Normally you need the following to connect to the Internet in a private apartment.

• Check what type of telephone cable is in your apartment (normal telephone cable or broadband cable.)
• Sign a contract with an internet service provider.

The service and contents may change depending upon what type of telephone cable is in your apartment.

So first you need to ask the real estate agent what type of telephone cable is in your apartment (either normal telephone cable or "Hikari" broadband cable). There are brochures about internet providers available at Kanazawa University Co-op shop and electronics retailers. Some internet service providers accept inquires in English, so please check these details by yourself.

When you move out or leave Japan, you will need to prepare to end your internet contract starting about 1-2 months before you move out.