Sumyca
No upfront fees. Your Tokyo base after a career move.
Fully furnished with fixed Wi-Fi. Move in from 1 month and start your new job from day one.
3 reasons career movers choose monthly apartments
01
No upfront fees — keep your budget for the move
No deposit, key money, or agent fees. Just one month's rent and you're in. When you're changing careers, the last thing you need is a ¥300,000+ move-in cost on top of everything else.
02
Fully furnished with Wi-Fi — arrive with just a suitcase
Bed, fridge, washing machine, and fixed Wi-Fi all included. Start your new job the day after you arrive without any setup stress.
03
1–3 month stays — find your long-term home at your own pace
Stay short-term while you explore neighborhoods near your new office. Once you find the right place, leave without penalties — fully flexible.
How to book
Inquiry
Submit your request from the property page or inquiry form by filling in the required fields such as move-in date and length of stay.
Room Recommendation
A concierge will suggest the best room tailored to your needs.
Contract Agreement
Review the contract details online and give your consent if everything looks good. No in-person visit or postal mail required.
Payment
Pay the fee by credit card.
Pre Check-in
Submit your ID document before move-in and complete the check-in process. We will also guide you on how to access the room at this time.
Check-in & Move-in
You can enter the room without meeting any staff in person. The room comes fully furnished with appliances and amenities — just bring your bags and start living right away.
Monthly apartment vs business hotel vs standard rental
Monthly apartment (Sumyca)
- Upfront cost
- No upfront fees ✓
- Furnishings & Wi-Fi
- Fully furnished + Wi-Fi ✓
- Move-in process
- 100% online ✓
- Stay length
- 1 month+
- Best for
- Career movers
Better value the longer you stay
Business hotel
- Upfront cost
- Nightly rate
- Furnishings & Wi-Fi
- TV & mini-fridge only
- Move-in process
- Walk in, no paperwork
- Stay length
- Days+
- Best for
- Short trips & business travel
Gets expensive after 2 months
Standard rental
- Upfront cost
- ¥300,000+ upfront
- Furnishings & Wi-Fi
- You furnish it yourself
- Move-in process
- Guarantor & paperwork required
- Stay length
- 1 year+
- Best for
- Long-term residents
Can take 1–2 months to move in
- Facilities vary by property
Who is this for?
01
Career movers who need to be in Tokyo fast
Apply entirely online before you arrive. Move in on your first day in Tokyo — no guarantor, no paperwork delays, no waiting.
02
People who want to find their long-term home without rushing
Live near your new office and explore the neighborhood at your own pace. Make a better long-term decision by actually experiencing the area first.
03
Anyone who wants to keep costs low during a career transition
Between new work clothes, moving costs, and everything else that comes with a career change, monthly apartments let you keep housing costs predictable and low.
FAQ
- Do I need to visit in person for procedures or key pickup?
- No in-person visit is required. All procedures are completed online, and you can access the property directly using the information we provide.
- What are the check-in and check-out times?
- Check-in is at 16:00 and check-out is at 10:00.
- What documents are required?
- A government-issued photo ID such as a passport, driver's license, or My Number card is required.
- Is the room furnished with appliances? Can I move in with just my luggage?
- Yes, the room comes fully furnished with furniture, appliances, and amenities — you can move in with just your luggage.
- Can friends or family stay for a few days?
- Yes, guests are welcome to stay.