Tokyo - Post Report Question and Answers

Are there any unusual problems with insects or other infestations in housing?

Not too bad, lots of the doors/windows don’t have screens but the bugs don’t seem too bad, occasional roach or spider. - Jan 2024


Some of the townhouses were known to have roaches, but we never had a problem. Mold is a big issue. The ventilation system is very old and creates problems with moisture. Dehumidifiers in the summer are a must! - Nov 2020


Roaches in townhouses and some apartments. - Mar 2019


Some particular units get roaches because they face trees. - Jun 2018


You may have roaches, centipedes, mosquitos, geckos, or other critters, mostly depending on how old your housing is. Nothing unmanageable, though. Mold happens easily in the rainy season if you don't use your air conditioners enough. - Mar 2018


Roaches and mosquitoes. - Mar 2017


Mosquitos in summer are brutal; there are some cockroaches. - Feb 2014


Mosquitoes are unbelievably awful in the summer, but aside form that, this is a fairly problem-free area. - Apr 2013


cockroaches in summer time. Huge ones! - Jan 2011


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