You might be one of many who are worried like, “I’m going to live separately from my partner, but where should I live…”
In recent years, the number of couples who continue their marriages in the form of separation rather than divorce. Also, many people choose a new style, `living in the same house, but eating and doing housework separately.`
Sharehouses are recommended as a place for couples like above.
There are many advantages like, `East to pass the screening test even if you are a housewife or an elder’ and `Equipped with home appliances.`
Moreover, since other people live in a sharehouse together, having a conversation with them will be a good break.
Also, discussing about marital relationships would help to resolve problems.
In some cases, choosing a sharehouse as a place to live during a separation can improve a married couple’s relationship.
However, it’s hard to imagine moving into a sharehouse as a couple.
So, in this article, we talk about the following.
・The advantages of living separately
・The reason why we recommend sharehouses for a separation
・Five recommended sharehouses
Please refer to this article to consider living separately in a sharehouse.
What is ‘living separately from a partner,’ a new way of living?
First, let’s check the definition of separation.
There are basically two meanings in a separated couple.
1 Eating and doing housework separately while living in the same house
2 Living in a different place, but still legally married
In this article, we talk about `1. Eating and doing housework separately while living in the same house.’ In this case, couples separate their lives in their home because they are not getting along or are considering divorce.
`2 Living in a different place, but still legally married` is called `commuter marriage’ or ‘weekend marriage.’
In this case, the couple’s relationship is going well. But, many couples choose this lifestyle when they want to live in different places and cannot move out immediately due to work commitments.
Also, couples who have lived together for a long time tend to prefer this lifestyle after husbands retired or their children became independent.
Next, let’s check the advantages and disadvantages of living separately.
The advantages of martial separation
There are the following advantages in martial separation.
・Keep one’s own life rhythm
・See each other with a fresh feeling
・Spend time on favorite things
・Make a time to calm down after a quarrel or fight
・Help improve a relationship by being calm
A key is ‘Being some distance away from each other allows both to be calm.’
We have said that couples who are not getting along or are considering divorce tend to choose separation. Couples can calm down by keeping a distance and having their own time through separation.
Also, by eating and doing housework separately, we often learn to appreciate each other. Sometimes it works better by keeping a decent distance from each other.
In addition, there are also physical benefits, such as “I don’t have to worry about my partner’s snoring anymore when we have separate bedrooms” and “I can do less housework now.”
The reasons why we recommend sharehouses for martial separation
We just talked about the advantages of separation, but a place for separated couples is not limited to an ordinary house or apartment.
Actually, many separated couples choose a sharehouse as a place to live.
We recommend a sharehouse for the following three reasons.
・Easy to move in for housewives and elders because of low rent
・Cut the initial cost since a sharehouse is fully equipped with home appliances
・Clear one’s head through conversation and interactions with others
We will explain them one by one.
The reasons why we recommend sharehouses for separation #1: Low rent
The first reason is ‘Easy to move in for housewives and elders because of low rent.’
Couples whose age is over their 30s tend to choose separation. However, many women may have left their work after marriage and are now full-time housewives.
Even if you decide to live separately, it is not easy to move out immediately due to difficulties in passing the screening test.
Also, older people live on pensions, making it difficult to find a place to move into right away.
Compared to regular apartments, sharehouses’ screening test is easy to pass, and rent is low.
For example, the differences are as follows in Tokyo.
[Average rent in Tokyo]
・Regular apartments: ¥80,000 ~ ¥100,000
・Sharehouses: ¥55,000 ~ ¥70,000
Since rent is inexpensive, so even if you are currently unemployed, you can still find a place to move to with plenty of time to spare.
Please refer to the article below about the screening test for sharehouses.
→ Is there a screening test for a sharehouse? Explaining key points and flow with a comparison with the regular apartment.
The reasons why we recommend sharehouses for separation #2: Preparation of home appliance
The second reason is ‘You can save the initial cost since sharehouses prepare home appliances.’
In general, the following home appliances are installed in sharehouses.
・Dininig table and chairs
・Couch
・TV
・Refrigerator
・Microwave
・Rice cooker
・Kitchenware
With all the home appliances above, you won’t have any trouble even if you have to move out suddenly. Even if you suddenly decide to live separately from your partner, living in a sharehouse will allow you to start a new life right away.
Since furniture and appliances are provided, you can save hundreds of thousands of yen on moving expenses. If you choose to move into a sharehouse, you can also save the initial cost.
Please refer to the following article about furniture and appliances provided by sharehouses.
→ ‘What do you need to bring when you move into a sharehouse? What to do with furniture and appliances when living alone?’
The reasons why we recommend sharehouses for separation #3: Socializing with people
The third reason is ‘Socializing with people can refresh your mind.`
Sharehouses mean a way of living with multiple people in the same house. There is an average of 7 residents in a sharehouse, so couples are rarely alone together.
You can often talk with other residents in the living room or other shared spaces, which is a great way to refresh your mind. The daily conversations will ease your stress, and you can discuss your problems with them.
Conversations and consultations with others would help couples resolve their problems and prevent quarrels and arguments.
For the purpose above, it is also recommended to know the number of roommates you are comfortable with.
Please refer to the following article about the number of people in a sharehouse.
→ ‘What is the ideal number of residents in a sharehouse? What is the average number?’
So far, we have explained why sharehouses are recommended for couples living separately.
Next, we introduce five recommended sharehouses for couples considering separation.
Recommended sharehouse for couples living separately #1: Sharehouse Shareton Soka
The first sharehouse is Sharehouse Hiamari’s Shareton soka.
