If you are planning on staying in Japan then one of the best places to stay are at guest houses. Sometimes referred to as "Gajin Houses" these are very convenient and offer almost all the necessities you need for day to day living.

One of the best things about Guest Houses is that they don’t require all the fees, which go along with renting an apartment in Japan. Some don’t even require a deposit, although now most places require a small deposit anywhere from 10,000 to 30,000 yen. This is almost always returned to you at check out.