Kashiwanoha International Village (KIV)
The Graduate School of Frontier Sciences (GSFS) provides a furnished housing facility at the Kashiwanoha International Village (KIV- 14Fl. Park Axis Kashiwanoha) located in front of Kashiwanoha Campus Station. This housing facility is open for international students, researchers, and some Japanese students as well (currently the quota for the Japanese residents are filled).
Japanese culture-specific customs such as deposits (shiki-kin), key money (reikin), and the guarantor system are unnecessary to live in KIV, therefore you can start your new life in Japan smoothly.
Studio Type rooms
Applications are due by the 1st of the month two months prior to the month you wish to move in.
Studio type room is available for short term stay researchers affiliated with GSFS only, from a minimum of 7 days to a maximum of 184 days.
- 4 rooms will be available in early October, 2026.
Common Type rooms
- [Type A]
- Now accepting applications for 1 room available in late September, 2026.
- [Type B]
- No rooms are available at this moment.
We will accept applications until July 31, 2026.
The result will be sent via email within 1 week.
Share Type rooms
- [Male Share Type]
- Now accepting applications for 1 room available in late of August 2026.
- Now accepting applications for 1 room available in late September 2026.
- Now accepting applications for 2 rooms available in early October, 2026.
- [Female Share Type]
- Now accepting applications for 1 room available in late September, 2026.
We will accept applications until July 31, 2026.
The result will be sent via email within 1 week.
We will accept applications until July 31, 2026.
The result will be sent via email within 1 week.
KIV- General description
KIV has four types of rooms, Share house type, Common type A, Common type B and Studio type. There are a total of 41 rooms. Shared facilities include the kitchen, living and dining room, gender-segregated shower rooms and the laundry room. The shared kitchen is equipped with rice cookers, microwave ovens, toasters, and other kitchenware. Each private room has a desk, a chair, a bed, a refrigerator, and an air conditioner.
From the bus stop in front of KIV to Kashiwa campus, it takes about 10 minutes by the 'Todai shuttle bus'.
Resident Eligibility
- International students admitted or enrolled in GSFS
- Exchange students who belong to official GSFS student exchange programs
- International researchers who work at GSFS
- Japanese students enrolled in GSFS who agree to act as a resident assistant and provide the following support to non-Japanese residents. *English skills above conversation level are necessary.
- Participate in planning and implementation of regular meetings and events for residents
- Cooperate with ILO in offering support to other residents
There are university housing policies developed to support an environment of mutual respect in the housing facility. Residents are expected to follow the housing standards and encourage others to do the same. Residents are responsible for taking ownership in developing a safe, secure, and healthy living environment.
All rooms are for individual use only.
The Studio type rooms managed by the ILO are limited to foreign researchers who are or will be affiliated with GSFS. Full time students enrolled in regular courses should apply for Shared or Common type rooms.
Room description and how to apply
Share house type
Each unit has 3 or 5 individual rooms with a shared kitchen, one or two toilets, and a bathroom vanity. Each private room is furnished with a desk, a chair, a bed, a refrigerator, and an air conditioner. GSFS owns 13 rooms.
Facility Fee
| Monthly Rent | 58,000 yen (Utility costs, water bill, and Internet fee are included） Should occupancy of university housing be less than one (1) full month, rent for that period shall be pro-rated on a daily basis. Rent per day 1,940 yen |
|---|---|
| Move-in Fee | 19,000 yen (excluding tax) ※initial payment upon move-in |
| Maintenance Fee | 1,200 yen / month Should occupancy of university housing be less than one (1) full month, maintenance fee for that period shall be pro-rated on a daily basis. Maintenance fee per day 40 yen |
*Each room is furnished with a single bed and mattress. Duvets, pillows, and sheets are not provided. These items are not included in the fee and must be purchased separately by the residents.
Period of Stay
- Students: the standard period of academic study for the degree being pursued
In principle; master students 2 years, doctoral students 3 years
[cf.「東京大学大学院学則」(The University of Tokyo Regulations, Article 2 Item 5).] - Researchers: contract period or three (3) years, whichever is shorter.
- 3Residents are expected to occupy the residence space for the contracted period unless some unavoidable circumstances occur.
How to Apply
Please fill out the application form (Attachment 1) and submit by the deadline from the link below.
Common type A
A private room with a toilet and bathroom vanity, a desk, a chair, a bed, a refrigerator, and an air conditioner. GSFS owns 6 rooms.
