The dormitories and residences managed by private organizations for international students. Selection is conducted by screening of application documents and by interview. Due to the popularity of these residences, not all applicants can be accepted.

Hyogo International Students House (Chuo-ku, Kobe)

Eligibility

International students enrolled in universities, junior colleges and special training colleges in Hyogo Prefecture.
*Residential period is less than the shortest term of study (until the end of the semester).

Number of rooms

38 for married couple
159 for single

Rent

[for married couple] ¥35,000 (+admission fee:¥70,000)
[for single] ¥35,000 (+admission fee: ¥35,000)

Application period

As needed

Application Method

Apply through your respective faculty.

Please refer here:   INVITATION TO APPLY FOR ADMISSION

 

Kinoshita Kinen Jigyo Kobe Students’ Dormitory (Chuo-ku, Kobe)*1

Eligibility

International full-time undergraduate and graduate students, except for new students who have recently arrived. 

Number of rooms

64 for single male students
80 for single female students

Rent

Gratis

Application period

Deadline : October 31, 2024

Application Method

Apply through your respective faculty.

Please refer here: Application Guidelines & Form (in Japanese)

Kinoshita Kinen Jigyo Ashiya Female Residence (Hirata-cho, Ashiya)*1

Eligibility

International full-time undergraduate and graduate students, except for new students who have recently arrived

Number of rooms

8 for single female only

Rent

Gratis

Application period

Deadline : October 31, 2024

Application Method

Apply through your respective faculty.

Please refer here: Application Guidelines & Form (in Japanese)

Kinoshita Kinen Jigyo Ashiya-Hama Male Residence (Hirata-cho, Ashiya)*1

Eligibility

International full-time undergraduate and graduate students, except for new students who have recently arrived.

Number of rooms

12  (single male students only)

Rent

Gratis

Application period

Deadline : October 31, 2024

Application Method

Apply through your respective faculty.

Please refer here: Application Guidelines & Form (in Japanese)

Gakushu Shorei Ryo

Eligibility

International undergraduate and graduate students (incl. exchange students) enrolled at Kobe University.
Please see the details here.

Number of rooms

For single students

Rent

¥48,000 (over 91 days)
*incl. 2 meals/day and furnished

Application period

As needed basis

Application Method

Apply at International Student Exchange Division
Application Forms: ≤ 90days, ≥ 91days

*1: A student must have a guarantor.