1st Year International Student Dormitory

Rikkyo University requires all international students who enroll in the undergraduate PEACE Program to live in one of dormitories for their first year. Each dormitory is located either walking distance or 30-40minutes away (door-to-door, via train) from Ikebukuro Campus. All rooms are furnished single rooms.

Senior students at Rikkyo University, working as Resident Supporters, live in the dormitory. Resident Supporters speak English and are trained to support international students. They will answer any questions regarding university life and organize exchange events in the dormitory for you and other Rikkyo students. They are there to help you so that you acclimate to living abroad and concentrate on your studies. So you should feel at ease and your family should know that your dormitory living environment is one of comfort and support.

You can choose the order you wish to move among the five dormitories. However, please note that there is no guarantee that you will be placed in the dormitory of your choice due to the limited number of rooms, and Rikkyo University makes all the decisions regarding dormitory and room assignment.

For detailed information of each dormitory, please refer to the following website.

Rikkyo University Dormitory Information

*All pictures below are just for reference (pictures of one of dormitories, DK House Nerima).

2nd Year Onwards

After your first year, your living options are from private housing, share-houses, or other student-based housing. Rikkyo University, senior students, and your friends will help you secure your second-year accommodations. We also hope that you will be able to help new students upon their arrival based upon your first-year experience.

Private Apartments

In Japan, renting apartments often incurs a commission fee through real estate agencies, but Rikkyo University works with real estate agencies that have experience supporting international students and property owners. Through these real estate agencies, you can rent a place for yourself with a cheaper commission fee than is common.

Share-house and Student-based Housing

Another option is to stay in a share-house with other people, allowing you to be with friends or to make new ones. The advantage of a share-house is that the rent and housing expenses are cheaper than private apartments as the cost can be split with others. Share-houses are also usually fully furnished.

A third option is to stay at student-based housing. Such locations attract students from a wide-range of universities. For more information, ask the International Office.

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