A reference video for the area around Doshisha University’s Imadegawa Campus.
Living alone at Doshisha University.
Costs, rent levels and recommended areas
Imadegawa Campus is one minute on foot from Imadegawa subway station. Your budget changes depending on whether you minimize commute time or widen the search to Kuramaguchi and Demachiyanagi for better rent or apartment conditions.
Doshisha University rent guide | August 2026
In AtHome listings from the latest three months, studios around Imadegawa Station average about ¥46,600 and 1K units about ¥49,800. Across Kamigyo Ward, studios average about ¥49,400 and 1K units about ¥51,600.Imadegawa Station rent levels Kamigyo Ward rent levels
Recommended areas for living alone at Doshisha University
When comparing areas, look beyond distance to campus and include shopping, rail access and cycling.
| Area | Best for | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Imadegawa / Muromachi | Prioritize the shortest commute | Close to campus and easy to build a university-centered daily routine. |
| Kuramaguchi | Widen options along the subway | One stop north of Imadegawa; easy to combine subway access with a cycling radius. |
| Demachiyanagi | Use Keihan often and want neighborhood convenience | Doshisha’s official guide gives 15 minutes on foot to Imadegawa Campus; both Keihan and Eizan Railway are available. |
| Nishijin / Horikawa-Imadegawa | Search around cycling and buses | A daily-life area around Imadegawa and Horikawa streets, with room to broaden choices by size and building age. |
1. Monthly budget model for Doshisha students
| Item | Budget model | How to think about it |
|---|---|---|
| Rent | ¥50,000–¥65,000 | Walking distance to Imadegawa or widen to Kuramaguchi |
| 管理費等 | ¥3,000–¥7,000 | Compare together with rent |
| 食費 | ¥25,000–¥40,000 | Varies with cafeteria, cooking and eating out |
| 水道光熱 | ¥8,000–¥12,000 | Often higher in summer and winter |
| 通信 | ¥3,000–¥6,000 | Compare properties with internet included |
| Transport & daily necessities | ¥5,000–¥10,000 | Varies with subway use |
2. A campus one minute from Imadegawa Station changes how you can choose where to live
Doshisha’s official access guide lists Imadegawa Campus as one minute on foot from Imadegawa Station on the Karasuma subway line and 15 minutes from Keihan Demachiyanagi Station.Doshisha University access
That means living anywhere along the subway can keep commuting simple even if you are not within walking distance. Looking beyond “within 500 m of campus” toward Kuramaguchi or Kitaoji increases your options.
3. Three ways to keep rent down
- Look beyond a 5-minute walk from Imadegawa:extend the search to a 10-minute bicycle radius.
- Move one subway stop away:include Kuramaguchi and similar areas.
- Judge the interior, not just building age:compare older renovated units too.
4. Upfront costs cannot be judged by rent alone
Compare deposit, key money, agency fee, guarantor fee, fire insurance, lock replacement and advance rent. Two ¥50,000 apartments can differ by tens of thousands of yen at signing.
Frequently asked questions about living alone at Doshisha
What is a typical rent for Doshisha students?
As of August 2026, listed averages are about ¥46,600 for studios and ¥49,800 for 1K units around Imadegawa Station; across Kamigyo Ward, about ¥49,400 for studios and ¥51,600 for 1K units.
Is it better to live near campus or near a station?
If daily commute time matters most, choose walking or cycling distance to campus. If you travel by rail often for trips home or part-time work, prioritize station access. Imagine a typical week after moving in and compare from that perspective.
See more area detail in the Doshisha living-alone guide →
Rent levels vary with listing conditions. Checked August 27, 2026.