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Keep a roof over Yumi's head in Shinjuku
A sudden layoff left Yumi short on rent for 5 months; help us stay in our home.
🇯🇵 Tokyo, Japan2,921 views
When my hours were cut in half in August, Yumi fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Monday a notice to vacate was taped to the door, and the amount owed is $2,350.
The landlord was understanding for a while, but has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, the family must leave.
There are 2 children at home. Moving would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else.
Yumi has started working evenings as a cleaner, and is applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here.
The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done.
Where the $2,350 goes:
• Rent arrears (5 months): $1,200
• Late fees and court costs: $310
• Utilities in arrears: $165
• First month of rent as a buffer: $675
Thanks for being kind about this.
- due date
- 2026-10-09
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Noboru
We're at 30% thanks to 17 of you. the plan for rent arrears is now scheduled. More news soon.
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Thinking of you and your family. Shared this with my family. Blessings!
I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. My husband and I read this together