TUJ uses dorm facilities in the greater Tokyo area and has a live-in dorm manager to support TUJ students. In accordance with Temple University policies, all TUJ facilities including the dorms are no-smoking and no-alcohol. A dorm manual with explanations on other rules and policies is distributed at the time of check-in. For those who are assigned a room at TUJ contracted dorms, here is the Housing Policy (PDF) New Tab. Students found in violation of these rules may be subject to disciplinary procedures under Temple University's Student Conduct Code. Depending on the severity and frequency of the violation, students may be expelled from TUJ housing and/or the university.
Yoga Parkside Residence (from Fall 2026)
The Yoga Parkside Residence is a brand new 184 bed TUJ dorm. It is a co-ed dorm located in Setagaya-ku, Tokyo. The commute to the City Campus (Sangenjaya) is about 24 minutes and to the Hillside Center (Mizonokuchi) about 31 minutes using the Tokyu Line.
Yoga is a nice residential neighborhood with shopping, supermarkets and restaurants around the station (9 mins walk from the dorm). There is a very large park called Kinuta Park just an 8-minute walk away.
Rooms and Facilities
A standard single room is between 16-18 sqm and comes equipped with a bed, a private bathroom with a shower, a desk and a chair, an A/C unit, a small refrigerator, washing machine, a sink, a microwave and a closet. Bedding (pillow, blanket, and sheets) is provided, but towels are not. High-speed WiFi internet is provided.
The building is a NON-SMOKING environment. It offers a large lounge area and shared kitchens on the 1st floor.
Tokyo Student-House Musashi Kosugi
The Musashi-Kosugi Dorm is a co-ed dorm located in Kawasaki, Kanagawa. The commute to the City Campus is about 50 minutes using the Tokyu Lines and about 40 minutes to the Hillside Center by JR Nambu Line.
Musashi-Kosugi Station has many stores and restaurants catering to college students. The Tokyu Line provides direct access to Shibuya and Yokohama, two shopping and entertainment centers in the Tokyo metropolitan area.
Rooms and Facilities
A standard single room is about 11-12 square meters and comes equipped with a bed, a private bathroom with a shower, a desk and a chair, an A/C unit, a refrigerator, and a closet. Bedding (pillow, blanket, and sheets) is provided, but towels are not. High-speed WiFi internet is provided.
The building has a cafeteria (no meal plan included in the housing fees – students can pay a la carte if they eat there), a lounge, a garden terrace, multipurpose rooms, a small fitness gym, a shared kitchen, and a laundry room with coin-operated machines.
Nogawadai Dorm
The Nogawadai Dorm is a co-ed dorm located in Kawasaki, Kanagawa. The commute to the City Campus is about 50 minutes using the bus and the Tokyu Line and about 35 minutes to the Hillside Center either by bus only or the bus and the Tokyu Line.
Saginuma Station is a nice residential neighborhood with shopping and restaurants. Students may also use Kajigaya Station on The Tokyu Line (only a local stop).
Rooms and Facilities
A standard single room is slightly bigger than the one in other dorms and comes equipped with a bed, a private bathroom with a shower, a desk and a chair, an A/C unit, a small refrigerator, and a closet. Bedding (pillow, blanket, and sheets) is provided, but towels are not. High-speed WiFi internet is provided.
The building has a large lounge area, yard, a multipurpose room, shared kitchens on each floor, and a laundry room with coin-operated machines.
Kamikita House
The Kamikita Dorm is a co-ed dorm located in Suginami-ku, Tokyo. The commute to the City Campus is about 45 minutes using the Tokyu Line and the Keio Line and about 65-70 minutes to the Hillside Center by the Keio Line (express) and JR Nambu Line.
It is located near Kami-kitazawa Station but students may also use Sakurajosui Station.
Rooms and Facilities
A standard single room is about 12 square meters and comes equipped with a bed, a private bathroom with a shower, a desk and a chair, an A/C unit, a refrigerator, and a closet. Bedding (pillow, blanket, and sheets) is provided, but towels are not. High-speed WiFi internet is provided.
The building has a lounge, study rooms, movie theater/gaming room, a rooftop garden, a shared kitchen, and a laundry room with card-operated machines.
Depending on the semester, Double (with 1 roommate), Triple (with 2 roommates) and Shared (with up to 5 roommates) may be available. Triple and Shared rooms have a small common space.
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Hakusan House
The Hakusan Dorm is a co-ed dorm located in Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo. The commute to the City Campus is about 45 minutes using the Toei Line and the Tokyo Metro which gets connected to the Tokyu Line and about 65-70 minutes to the Hillside Center.
It is located near Hakusan Station on Toei Mita Line.
Rooms and Facilities
Please refer to Kamikita House as the room layouts are very similar.
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Homestay
Nextage (Homestay in Japan) offers the exceptional opportunity for TUJ students to live with Japanese families. This is a good option for students who wish to become more immersed into Japanese culture and language. 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 (breakfast and dinner), participate in Japanese family life, and spend meaningful time with the family. Students will make a private contract with Nextage and abide by all the terms and conditions set by them after selecting the homestay option in TUJ housing application form. Students agree that Nextage will communicate with TUJ regarding the entry into homestay arrangements and the status of the homestay.
Joseph G
I chose a homestay to improve my Japanese quickly. It was a real learning curve, and I realized how much I needed to learn, but it got easier with practice. The biggest surprise, and what I now see as the greatest benefit, was the relationship I built with my wonderful host family. I gained priceless exposure to Japanese social life and communication styles, something beyond just the Japanese language. I'd recommend a homestay to anyone who is ready to make lifelong friends and see everyday life in Japan from a new perspective. It's challenging, but incredibly rewarding.
Alexandra Stauffer
Class of 2024, Major(main campus): Anthropology
During my time at TUJ, pursuing a homestay allowed me to deeply connect with Japanese language and culture. Speaking Japanese every day at home, my language skills improved to the point of becoming conversational. My host family introduced me to Japanese holidays, and we celebrated together, even attending local soccer and futsal matches. It was an unforgettable experience that I'm immensely grateful for. I strongly encourage homestays at TUJ to build community connections, try new foods, play games, and learn from people with unique perspectives. I would pursue it again given the chance.）