Housing Options - Dorms and Homestays

All new students receiving visa sponsorship from TUJ are required to stay in housing arranged by the university during their first semester in Japan. Japanese students and students who do not require a visa may also use TUJ housing. Housing options include staying in a dorm or living with a Japanese family on TUJ's homestay program. TUJ dorm facilities offer a room only and do not offer a meal plan. There is either a shared kitchen or kitchenette in your room to prepare your own meals.

The primary residential facility for long-term degree seeking students is the Ontakesan Dorm. When the Ontakesan facility reaches capacity, we use the Takadanobaba Dorm for overflow housing. Short-term Study Abroad students attending TUJ through Temple University's Study Abroad Program are assigned to TUJ House, the Takadanobaba Dorm, and the Akasaka Dorm.

Ontakesan Dorm

Ontakesan Dorm is located in a quiet residential neighborhood in Ota Ward in Tokyo. The commuting time from the dorm to the campus is approximately 50 minutes by public transportation. The dorm has 59 single bedrooms, each of which is furnished with a TV, a big size refrigerator, a table/chair, a cloak and a bed. Pillow, blanket, and bed sheets are provided, but towels are not. Internet connection is available through a wired Ethernet connection in each room (cables are provided) and a wireless connection in the lounge. Bathrooms and showers, kitchen, lounge, and laundry facilities are shared.

Takadanobaba Dorm

Weekly Mansion Takadanobaba is located in a lively "college town" spot in the Shinjuku Ward of Tokyo. The commute to TUJ is about 40 minutes by subway. Each single room has its own kitchenette and unit bathroom (toilet and shower are together). Pillow, blanket, and bed sheets are provided, but towels are not. High-speed internet connection, small television, telephone, mini refrigerator, basic kitchen utensils, and tableware are provided.

TUJ House

TUJ House is a two-story apartment building located in a residential district in Tokyo called Jiyugaoka. The commuting time from the dorm to campus is approximately 50 minutes by public transportation. TUJ House is fully furnished. It has study rooms, a laundry room, a common space, and 10 two-person units. The room is approximately 28 square meters and contains its own bathroom, bedroom, and kitchen. Pillow, blanket, and bed sheets are provided, but towels are not. Internet connection is available through a wired Ethernet connection in each room (cables are provided).

Homestay

TUJ offers a limited number of homestays for international students with Japanese families. This is a good option for students who wish to become more immersed in Japanese culture and language. Students in homestays will be provided two meals a day and will have a private room. In order to make the best of this experience, students will be expected to adjust to the host family's living arrangement, "live locally," eat a Japanese diet with the host family, participate in Japanese family life, and spend meaningful time with the family. Preference for selection will be given to students who demonstrate cultural sensitivity, flexibility, and a genuine interest and commitment to Japanese culture by speaking Japanese (or be willing to learn, if a beginner) and abiding by Japanese values and customs.

• Homestay Testimonials — Read what students are saying about their homestay experiences!