March & April = Moving Season in Japan!
Many people from around the world contact us during this time, but in Tokyo, rooms for international residents fill up fast. That’s why we opened our newest share house — BORDERLESS HOUSE Ikebukuro — in March 2025!
It’s not just a place to stay — it’s a home where Japanese locals and international residents live together like family. Our February house tours were fully booked — proof of how popular this new house already is!
In this blog, our staff Juri will show you all the best things about Ikebukuro House and what makes this area so much fun to live in.
Why Living in Ikebukuro is So Convenient!
BORDERLESS HOUSE Ikebukuro is in a quiet and peaceful neighbourhood — but still super close to everything!
・10 min walk to JR Otsuka Station (Yamanote Line)
・Under 20 min walk to Ikebukuro Station
・9 min walk to Higashi-Ikebukuro Station (Yurakucho Line)
Direct train to:
・Shinjuku → 19 min
・Shibuya → 23 min
It’s the perfect balance of a calm living environment with amazing access to all the fun spots in Tokyo like Shinjuku, Shibuya, and Harajuku!
Love being near the city buzz but also want a calm, cozy home to relax in?
BORDERLESS HOUSE Ikebukuro gives you the best of both worlds — super close to shops & entertainment, but in a quiet neighbourhood perfect for relaxing after a busy day.
Welcome to Ikebukuro House!
This 3-story share house has 11 fully private rooms and a big open living & kitchen space on the first floor — the perfect spot for housemates to hang out and connect.
Fun fact: This building used to be a newspaper sales office! But now, after a full renovation, it’s a cozy, stylish home made for international living and sharing daily life together.
Here’s a look at the entrance area after renovation! (Taken on February 3rd)
And here’s what it looks like when you close the door!
A Bright & Relaxing Entrance The entrance area gets lots of sunlight and has soft artificial grass — perfect for relaxing, stretching, or even doing a little yoga! Just a short walk from busy Ikebukuro, this cozy share house is designed for a small community where everyone can connect and enjoy daily life together at their own pace.
Great Spots Nearby!
・Sunshine City — one of Tokyo’s most popular shopping & entertainment spots — is just a short walk away!
・Enjoy a relaxing picnic or coffee time at stylish Minami-Ikebukuro Park.
・Shopping? No problem! Ikebukuro PARCO and LUMINE are super easy to get to.
Living here means you’ll always have fun places nearby to explore!
A Local Favourite: A Classic Rice Ball Shop Loved by Everyone
Ikebukuro is a super international area in Tokyo — with Tokyo International University and many Japanese language schools nearby, it’s a great place to meet people from all over the world and enjoy global connections in daily life.
New Life in Japan? Let’s Make It Awesome.
Moving to Japan is more than just finding a room — it’s about finding people, memories, and experiences that stay with you.
Since 2008, BORDERLESS HOUSE has been bringing people together. With over 50 share houses in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe, and Sendai — it’s Japan’s #1 place for international living & real connection.
Here, daily life = new friends, fun memories, and global vibes.
Come live, share, and connect!
Looking for your new share house?
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