Hello all. I am planning to live in Tokyo for half a year for an exchange program at the University of Tokyo (Hongo Campus). I am wondering which neighbourhoods you would all recommend living as an international exchange student?
For some context, I’m applying to stay at the university accomodation in Meijirodai but it seems that chances of getting a room are slimmer than I thought so I am looking around to apply for other dorms and share houses as well.
I would like to live in a place that is close by the Hongo Campus (preferably no longer than 30+ minutes commute), but also nearby livelier places to go on a night out, good food in the neighbourhood would be a bonus. It would be great if it was in an area with other international students too. I am fairly comfortable on the money side of things, but it would be far-fetched for me to be living in a fancy apartment in somewhere like Ginza.
I look forward to all your replies! 🙂