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University housing
Nagasaki University International House
As a place where foreign students and foreign researches can visit, the “Nagasaki University International House” in Nishimachi (Nishimachi Main Building, Nishimachi Building A and Nishimachi Building B) was built in Sakamoto.
- Entrance Qualifications Eligibility
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A person has to meet the following conditions
- Must be a foreign student at Nagasaki university
- Must be a foreign researcher at Nagasaki university or a family member
- Admission Period
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From March 16 to September 15, and from September 16 to March 15 divided every half-terms each.
In principle, housing is for six months, however, international exchange students are able to reside for one-year.
- Recruitment time
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April Applicants・・・In January
October Applicants・・・In July
As a general rule, new applicants are given priority when selecting foreign residents.
- Application method
- Those wishing to apply must complete and submit the application forms during the application period. In addition, in the case of many applicants, a lottery system will be used to determine results.
- Attention When Moving
- Time for entering is between from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on weekdays. One cannot move on weekends, holidays, and evenings.
- Number of Facilities
- Four Buildings (Nishimachi Main Building, Nishimachi A Building, Nishimachi B Building, Sakamoto Annex)
- Other Points
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- A tutor (a Japanese student or foreign student accustomed to life in Japan) lives in both the Nishimachi Building and the Sakamoto Building and are available for consultation and guidance.
- All residents must participate in orientation and fire drills.
- Utilities and Internet
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- In Nishimachi, electricity, water and the Internet is included in utilities, but gas charge is paid by each room/unit to gas supply company, while in Sakamoto, gas is also included in utilities.
For short-term resident students, ¥8,000 per month in Nishimachi, and ¥10,500 per month in Sakamoto
For researchers, ¥10,500 per month, ¥350 per day (at the Family room in Nishimachi, ¥15,000 per month, ¥500 per day) - As for the Internet, Sakamoto Annex and Nishimachi Main Building are equipted with LAN cable, Building A and Building B have Wi-fi access.
- In Nishimachi, electricity, water and the Internet is included in utilities, but gas charge is paid by each room/unit to gas supply company, while in Sakamoto, gas is also included in utilities.
For short-term resident students, ¥8,000 per month in Nishimachi, and ¥10,500 per month in Sakamoto
- Payment Method
- Rent and utilities are billed in April and in October.
Room Options for International Students (New price of utilities starts from Sep 16,2023)
International House | Room type | Room Size | Capacity | Rent per semester utilities included |
Restoration Fee |
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Nishimachi Main Building | Shared Residence (2 people) | 51.00㎡ | 8 | ¥138,000 | ¥8,525 |
Shared Residence (2 people) | 34.20㎡ | 4 | ¥138,000 | ¥9,625 | |
Single Residence(A) | 27.60㎡ | 2 | ¥198,000 | ¥19,250 | |
Single Residence(B) | 15.66㎡ | 30 | ¥132,000 | ¥16,500 | |
Nishimachi A | Shared Residence (4 people) | 53.98㎡ | 60 | ¥180,000 | ¥15,000 |
Nishimachi B | Shared Residence (4 people) | 55.25㎡ | 24 | ¥180,000 | ¥15,000 |
Sakamoto | Single Residence | 14.57㎡ | 32 | ¥123,000 | ¥16,500 |
Room Options for Researchers (New price of utilities starts from Sep 16,2023)
International House | Room type | Room Size | Capacity | Rent/Monthly (Daily) |
Restoration Fee |
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Nishimachi Main Building | Family Residence | 51.00㎡ | Single Room | ¥48,000 (¥1,600) |
¥24,200 |
Couple Residence | 34.20㎡ | Three Room | ¥33,000 (¥1,100) |
¥19,250 | |
Single Residence | 27.60㎡ | 3 | ¥27,000 (¥900) |
¥19,250 | |
Sakamoto | Single Residence | 14.57㎡ | 9 | ¥12,000 (¥400) |
¥16,500 |
- ※Rent, fee for use and the restoration fee are priced for a single resident.
- ※restoration fee covers the charges for professional cleaning and it is one-time charge when moving in.
Nagasaki University International House Nishimachi Main Building
- Location
- Nagasaki City, Nishimachi 12-1, 852-8043
- Telephone
- 095-845-0201 (Main Building Manager’s Office)
- Facilities
- Washing room, Lunch Room (on each floor), Seminar Room
- Amenities available in each room
- Air-conditioner, bed, desk, chair, electric desk lamp, refrigerator, wardrobe, bookshelf, unit-type bath and toilet
- Main Items Shared in Facility
- Microwave oven, cupboard (for individual use), washing machine, dryer, vacuum cleaner
Nagasaki University International House Building A / Building B(Nishimachi Building A/Building B)
- Location
- Nagasaki City, Nishimachi 12-1, 852-8043
(On the same site as the Nishimachi Main Building) - Telephone
- 095-845-0201 (Main Building Manager’s Office)
- Facilities
- Seminar room in the Main Building may be used.
- Amenities available in each room
- Air conditioner, bed, desk, chair, light stand
- Main Items Shared in Facility
- Shower room, washroom, toilet, kitchen, washing machine, dryer, vacuum cleaner, refrigerator, microwave oven, dining table, chair, kitchen cabinet, IH-heater compatible cooking pots
Nagasaki University International House Sakamoto
- Location
- Nagasaki City, Sakamoto 1-7-1, Nagasaki 852-8102
- Telephone
- 095-819-7519
- Facilities
- Washing Room, Lunch Room (on each floor), Lounge (2F), Reading Room (3F)
- Amenities available in each room
- Air-conditioner, bed, desk, chair, electric desk lamp, refrigerator, wardrobe, bookshelf, unit-type bath and toilet
- Main Items Shared in Facility
- Microwave oven, cupboard (for individual use), washing machine, dryer, vacuum cleaner
Private Apartment
Housing Situation in Nagasaki
In Japan, when making a housing contract, it is customary to pay a deposit and a gratuity to the landlord. A guarantor is necessary for making a contract. In Nagasaki, rent for a unit with a small kitchen and bath is around 30,000 to 40,000 yen.
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Funds needed when borrowing an apartment
- Deposit : This money is used for repairs and must be paid as a security. It is usually the amount of 1-3months of rent.
- Application Fee : These charges are paid to the real estate agent. It is usually in the amount of one month of rent.
- First month rent
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Funds needed monthly
- Rent
- Shared Service Fee : Fees that cover cleaning costs and electricity. May be included in the rent.
- Utilities: Electricity, gas, water and sewage, etc.
Cost of Living
Cost of living (monthly basis)
- Private Apartment : 20,000 – 50,000 yen (1 kitchen type)
- Food expenses : around 20,000 – 30,000 yen
- Utilities : Utilities
- Communication Expenses (Cell-phone and Internet) : around 4,000 – around 6,000 yen
- Other Notes :
・Part-time job minimum wage: 762 yen (revised in October 2018)
・5 kg of Rice: 1,500~2,000 yen
・1 kg of Flour: 300 yen
Nagasaki University International Student Housing Guarantor
When renting a room in Japan, a guarantor is generally necessary. At Nagasaki University, there is the system of performing joint liability on guarantee for internatioinal students having difficulty in finding a guarantor. However, it is necessary for the international student to meet certain conditions to receive a guarantor. For more detailed information on how to apply please come to the International Education Liaison Center when you are looking for an apartment.
Method of searching for an apartment
When you are looking for a room, please consider all the above options. Many international students tend to look for an apartment through the mediation of a real estate agent and the student cooperative at the university. If you have any questions, please visit the International Education Liaison Center.