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Initial Apartment Costs

Calculate move-in costs: deposit, key money, agency fees

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Net Salary

See your take-home pay after taxes and insurance

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Monthly Budget

Estimate monthly living costs by city and lifestyle

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Property Agent

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AI-powered apartment recommendations based on your needs

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Can I Afford It?

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Check if your salary covers your desired lifestyle

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Compare Cities

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Side-by-side cost comparison between cities

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First Year Timeline

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Month-by-month breakdown of your first year

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Hidden Costs

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Unexpected expenses that catch newcomers off guard

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Currency Converter

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Convert between JPY and your home currency

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Did you know?

Most newcomers don't know: resident tax (10%) starts in Year 2. Your take-home drops significantly.

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