Providing a stable living environment to all international researchers that conduct research at The Institute of Advanced Sciences (IAS), which enables them to start conducting such research smoothly and quickly, is considered an important mission of IAS. International researchers at IAS will find the following information on living in Japan helpful.
For the purpose of helping international researchers at Yokohama National University (YNU), we have provided a guidebook which contains necessary information for living in Japan. Please use this guidebook to obtain any information you may need in order to spend comfortable life while in Japan.
IAS offers international researchers accommodations at YNU Ooka International Residence, YNU’s lodging facility for international researchers.
Residents of the facility are made up of international students, Japanese students, international researchers, and academic staff, which makes the facility very international. In addition, passcode protected digital locks, cleaning staff that always maintain a clean living environment, and day manager who is capable of communicating in both Japanese and English are just some of the reasons why you will be comfortable during your stay. Rooms are furnished with furniture and electrical appliances, providing you with an environment which allows you to focus on your studies and research right after coming to Japan. With a convenience store located on the first floor of the facility and a subway station (Gumyoji Station) as well as a shopping district just a three minute walk from the facility, YNU Ooka International Residence is a very convenient place to live in.
YNU has formed agreements with the following hotels and weekly rental condominiums where foreigners can stay. IAS offers these hotels and weekly rental condominiums to researchers that will stay for short periods.
Below you will find information necessary for living in Japan provided by Kanagawa Prefecture and the City of Yokohama, where IAS is located.