Waseda WC1
Nishi-Waseda 2-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
U Share Student flagship location
Opened in March 2021, the residence currently houses a diverse student population from a wide range of universities and eight nationalities. Located a seven-minute walk from the main Waseda University campus, it is easily accessible from the station. Why not take on a new challenge in the field of Nishi-Waseda?
SHARE HOUSE
Share your everyday life with the four of you on your floor
Each floor has just four private rooms around a shared kitchen and living space. Cook together, eat together, and share your Tokyo days — because you share the space, you make real friends from day one. Even a short stay leaves you with connections that last.
Just four per floor
Small enough that everyone knows each other — no anonymous hallways.
Cook together in the shared kitchen
Someone starts cooking and people gather — the table is daily social glue.
A place from day one
You never start alone — friends from the day you arrive.
Private Room
Each floor has four private rooms plus shared areas — the kitchen, living/dining room, bathroom, toilet and laundry are shared with your floor. Sharing is what makes faces familiar fast: you'll have friends from day one, which makes WC1 a natural fit for shorter semester stays too.
- 31 rooms in total, choose from Balcony Room or LDK Side Room 🏠
- Fully equipped with bed, desk, storage, refrigerator, etc 🛌
- Friends from day one — sharing a floor builds real connection fast, even on a short stay 👬
- Community situation with common areas for four people 🌐
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Rent ¥69,000~ / mo
Monthly total ¥110,500~ / mo (incl. utilities, internet, cleaning, common fee & insurance)
See the full fee breakdown
Monthly payments
- Rent
- ¥69,000~ / month
- Utilities & Internet
- ¥15,500 / month
- Regular Cleaning
- ¥10,000 / month
- Common Area Fee
- ¥15,000 / month
- Insurance
- ¥1,000 / mo
- Monthly total
- ¥110,500~ / mo
One-time payments
- Membership
- ¥80,000 / year
- Entrance Fee
- ¥145,000 / 2 years
- Guarantee Deposit
- ¥50,000
* Processing fees may apply depending on payment method.
Common Space
Read or chat in the lounge, prepare for assignments or seminars in the study room, or chat with friends on the terrace while enjoying the night breeze. This is a special place filled with opportunities for learning and interaction.
Roof Top
The top floor, 10 stories above ground, is a rooftop. Perfect for a short break or chatting while enjoying the night breeze. It's a relaxing space where you can look out over the Nishi-Waseda streetscape and sky.
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Location
Walk to Waseda University's main campus. Excellent access to the city center, with school, leisure, and part-time work all close by. The surrounding area is packed with cafes, supermarkets, bookstores, and restaurants, making it the perfect location for both convenient living and student life.
- Tokyo Metro: 5-minute walk from Nishi-Waseda Station on the Fukutoshin Line / 10-minute walk from Waseda Station on the Tozai Line
- JR: Yamanote Line Takadanobaba Station 7 minutes walk
- Waseda University main campus: 7 minutes walk
FAQ of WC1
How much is the initial cost?
The total varies by room type, but the estimated move-in payment (first month plus initial fees) is JPY 385,500 – 398,500 for standard contracts of 7 months or longer. For 5–6 month contracts the initial fees are JPY 40,000 lower, and for stays of 1–4 months a monthly plan with no initial fees is available. A move-out cleaning fee of JPY 33,000 may be collected at the time of contract. You can get a personalized estimate in 60 seconds with "Find Your Room" on this site. A detailed quotation will be provided upon inquiry. All amounts include tax.
What amenities are included in the kitchen?
The shared kitchen is equipped with 2 gas burmers, sink, large refrigerator with freezer, microwave oven, and shared storage space.
Is there parking spaces for the bikes?
Bicycle parking is not permitted on the premises.
Are the showers shared?
Showers with bathtubs are shared by residents on each floor.
Can you play instruments in your room?
As a general rule, playing musical instruments is not permitted, except in the underground shared space. Please be considerate of noise and vibrations.
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