Loyalty Benefits
- May 19, 2026
- Rental System
Loyalty Benefit: For guests who stay 6 months or longer, or returning guests with a good rental and cleanliness record, Bamboo House may waive or... Read More
Initial Move-In Costs
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by Aniket
- May 19, 2026
- Rental System
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Our one-time initial move-in fee covers everything you need to start living at Bamboo House:
the contract process, professional cleaning, and your security deposit.
Unlike a typical Japanese rental, we do not charge:
- Key money (礼金)
- Agent fees
- Guarantor company fees
- Lock change fees
- Fire insurance packages forced into the contract
You also do not need a Japanese guarantor, a Japanese bank account, or a long rental history
to get started. This makes Bamboo House especially helpful for people who:
- Are only planning to stay in Japan for a few months
- Are new to Japan and still setting up documents and bank accounts
- Want to avoid the usual move-in costs that can easily reach thousands of dollars in a normal rental
With Bamboo House, you can move in with a clear, fixed initial fee and monthly rent,
instead of facing multiple surprise charges and complicated procedures that are common in the Japanese rental market.
Guest House Room (Standard) – Initial Fee
50,000 yen
+ first month’s rent
Management & Administration: 20,000 yen
Non-Refundable
Covers reservation handling, check-in/check-out, contract preparation, support during your stay, and basic operational costs.
Service Fee: 10,000 yen
Non-Refundable
Standard room cleaning, linen replacement, and minor wear.
Security Deposit: 20,000 yen
Refundable*
Used if there is damage, heavy dirt, strong odors, smoking, lost keys, abandoned items (such as, furniture or personal belongings) or extra cleaning beyond the standard level.
Please note: if you leave large personal items behind (for example fans, vacuum cleaners,
old suitcases, yoga mats, gym equipment, extra chairs or other furniture) in your room, common areas or trash space, we may
not be able to refund your security deposit. The same way you do not want these items,
we also cannot accept them and must pay to remove and dispose of them.
Guest House Room (Discount – check listing) – Initial Fee
40,000 yen
+ first month’s rent
Management & Administration: 20,000 yen
Non-Refundable
Covers reservation handling, check-in/check-out, contract preparation, support during your stay, and basic operational costs.
Service Fee: 10,000 yen
Non-Refundable
Standard room cleaning, linen replacement, and minor wear.
Security Deposit: 10,000 yen
Refundable*
Used if there is damage, heavy dirt, strong odors, smoking, lost keys, abandoned items (such as, furniture or personal belongings) or extra cleaning beyond the standard level.
Please note: if you leave large personal items behind (for example fans, vacuum cleaners,
old suitcases, yoga mats, gym equipment, extra chairs or other furniture) in your room, common areas or trash space, we may
not be able to refund your security deposit. The same way you do not want these items,
we also cannot accept them and must pay to remove and dispose of them.
Apartment – Initial Fee
70,000 yen
+ first month’s rent
Management & Administration: 20,000 yen
Non-Refundable
Same as guest house – covers contract, support, and administration.
Service Fee: 20,000 yen
Non-Refundable
Standard room cleaning, linen replacement, and minor wear.
Security Deposit: 30,000 yen
Refundable*
Used if there is damage, heavy dirt, strong odors, smoking, lost keys, abandoned items (such as, furniture or personal belongings) or extra cleaning beyond the standard level.
Please note: if you leave large personal items behind (for example fans, vacuum cleaners,
old suitcases, yoga mats, gym equipment, extra chairs or other furniture) in your room, common areas or trash space, we may
not be able to refund your security deposit. The same way you do not want these items,
we also cannot accept them and must pay to remove and dispose of them.
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