{"id":5806,"date":"2026-06-03T10:41:37","date_gmt":"2026-06-03T08:41:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/?p=5806"},"modified":"2026-06-03T10:41:38","modified_gmt":"2026-06-03T08:41:38","slug":"suginami-apartments-for-rent-tokyo-foreigners-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/suginami-apartments-for-rent-tokyo-foreigners-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Suginami Apartments for Rent: Tokyo&#8217;s West Side Guide (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Suginami-ku sits west of Shinjuku on the JR Chuo Line, a single corridor that connects three of the most characterful residential neighbourhoods in central Tokyo: Koenji, Asagaya, and Ogikubo. Suginami apartments for rent appeal to a specific type of foreign renter \u2014 one who wants genuine neighbourhood life, reasonable rents, and central Tokyo access without the commercial density of Shinjuku or Shibuya.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide covers the Suginami rental market specifically for foreign residents: what each neighbourhood offers, realistic rent data, foreigner acceptance by sub-area, and the application process. For the adjacent ward to the east, see the<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/nakano-apartments-for-rent-foreigners-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Nakano apartments for rent guide<\/a>. For broader Tokyo rent context, see the<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/average-apartment-rent-in-tokyo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> average rent by ward guide<\/a>. Ready to search now?<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/rent\/tokyo\/suginami-ku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Browse Suginami apartments for rent on Arealty<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/suginami-apartments-for-rent-tokyo-foreigners-2026\/#Suginami_Apartments_for_Rent_Tokyo_Koenji_Asagaya_Ogikubo_for_Foreigners\" >Suginami Apartments for Rent Tokyo: Koenji, Asagaya, Ogikubo for Foreigners<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/suginami-apartments-for-rent-tokyo-foreigners-2026\/#Koenji_%E2%80%94_Creative_Culture_and_Local_Energy\" >Koenji \u2014 Creative Culture and Local Energy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/suginami-apartments-for-rent-tokyo-foreigners-2026\/#Asagaya_%E2%80%94_Quieter_Greener_Same_Access\" >Asagaya \u2014 Quieter, Greener, Same Access<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/suginami-apartments-for-rent-tokyo-foreigners-2026\/#Ogikubo_%E2%80%94_Antiques_Space_Value\" >Ogikubo \u2014 Antiques, Space, Value<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/suginami-apartments-for-rent-tokyo-foreigners-2026\/#Suginami_Apartments_for_Rent_Prices_by_Station_and_Unit_Type\" >Suginami Apartments for Rent: Prices by Station and Unit Type&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/suginami-apartments-for-rent-tokyo-foreigners-2026\/#Suginami_Apartment_Foreigner_Acceptance_%E2%80%94_by_Visa_Type\" >Suginami Apartment Foreigner Acceptance \u2014 by Visa Type&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/suginami-apartments-for-rent-tokyo-foreigners-2026\/#Commute_from_Suginami\" >Commute from Suginami&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/suginami-apartments-for-rent-tokyo-foreigners-2026\/#The_Rental_Process_for_Foreign_Renters\" >The Rental Process for Foreign Renters&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/suginami-apartments-for-rent-tokyo-foreigners-2026\/#Who_Should_Rent_Suginami_Apartments_as_a_Foreign_Renter\" >Who Should Rent Suginami Apartments as a Foreign Renter&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/suginami-apartments-for-rent-tokyo-foreigners-2026\/#Further_Reading\" >Further Reading&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Foreigners_Choose_Suginami_Apartments_for_Rent\"><\/span><strong>Why Foreigners Choose Suginami Apartments for Rent&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Suginami-ku is one of Tokyo&#8217;s most consistently popular wards for longer-term foreign residents. The ward has a large student population from Hosei University and several art schools. An established creative and music subculture gives Suginami a character distinct from most Tokyo wards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Koenji is 12 minutes from Shinjuku on the JR Chuo Rapid Line, Asagaya 14 minutes, Ogikubo 18 minutes. All three have direct access to Shinjuku and the rest of Tokyo&#8217;s rail network. At median 1K rents of \u00a578,000\/month, Suginami offers this access at roughly 22% below Shinjuku-ku&#8217;s median.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Suginami_Apartments_for_Rent_Tokyo_Koenji_Asagaya_Ogikubo_for_Foreigners\"><\/span><strong>Suginami Apartments for Rent Tokyo: Koenji, Asagaya, Ogikubo for Foreigners<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Koenji_%E2%80%94_Creative_Culture_and_Local_Energy\"><\/span><strong>Koenji \u2014 Creative Culture and Local Energy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Koenji is Suginami&#8217;s most internationally known neighbourhood \u2014 a dense, low-rise area famous for vintage clothing shops, live music venues, independent caf\u00e9s, and one of Tokyo&#8217;s strongest subculture communities. The streets around Koenji Station extend north and south into residential blocks that feel distinctly local: shotengai (covered shopping streets), small parks, and a mix of older and newer apartment buildings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For foreign renters, Koenji offers high social density and a walkable neighbourhood. 1K units run \u00a575,000\u2013\u00a598,000\/month near the station, with older wooden-frame buildings available from \u00a565,000\/month in the quieter residential streets. Foreigner acceptance is moderate to high \u2014 the area&#8217;s international character means many landlords have prior foreign tenant experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Asagaya_%E2%80%94_Quieter_Greener_Same_Access\"><\/span><strong>Asagaya \u2014 Quieter, Greener, Same Access<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Asagaya sits one stop west of Koenji and is noticeably quieter. The Pearl Centre shotengai is one of Tokyo&#8217;s longest covered shopping streets. The neighbourhood has a more settled feel than Koenji. Jazz caf\u00e9s and small galleries give Asagaya a distinct cultural identity without the nightlife density of Koenji.