Fully refundable |
| Admin fee | Β₯[X] | One-time, covers contract processing |
| Management fee | Β₯0 | Included in monthly rent |
| Key money (η€Όι) | Β₯0 | We don’t charge it |
| Real estate agent fee | Β₯0 | No agents involved |
| Total move-in | 3 months rent + admin | Varies by unit β contact us for exact figure |
Opening August 2026. Studios are currently available for pre-registration. Pre-registered applicants get priority access before public listing. Pre-register β
You may pay less than the listed price. Utilities are fully included in the monthly rent β you will never pay more than the room price. At the end of each month, if total household utility consumption is below the budgeted amount, the surplus is calculated and refunded proportionally to all residents. This is not guaranteed every month, but has been a regular occurrence.
No surprises. Ever.
If you have a question about any cost not listed here, contact us and we’ll answer it directly before you apply.
Ask us anything β