If you are looking for a house, it is better that somebody who understands Japanese go with you. In Japan, April is the time when transfers are common, so in February or march there is a lot of new housing. If you start looking for housing before this term, it is easier. In this kind of magazine, rental housing is advertised. As they are all written in Japanese, it is best to ask a Japanese-speaker to help.
Housing is introduced by area, and catergorized according to the nearest station.
If you find something interesting, contact the real eastate agent indicated. Such housing information magazines are sold in bookstores, convenience stores and shops at stations. If you go directly to the real estate agent in the area where you want to live, you can see more housing. In order to convey the message without any misunderstanding, it is recommended that you go there with a Japanese speaker. There is no charge for visiting the house.