Hi all! I'm in the same position as Tyler. I'm moving to Osaka in August from Kagoshima to take up a new role, and I'm looking for somewhere to live too. You've all given some great advice below. Any more advice on areas to go for/areas to avoid? I'm particularly interested in being in a safer area, and I realise my rent is going to be a lot higher than down here in the inaka. But I also don't want to pay more than I absolutely have to. Most likely I'll be going solo rather than sharing.....everyone seems to recommend Alex and AB housing. Is that the best way to go? Any other recommendations/suggestions? Thank you so much! Bex