For students enrolling in April 2023 or later
This article is based on information as of April 2023.
We are currently receiving an increasing number of inquiries related to COVID-19. We have published frequently asked questions and kindly request you to read over them before sending an inquiry.
And if you have general questions regarding student dormitories, please refer FAQ page.
Q1: I have been accepted to a dormitory, but I cannot move into the dormitory on the designated date due to immigration restrictions of COVID-19. What procedures do I need to follow?
A: [WISH・Higashi-Fushimi Student Dormitory]
We would like students to apply for dormitories who have a prospect for comings to Japan as long as possible. If you return a signed contract, dormitory contract will be closed regardless of whether you will be able to come to Japan or not. By closing the dormitory contract, a room will be secured as a right of resident. However, at the same time, in accordance with the dormitory contract, it creates an obligation for resident to move into the dormitory on the designated move in date and to pay the dormitory fees regardless of the residence. Consideration for those who cannot come to Japan due to immigration restriction is not planned at the moment. Thus, please apply for dormitory and/or form a dormitory contract after confirming the above information carefully. Further, if it is before closing the contract (before returning a signed contract), cancellation of the application・cancellation of dormitory entrance is acceptable. (Please refer to the answer Q3)
A: [Affiliated and recommended dormitories]
Contact the affiliated company or group directly to inform them of the change to your moving date. Make sure to check the conditions for postponing admission to the dormitory with the company or group that operates the dormitory before returning the contracting papers. In addition, contact them if you wish to cancel your dormitory residence.
Q2: I have been accepted to a dormitory, but I wish to postpone (put on hold) the entrance date due to the effects of COVID-19. What procedures do I need to follow?
A: [WISH/ Higashi-Fushimi Student Dormitory]
Postponement by the judgement of resident is not accepted. Please schedule to move into a dormitory on the designated move in date.
A: [Affiliated and recommended dormitories]
Refer to the answer to Q1.
Q3: What procedures are necessary if I wish to cancel my residence in a dormitory?
A: [WISH/ Higashi-Fushimi Student Dormitory]
Canceling your residence in a dormitory will disqualify you for living in a university dormitory in the future. You will also be disqualified from assessment for dormitory residence in the following academic year. We encourage you to consider carefully.
You may cancel your residence in general until you return the dormitory contracting papers. Do not return the dormitory contracting papers, and request to cancel your residence using the inquiry form on the Residence Life Center website before remitting the initial expenses and other payments.
A: [Affiliated and recommended dormitories]
Please discuss this directly with the company or group operating the dormitory. We recommend checking before concluding the dormitory contract.
Q4: Can I spend the “self-isolation” （measure by the Japanese government as of June 2021）period required of people entering Japan from other countries in my room in the student dormitory, or do I have to book a hotel by myself?
A: [WISH/ Higashi-Fushimi Student Dormitory]
Based on the government policy, resident coming /returning from overseas need to complete self-quarantine for fixed period outside the dormitory before move into a dormitory. The number of days you have to wait outside the dormitory depends on the region you come from, the number of vaccinations you have received, and other factors. Please check this information with the authorities on your own.
A: [Affiliated and recommended dormitories]
Please discuss this directly with the company or group operating the dormitory. We recommend checking before concluding the dormitory contract.
Q5: Can I leave the dormitory once I have moved in? What are the conditions for doing so?
A:[WISH, Higashi-Fushimi Student Dormitory]
Based on the dormitory contract, in principle, withdrawal before expiration the dormitory contract period is not allowed. However, based on the decision of the university, there are cases in which it is allowed for residents to withdraw from a dormitory voluntary in a case that spread of COVID-19 etc. occurs.
A: [Affiliated and recommended dormitories]
The conditions vary between the companies and groups operating the dormitories. Please inquire with them directly.
Thank you.