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1K rents in Asagaya: \u00a572,000\u2013\u00a592,000\/month. The station is served by both the Chuo Rapid and Chuo-Sobu lines, giving direct access to Shinjuku and to Akihabara and Ochanomizu without transfers. For foreign renters who prefer a calmer daily environment, Asagaya consistently outperforms Koenji on livability per yen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ogikubo_%E2%80%94_Antiques_Space_Value\"><\/span><strong>Ogikubo \u2014 Antiques, Space, Value<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ogikubo sits at the western end of Suginami-ku and is known for its large antique furniture market and the Ogikubo park area. It is the most suburban-feeling of the three stations \u2014 wider streets, more greenery, and buildings that are slightly lower-density than the Koenji end. Rents reflect this: 1K units from \u00a568,000\u2013\u00a588,000\/month. The Chuo Rapid Line reaches Shinjuku in 18 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ogikubo is also served by the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line from Minami-Ogikubo, giving an alternative route to central Tokyo that avoids the Shinjuku transfer entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Suginami-apartments-for-rent-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5808\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Suginami-apartments-for-rent-1.webp 800w, https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Suginami-apartments-for-rent-1-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Suginami-apartments-for-rent-1-768x384.webp 768w\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Students discover hidden vintage treasures<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Suginami_Apartments_for_Rent_Prices_by_Station_and_Unit_Type\"><\/span><strong>Suginami Apartments for Rent: Prices by Station and Unit Type&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Unit type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Koenji<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Asagaya<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Ogikubo<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1K (18\u201325 sqm)<\/td><td>\u00a575,000\u2013\u00a598,000<\/td><td>\u00a572,000\u2013\u00a592,000<\/td><td>\u00a568,000\u2013\u00a588,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1DK (25\u201335 sqm)<\/td><td>\u00a588,000\u2013\u00a5115,000<\/td><td>\u00a582,000\u2013\u00a5108,000<\/td><td>\u00a578,000\u2013\u00a5100,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1LDK (35\u201350 sqm)<\/td><td>\u00a5110,000\u2013\u00a5148,000<\/td><td>\u00a5105,000\u2013\u00a5140,000<\/td><td>\u00a598,000\u2013\u00a5132,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2LDK (50\u201370 sqm)<\/td><td>\u00a5148,000\u2013\u00a5200,000<\/td><td>\u00a5138,000\u2013\u00a5188,000<\/td><td>\u00a5130,000\u2013\u00a5178,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Suginami-ku ward median 1K: \u00a578,000\/month. Ogikubo represents the lower end of the ward range \u2014 one of the better-value 1K sub-markets within a 20-minute Shinjuku commute. For wards below \u00a570,000\/month, see the<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/cheap-apartments-tokyo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> cheap apartments in Tokyo guide<\/a>. Current listings:<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/rent\/tokyo\/suginami-ku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Suginami apartments for rent on Arealty<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Suginami_Apartment_Foreigner_Acceptance_%E2%80%94_by_Visa_Type\"><\/span><strong>Suginami Apartment Foreigner Acceptance \u2014 by Visa Type&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Suginami-ku has moderate-to-high foreigner acceptance rates, comparable to Nakano and better than most outer wards. The university and music subculture presence has created a landlord pool accustomed to diverse tenants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Work visa \/ Spouse visa:<\/strong> accepted by the large majority of Suginami landlords<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Student visa:<\/strong> accepted with enrollment documentation; parental income guarantee needed without Japanese income. See the<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/student-visa-japan-apartment-screening\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> student visa screening guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Working Holiday visa:<\/strong> accepted by a meaningful share of Suginami landlords \u2014 stronger in the Koenji and Asagaya areas than in Ogikubo outer streets. The<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/working-holiday-visa-japan-apartment-rent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> WH rental guide<\/a> covers the document strategy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tourist visa:<\/strong> monthly mansion or share house only \u2014 see<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/tokyo-short-term-apartment-rental\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> short-term rental options in Tokyo<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Commute_from_Suginami\"><\/span><strong>Commute from Suginami&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Destination<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>From Koenji<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>From Asagaya<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>From Ogikubo<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Shinjuku<\/td><td>12 min (Chuo Rapid)<\/td><td>14 min<\/td><td>18 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tokyo Station<\/td><td>22 min<\/td><td>24 min<\/td><td>28 