What's Included in a Tokyo Furnished Apartment? Full 2026 Checklist

# What's Included in a Tokyo Furnished Apartment? Full 2026 Checklist A Tokyo furnished apartment isn't just "has a bed" — it should mean **everything you need to live, day one, with nothing to buy**. This complete 2026 checklist covers what Modern Living Tokyo apartments include, what's optional, and what you'd still want to bring or purchase yourself. For the full anchor reference, see our [furnished apartments in Tokyo guide](/furnished-apartments-tokyo). ## What's the standard inclusion list for a Modern Living Tokyo furnished apartment? Every Modern Living Tokyo furnished apartment includes **complete furniture + complete appliances + all utilities + Wi-Fi + cleaning supplies** as a baseline. Below is the full standard inclusion list by room. ### Bedroom - Bed frame + mattress (single or double depending on unit) - Wardrobe or closet with hangers - Desk + chair (in 1K units the desk often doubles as a workspace) - Lighting fixtures (overhead + bedside) - Curtains (blackout where the unit faces a bright street) - Pillows + blankets (bedding sheets optional add-on — see below) ### Kitchen - Refrigerator (small for 1K, larger for 1LDK/family units) - Induction stove (2-burner standard) - Microwave - Electric kettle - Rice cooker (in most units) - Toaster (most units) - Cookware: pot, frying pan, basic utensils, knife, cutting board - Plates, bowls, cups, chopsticks, cutlery (set for 2 in standard units, set for 4 in family units) - Dish-drying rack ### Bathroom - Towel rail / hooks - Bath mat - Toilet paper (starter supply) - Soap dispenser - Hair dryer (in most units; confirm on individual listing) ### Living / Working - Sofa (in 1LDK and larger units) - Coffee table (1LDK+) - TV (many units, sometimes optional) - Wi-Fi router (high-speed fiber, 100Mbps+ typical) - Iron + ironing board (on request in some units) ### Laundry - Washing machine (in-unit standard for apartments; share-houses typically have shared laundry rooms) - Laundry pole + clothes pins (Japanese homes typically air-dry outside or on a balcony) - Detergent (starter supply) ### Cleaning - Vacuum cleaner - Broom + dustpan - Cleaning sprays (kitchen, bathroom) - Trash cans (separated for combustible / non-combustible per Tokyo recycling rules) ## What utilities are included in the monthly rent? All Modern Living Tokyo furnished apartments include **electricity, water, gas, and high-speed Wi-Fi** in the monthly rent. There's no separate utility bill — the price you see on the listing is the all-inclusive monthly total. This is unusual in Tokyo. Traditional apartments charge you separately for each utility (typical Tokyo utility bills: ¥12,000-¥18,000/month combined), which can shock newcomers who budgeted only for rent. Our included utilities cover average usage; extreme usage (e.g., running air conditioning 24/7 in summer for a family) may incur a usage surcharge per the rental agreement. ## What's NOT included by default (but available)? A few items are **optional add-ons** you can request at booking: | Item | One-time cost | Notes | |------|---------------|-------| | Bedding rental (sheets, duvet, pillowcase) | ¥12,000-¥19,000 | If you want laundered linens provided; otherwise bring your own | | Pet allowance (small dog/cat) | Per listing, often ¥10,000-¥20,000 setup | Only in pet-friendly buildings | | Parking | ¥15,000-¥35,000/month | Only at buildings with on-site parking | | Smoking room | Per listing | Only in smoking-permitted units (most are non-smoking) | | Extra resident (3rd person+) | ¥5,000-¥10,000/month | Most units priced for 2 adults max | All of these are shown transparently on the individual listing **before** you book. No surprise add-ons after move-in. ## What about toiletries, food, and personal items? You bring: - Personal toiletries (shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant) — starter supplies in most units but you'll restock - Personal medication - Clothes - Laptop / electronics + chargers - Any specialty kitchen gear you can't live without (espresso machine, wok, etc.) The apartment has the **infrastructure**; you bring **your stuff**. Most international residents move in with 1-2 suitcases and are fully set up within an hour. ## What about cleaning between residents? Every apartment is **professionally deep-cleaned** between residents — including: - Steam-cleaning bedding and curtains - Bathroom and kitchen sanitization - Floor cleaning + carpet vacuum (if applicable) - Air-conditioner filter check - Linens and towels replaced (where applicable) - Inventory verified against unit checklist You arrive to a hotel-clean apartment. Modern Living Tokyo's housekeeping team handles this; you don't pay separately. ## What about ongoing maintenance? Anything that breaks during your stay — appliance, plumbing, AC, Wi-Fi — is fixed at **no cost to you** as long as it's normal wear. Just message via WhatsApp or LINE and our maintenance team coordinates. Most issues are resolved within 24-48 hours. If you accidentally break something (TV screen, glass, etc.), there's typically a damage charge listed in the rental agreement. ## Is there anything specifically excluded that surprises people? A few things newcomers expect but aren't included: - **Daily/weekly cleaning service** — you keep your apartment clean (we deep-clean only between residents) - **Linen service** — you wash your own sheets (in-unit washing machine provided) - **Concierge** — single-staff buildings may not have a 24/7 front desk - **Pool / gym** — most Tokyo apartment buildings don't have these (resort-style amenities are rare in Tokyo) - **Parking** — Tokyo apartments rarely include free parking; available as add-on at some buildings ## How do I confirm exactly what's in MY apartment before booking? Every listing has a **detailed amenities list + photos** of the actual unit (not stock images) on its product page. If anything is unclear, message us via WhatsApp / LINE before booking — we'll confirm in writing and adjust your rental agreement if needed. ## Related guides - **Anchor:** [Furnished apartments in Tokyo — full guide](/furnished-apartments-tokyo) - [How much does a furnished apartment in Tokyo cost?](/blog/how-much-furnished-apartment-tokyo-cost-2026) - [Hidden costs of Tokyo furnished apartments](/blog/hidden-costs-tokyo-furnished-apartments) - [Furnished vs unfurnished apartments — 12-month cost](/blog/furnished-vs-unfurnished-apartments-tokyo) ## Ready to skip the furniture shopping? [Browse Modern Living Tokyo's 300+ furnished apartments](/furnished-apartments-tokyo). Arrive with a suitcase, move in within 24 hours.