Facility Fee
| Monthly Rent | 75,000 yen (Utility costs, water bill, and Internet fee are included） Should occupancy of university housing be less than one (1) full month, rent for that period shall be pro-rated on a daily basis. Rent per day 2,500yen |
|---|---|
| Move-in Fee | 23,000 yen (excluding tax) ※initial payment upon move-in |
| Maintenance Fee | 1,500 yen / month Should occupancy of university housing be less than one (1) full month, maintenance fee for that period shall be pro-rated on a daily basis. Maintenance fee per day 50 yen |
*Each room is furnished with a single bed and mattress. Duvets, pillows, and sheets are not provided. These items are not included in the fee and must be purchased separately by the residents.
Period of Stay
- Students: the standard period of academic study for the degree being pursued
In principle; master students 2 years, doctoral students 3 years
[cf.「東京大学大学院学則」(The University of Tokyo Regulations, Article 2 Item 5).] - Researchers: contract period or three (3) years, whichever is shorter.
- Residents are expected to occupy the residence space for the contracted period unless some unavoidable circumstances occur.
How to Apply
Please fill out the application form (Attachment 1) and submit by the deadline from the link below.
Common type B
The layout is the same as the Common Type A shown above, and the room offers a generous amount of space comparable to the Studio Type shown below.
A private room with a toilet and bathroom vanity, a desk, a chair, a bed, a refrigerator, and an air conditioner. GSFS owns 2 rooms.
Facility Fee
| Monthly Rent | 95,000 yen (Utility costs, water bill, and Internet fee are included） Should occupancy of university housing be less than one (1) full month, rent for that period shall be pro-rated on a daily basis. Rent per day 3,170 yen |
|---|---|
| Move-in Fee | 23,000 yen (excluding tax) ※initial payment upon move-in |
| Maintenance Fee | 1,900 yen / month Should occupancy of university housing be less than one (1) full month, maintenance fee for that period shall be pro-rated on a daily basis. Maintenance fee per day 65 yen |
*Each room is furnished with a single bed and mattress. Duvets, pillows, and sheets are not provided. These items are not included in the fee and must be purchased separately by the residents.
Period of Stay
- Students: the standard period of academic study for the degree being pursued
In principle; master students 2 years, doctoral students 3 years
[cf.「東京大学大学院学則」(The University of Tokyo Regulations, Article 2 Item 5).] - Researchers: contract period or three (3) years, whichever is shorter.
- Residents are expected to occupy the residence space for the contracted period unless some unavoidable circumstances occur.
How to Apply
Please fill out the application form (Attachment 1) and submit by the deadline from the link below.
A private room with a kitchenette, a bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink, a desk, a chair, a bed, a refrigerator, and an air conditioner. GSFS owns 6 rooms.
Facility Fee
| Daily Rent | 3,200 yen (Utility costs, water bill, and Internet fee are included） |
|---|---|
| Move-in Fee | 28,000 yen (excluding tax) ※initial payment upon move-in |
| Maintenance Fee | 70 yen / day |
*Each room is furnished with a single bed and mattress. Duvets, pillows, and sheets are not provided. These items are not included in the fee and must be purchased separately by the residents.
How to apply
The application deadline for Studio Type Room is the first day of the month two months prior to the month in which you wish to move in. Please fill out the application form (Attachment 2) and submit by the deadline from the link below.
Decision
All submitted applications will be reviewed according to the GSFS regulations concerning eligibility mentioned in 2. ILO will notify each applicant of the result by e-mail.
Damage/Repairs
In the event of any damage to 1) the main structure part of the building, or 2) furniture, appliances, equipment, fixtures, or the like in the rented housing, kitchen area, and all other spaces of common use by residents, which is determined to have been the fault of the resident, the resident shall assume all financial responsibility thereto in accordance with university regulations.
Liability insurance will cover the cost of the damages, if a tenant damages a rented room due to an accident and becomes liable for damages. The University strongly suggests all tenant to buy a Tenant Liability Insurance.
Application form
| Attachment 1 | Application Form | Share type and Common type A・B |
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| Attachment 2 | Application Form | Studio type for short term use |
Inquiry
The international Liaison Office, Graduate School of Frontier Sciences
E-mail: ilo.secretariat
edu.k.u-tokyo.ac.jp (＊Please note that @ is displayed as an image to prevent SPAM.)