② RIR Shiinamachi
(Rikkyo International Residence Ikebukuro)
(Rikkyo International Residence Ikebukuro)
■Accommodation Overview
Management Company: Mainichi Comnet Co.
Number of Rooms: 70 (including 18 rooms for international students)
Room Type: Furnished Single Room
Residents: Japanese and international students of Rikkyo University
Nearest Stations:
Shiinamachi Station on the Seibu Ikebukuro Line (7-minute walk)
Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Kaname-cho Station (9-minute walk)
Travel Time to University: Approximately 14 minutes walking to Ikebukuro campus
Floors: Mixed-gender floor only
Completion Date: February 2013
Room Facilities: Separate bath and toilet, Independent wash stand, Air conditioner, Closet, Intercom with TV monitor, Internet, Hot water supply (gas), Bathroom dryer, Lighting, Refrigerator, Washing machine, Bed (with mattress), Desk, Chair, Chest, TV stand, etc.,
Common Facilities: Elevator, Bicycle parking, Dining room, Vending machines, etc.
Management System: Live-in caretaker on duty
Map:
Floor Plan:
(Room: approx. 17m²- 18m²)
■ Recommendations
Convenient Access to Ikebukuro Campus: Second closest dormitory to the Ikebukuro campus, just a 15-minute walk away.
At-Home Atmosphere with Opportunities to Improve Japanese: With many Japanese students living here, you can enjoy international exchange in your daily life. This environment is recommended for students who want to practice and improve their Japanese language skills.
Nutritious and Tasty Meals: You can enjoy delicious meals that will support healthy living in an unfamiliar environment.
■ Contract Term, Dormitory Fee
Dormitory fee and other costs are listed as of 2025 and subject to change.
Please refer to the information to be provided at the time of the contract to check the confirmed final amount.
2026 Spring Semester Enrollments Details for New Residents
Spring Semester:Late March, 2026 - Early August, 2026 (tentative) , Approximately 620,000 yen
Fall Semester:Early August, 2026 - Early March, 2027 (tentative) , Approximately 880,000 yen
2026 Fall Semester Enrollments Details for New Residents
Fall Semester:Late August, 2026 - Early March, 2027 (tentative) , Approximately 850,000 yen
Spring Semester:Early March, 2027 - Early August, 2027 (tentative) , Approximately 650,000 yen
Notes
The dormitory fee includes: rent, management fee, meal and operational costs, utilities (electricity and water), internet, safety/lifestyle support services, and cleaning fees
A contract without meal options is not available.
In addition to the dormitory fee, there is a gas usage fee of approximately 4,000 yen per month.
Contract renewal is required each semester through the prescribed procedure. The maximum length of residence is two semesters.
■Services offered in the dormitory
Meal Plan (Required)
RIR Shiinamachi provides all residents with breakfast and dinner prepared in the dormitory.
Meal-less contracts are not available.
Please note that vegetarian, vegan, and halal dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated.
■Optional Service Availale
Dormitory fee and other costs are listed as of 2025 and subject to change.
Please refer to the information to be provided at the time of the contract to check the confirmed final amount.
Bedding Leasing Service (Upon Request)
At RIR Shiinamachi, you can apply for the bedding leasing service (approx. 20,000yen (tax included) for a period of 6 months).
The service includes: A Pillow, A Bed Pad, Sheets, Comforters
Sheets can be changed several times a month.
■Dormitory Photos
Room
2F Cafeteria
Meal
Meal
■Dormitory General Rules
■Living Support in the Dormitory
Resident Supporters (RS)
Rikkyo University arranges for Resident Supporters (RS)—Rikkyo University students who assist international students in their daily lives.
One RS is stationed at RIR to support international students with both daily activities and their studies in Japan.
Please click the image on the left to visit the website created by the RS to introduce the dormitory.