This sharehouse is newly opened and very clean.
Recommended points are:
・Relaxing life in a quiet and calm residential area
・The living room is in the center, making it easy for residents to interact with each other
・One bathroom with bathtub and two shower rooms to avoid congestion.
The sharehouse has a relaxing environment and is designed to prevent congestion, recommended for people who live in a sharehouse for the first time.
[Details]
・Rent + Common service fee: ¥30,000 ~ ¥34,000 + ¥12,000
・The number of rooms: 9
・The number of residents: 9 at maximum
・The nearest station: Soka Station on Tobu Skytree Line
→ Check out more detail about Sharehouse Hiamari Share Tamurosoka!
Recommended sharehouse for couples living separately #2: Serendipity Haneda
The second sharehouse is Sharehouse Hidamari’s Serendipity Haneda.
Serendipity Haneda is in a good location, 5 min away from Haneda International Airport by train.
Recommended points are:
・Private rooms are equipped with a bed, desk, chair, refrigerator, and hanging rack
・Easy to communicate since the total number of rooms is seven
・High security with intercom with monitor, and electronic lock for each private room
You can start your new life right away without having to prepare furniture or home appliances.
[Details]
・Rent + Common service fee: ¥52,000 ~ ¥54,000 + ¥13,000
・The number of rooms: 7
・The number of residents: 7 at maximum
・The nearest station: Anamori-inari Station on Keikyu Airport Line, Bentenbashi Bus Station on Haneda International Airport Line (Fixed-route Bus)
・Recommended for people: looking for a sharehouse whose private rooms come with furniture and home appliances
→ Check out more detail about Sharehouse Hiamari Serendipity Haneda!
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Recommended sharehouse for couples living separately #3: Sharehouse Hidamari’s Yokohama Dot Terrace
The third is Sharehouse Hidamari’s Female-only sharehouse, Yokohama Dot Terrace.
Yokohama Dot Terrace is like a regular apartment/mansion.
Recommended points are:
・Easy to get used to communal life in a condominium with a renovated structure
・Less sound leakage and less stress from daily life noise
・Easy to live since a large shopping mall is nearby
The sharehouse is recommended for women who want to have a communal life like living alone.
[Details]
・Rent + Common service fee: ¥19,000 + ¥7,000 for a dormitory, ¥49,000 + ¥10,000 for private rooms → Campaign: ¥30,000 + ¥10,000
・The number of rooms: 15
・The number of residents: 17 at maximum
・The nearest station: Tennocho Station on Sagami Railway Sotesu Main Line, Yokohama Station on JR and Tokyu Toyoko Line
Recommended sharehouse for couples living separately #4: SHARES’ Stroll Nihonbashi
The fourth sharehouse is SHARES’ Stroll Nihonbashi.
Stroll Nihonbashi is a sharehouse with favorable conditions in terms of both rent and location.
Recommended points are:
・Live in the central area of Nihonbashi from ¥55,000
・Possible to go hang out in the neighborhood with other residents
・Less congestion since the sharehouse has four toilets and two bathrooms
You can live in a sharehouse at low rent, and have a great time on holidays.
[Details]
・Rent + Common service fee: ¥55,000 ~ ¥71,000 + ¥12,000
・The number of rooms: 9
・The number of residents: 9 at maximum
・The nearest station: Suitengumae Station on Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, Ningyocho Station on Toei Asakusa Line, and Kayabacho Station on Tokyo Metro Tozai Line
・Recommended for people: who want to live in the metropolitan area at low rent
Recommended sharehouse for couples living separately #5: SHAREPARADE Otsuka-takuan
The five sharehouse is SHAREPARADE’s Otsuka-takuan.
The interior of the sharehouse is decorated with natural materials, giving it a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Recommended points are:
・A sharehouse is constructed based on wood, where you can feel the warmth of wood
・Private rooms are equipped with small furniture such as a bed and desk
・The rental cafeteria is available, and you can become a café owner for a day
The sharehouse is recommended for people who want to challenge their dreams or start something new after a marital separation.
[Details]
・Rent + Common service fee: ¥50,000 ~ ¥67,000 + ¥13,000
・The number of rooms: 9
・The number of residents: 9 at maximum
・The nearest station: Otsuka Station on JR Yamanote Line, Otsuka-ekimae Station on Toei Arakawa Line, and Shin-otsuka Station on Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line
・Recommended for people: who want to live in a sharehouse with a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Summary: Separated couples can treat each other with a new and fresh mind by utilizing a sharehouse
We explained the relationship between sharehouses and separated couples in this article.
To summarize so far, separated couples means either ‘eating and doing housework separately while living in the same house’ or ‘living in a different place, but still legally married.’
There are the following five advantages in martial separation.
・Keep one’s own life rhythm
・See each other with a fresh feeling
・Spend time on favorite things
・Make a time to calm down after a quarrel or fight
・Help improve a relationship by being calm
Also, a sharehouse is highly recommended as a place for a new life for separated couples.
As reasons above, we explained the following.
・Easy to move in for housewives and elders because of low rent
・Cut the initial cost since a sharehouse is fully equipped with home appliances
・Clear one’s head through conversation and interactions with others
Even couples who have been in disagreement or thinking about divorce often find that their relationship is improved.
Please look for a place to live separately from your partner while referring to the recommended sharehouses introduced at the end.
Also, you may imagine that sharehouses are for the younger generation, such as those in their 20s, but recently there has been an increase in the number of sharehouses that people in their 40s and 50s move in.
Please refer to the article below for more details.
