Choosing where to live
Your journey to work, daily shopping, children and weekends all shape where you want to live. Explore a neighbourhood, then talk to us about homes there or in other areas.
Neighbourhood guides: 1
Funabori
Explore the Toei Shinjuku Line, supermarkets, childcare options and walks along the Shinkawa. Our Funabori guide shows everyday routes and what to check before choosing a home.
Find Japanese classes, groceries & local helpSelect an area from the list to review its everyday details.
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| What to check | Funabori |
|---|---|
| Work & school journeys | Direct trains to Shinjuku on the Toei Shinjuku Line. Check the walks between home, station and work too. |
| Shopping | Several supermarkets on both sides of the station. Compare shops with your route home and usual shopping. |
| Life with children | Several childcare facilities nearby. Check drop-off routes, vacancies and eligibility. |
| Parks & walks | Walking paths and cherry trees along the Shinkawa. Check the distance from each home. |
| Room size & costs | Compare actual floor area, storage and monthly costs for each home, beyond its layout label. |
| Japanese & familiar groceries | Multilingual advice by the station, Japanese study and Indian groceries. Check worship options in Funabori and nearby areas. |
| Read the neighbourhood guide | Funabori |
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