how do i find a place to live before i move to japan?

By laquesh mDepends where you plan to live.

Try "gaijin house" in a search engine and find one for the area you want. Stay there until you find an apartment through an agent or new friend. Or until you move in with a new Japanese boyfriend/girlfriend.

do you know someone who lives there? if not go to the japaneese ambessy or consulat where you are and ask them if they can help you or give you a right direction..
Do you have a job?? A visa??

I am an English teacher living and working here. My company had an apartment under their name. When the outgoing teacher leaves, the new one moves in.

In order for a foreigner to get an apartment, you'll probably need an Alien Card and a visa. It is need for opening a bank account, getting a phone and doing almost anything here.
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