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Akihabara<\/td><td>18 min (Chuo-Sobu)<\/td><td>20 min<\/td><td>24 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Shibuya<\/td><td>~20 min via Shinjuku transfer<\/td><td>~22 min<\/td><td>~26 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ikebukuro<\/td><td>~18 min via Shinjuku<\/td><td>~20 min<\/td><td>~22 min<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Chuo Rapid Line is one of Tokyo&#8217;s highest-frequency services. During morning rush (7:30\u20139:00am) it runs at 2\u20133 minute intervals from Suginami stations. The line is crowded but moves efficiently \u2014 Suginami stations allow boarding without the severity seen at smaller intermediate stops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Rental_Process_for_Foreign_Renters\"><\/span><strong>The Rental Process for Foreign Renters&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The rental process in Suginami follows the standard Tokyo sequence: inquiry \u2192 video walk-through or in-person viewing \u2192 application \u2192 guarantor company screening \u2192 contract. Documents needed: residence card (\u5728\u7559\u30ab\u30fc\u30c9), income proof, 2\u20133 months of bank statements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Move-in costs for a \u00a585,000\/month Suginami apartment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Fee<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Typical amount<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Security deposit<\/td><td>\u00a585,000\u2013\u00a5170,000 (1\u20132 months)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Agency fee<\/td><td>\u00a593,500 incl. tax \u2014 Arealty charges zero<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>First month&#8217;s rent<\/td><td>\u00a585,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Guarantor fee<\/td><td>\u00a530,000\u2013\u00a550,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fire insurance<\/td><td>\u00a515,000\u2013\u00a518,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total upfront<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>\u00a5305,000\u2013\u00a5416,000<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Listing photos in Suginami \u2014 like all Tokyo wards \u2014 frequently use sample unit images rather than photos of the specific apartment. Always confirm and request a video walk-through if searching from overseas. See<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/japan-apartment-photos-different-from-real-room\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> why apartment listing photos in Japan can differ from the real room<\/a>. For the full rental process step by step, see the<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/tokyo-apartments-for-rent-foreigners-guide-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> foreigner rental guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Suginami-apartments-for-rent-2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5809\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Suginami-apartments-for-rent-2.webp 800w, https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Suginami-apartments-for-rent-2-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Suginami-apartments-for-rent-2-768x384.webp 768w\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Walking beside leafy suburban Chuo track.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Should_Rent_Suginami_Apartments_as_a_Foreign_Renter\"><\/span><strong>Who Should Rent Suginami Apartments as a Foreign Renter&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Strong fit:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Foreign renters who want genuine neighbourhood character over commercial convenience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creative industry workers, musicians, artists \u2014 the ward&#8217;s subculture is an asset<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students at Hosei University or western Tokyo institutions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Working Holiday holders who want moderate-cost central-ish Tokyo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anyone who values walking-scale neighbourhoods with caf\u00e9s, vintage shops, and local life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Consider alternatives if:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your commute destination is east Tokyo (Akihabara, Ueno, Asakusa) \u2014 Sumida-ku or Taito-ku are closer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Budget is under \u00a565,000\/month \u2014 outer wards covered in the<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/cheap-apartments-tokyo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> cheap apartments Tokyo guide<\/a> are more appropriate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You need 2LDK+ family units with strong international school access \u2014 Setagaya&#8217;s<a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/den-en-toshi-line-apartments-for-rent-foreigners-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Den-en-toshi corridor<\/a> is better suited<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/rent\/tokyo\/suginami-ku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Browse Suginami apartments for rent on Arealty<\/a> \u2014 foreigner acceptance pre-confirmed, zero agency fees, bilingual support throughout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Suginami-apartments-for-rent-3.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Suginami-apartments-for-rent-3.webp 800w, https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Suginami-apartments-for-rent-3-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Suginami-apartments-for-rent-3-768x384.webp 768w\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Finding a unique Japanese wooden cabinet.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Further_Reading\"><\/span><strong>Further Reading&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.mom\/blog\/nakano-apartments-for-rent-foreigners-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer 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