Housing & Residence Life
Dormitories
There are some dormitories available in the vicinity of Ibaraki. Each dorm offers a fully-furnished room with breakfast and dinner served daily except for Sundays and national holidays. The residence director supervises the dormitories and you can obtain the necessary support from them when you have any difficulties. Each room is equipped with furniture such as a desk, bedding, air conditioner, and closet as well as a free internet connection. For those who prefer to have freedom and independence, the student dorms are an ideal option.
Fee for your reference
| The monthly rent inclusive of utility bills and internet access charge | Approx. JPY 49,650 ～ 80,620/month |
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| One-time expense covers insurance and other administrative and maintenance fees | Approx. JPY 66,000 ～ 145,300/month |
| Additional charge Gas and Electricity expenses |
JPY0 ～ 12,650 (Depends on the location of the dormitory and contract period) |
Pricing is subject to change without notice.
Apartments
Located near JR Ibaraki Station, Lavienne Repos offers all the comforts of apartment living. The rooms are fully furnished and equipped with a bathroom, kitchen, refrigerator, microwave, washing machine, air conditioner, study desk, bed, and internet. A great choice for those bothered by the daily noise of life, and for those who value their privacy.
Fee for your reference
| The monthly rent inclusive of utility bills and internet access charge | Approx. JPY 54,000 ～ 78,000/month |
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| One-time expense covers insurance and other administrative and maintenance fees | Approx. JPY 120,000 ～ 150,000 |
| Additional charge: Water/Gas/Electricity expenses |
Approx. JPY 7,000 ～ 10,000 |
Pricing is subject to change without notice.
Homestays
An immersive experience with a Japanese family could be the highlight of your stay, as it gives exchange students maximum exposure to local customs in real-life settings. You will learn about Japanese lifestyle, culture, and values. As your host family will mostly communicate with you in Japanese, this will also contribute to you acquiring practical language skills.
A room with a desk and bedding will be supplied for you. The homestay fee includes two meals a day. You will be able to keep your living expenses down and have a comfortable stay in Japan.
Please note that there may be certain house rules and curfews to observe. Students intending to sign up for the homestay program are expected to respect the wishes of the host family.
Fee for your reference
| Homestay fee | JPY3,500 (w/o tax) |
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| Arrangement fee | JPY16,000 (w/o tax) |
| Transportation （Bus or Train） expense | JPY0～10,000/month (Depends on the location of the homestay) |
Insurance -Domestic and International-
All exchange students are required to have insurance during their stay in Japan.
Overseas Travel Insurance
OIDAI strongly recommends each student to arrange his/her own overseas travel insurance covering the period from the start from your home to the orientation in Japan, when all exchange students will complete registration for the National Health Insurance and Comprehensive Insurance for Students Lives detailed below.
Usually the orientation will be held within a week from the designated arrival date. The fixed schedule of the orientation will be provided in the package for exchange candidates.
National Health Insurance
All exchange students registered for residential status (and staying longer than 3 months) are REQUIRED to sign up for the Japan National Health Insurance after arrival, in the municipal community of their residence. The program is administered through local governments and funded by participants’ premiums, with subsidies from both the national and prefectural governments. Premiums vary, depending on factors such as the applicant’s annual income earned in Japan, and the number of dependents, with the minimum being approximately JPY 2,000 per month. International students, however, may apply for a premium reduction, at the time of application by declaring they have not received any income in Japan during the previous year. The maximum rate of reduction is 70%. The Japan National Health Insurance policy covers 70% of the cost of general medical and dental care and hospitalization, depending on where the insured resides, and the policies of the local governments there.
Comprehensive Insurance for Students Lives
In addition to the National Health Insurance, all international students MUST be covered by comprehensive Insurance for Students Lives designated by OIDAI in case of injury or sickness during the educational activities. This insurance covers the rest 30% of medical costs among others.
