When you move in to a private apartment, you need to sign utilities contracts for electricity, gas and water by yourself. You may need to use specific utility companies, so please check with the real estate agent.

It is easier to pay utility fees through your bank account by automatic payments.

Opening a Bank Account

However if you move out due to completing your studies and leave Japan or move to another apartment, you will need to confirm with these companies about shutting off supply and how to pay for the final payment. After you have confirmed these, you will need to stop the automatic payments at your bank if you have been using them.

Procedures for moving out from apartments

If you have any inquiries, please ask the real estate agent, your academic advisor, tutor or your student affairs section.

Water

　Japan has high sanitary standards and tap water is drinkable anywhere in the country. To have the water service started, please contact the following.

Gas

The type of gas used in Kanazawa （city gas or liquid propane gas） varies according to the location. Please check with the real estate agent as to which type of gas is used for your apartment.

When buying and using gas equipment, please make sure that they are compatible with the type of gas being supplied.

“City gas”

A representative from the gas company must come to check the gas valves and facilities before they start service. In order to get service from the city gas company, contact the following.

*LP gas

Please contact the LP gas dealer specified by the estate agent.

If you need, please ask your real estate agent.

Electricity

In Ishikawa Prefecture, electricity is supplied at 100 volts and 60 hertz.

Please contact the following number for information on electricity such as when moving, changing contracts, emergencies due to power failure, and so on.