ボーダレスハウス 大阪弁天町
Borderless House Osaka Bentencho is an international sharehouse occupying the 2nd through 4th floors of a building a short walk from Bentencho Station. The house fits 8 residents across a mix of private and shared rooms, with a 43.6 sqm living and dining area that is the social heart of the house. When it is full, residents typically represent 4-5 countries at once.
The draw here is community, not coworking. There is no dedicated workspace. Residents who need to work from home use their own rooms, which all come with a desk, chair, and in-room WiFi. The common areas also have WiFi coverage. If you need a proper coworking setup, you will want a nearby cafe or a day-pass space.
Bentencho Station sits on both the JR Osaka Loop Line and the Osaka Metro Chuo Line, putting Namba, Shinsaibashi, Umeda, and Osaka Castle within 15 minutes by train. The neighborhood itself is full of convenience stores, supermarkets, banks, and restaurants, with an old-fashioned shopping street nearby. Osaka Bay Tower is a short walk away, with an onsen, a shopping mall, and restaurants.
Past residents describe a family-like atmosphere built around spontaneous evenings in the common room and occasional shared dinners. One former tenant put it this way. "Some of the most memorable moments were when we all came home after work or school and relaxed and talked. There were times when we would plan dinners together, it felt like a family." The mix tends to include language learners, working holiday makers, career changers relocating to Osaka, and the occasional remote professional.
Move-in is possible within 2 days of booking. No room-viewing is required. The initial fee is ¥45,000 (¥30,000 key money plus ¥15,000 cleaning fee), on top of the first month's prorated rent and utilities. Bedding can be rented for a one-time fee of ¥12,000. Dietary options are not confirmed anywhere on the website or in resident reviews.
Based on website
8 beds across private and shared rooms on floors 2-4. Monthly rent does not include utilities.
Room 2A-1 (Private, Male)
1 person9.7 sqm
Desk, chair, bed, bookshelf, clothing storage, AC, in-room WiFi
Room 2B-1 (Private, Any Gender)
1 person8.7 sqm
Desk, chair, bed, bookshelf, clothing storage, AC, in-room WiFi
Room 3A-1 (Private, Any Gender)
1 person10.89 sqm
Desk, chair, bed, bookshelf, clothing storage, AC, in-room WiFi
Room 4A (Shared for 2, Male)
1 person14 sqm
Desk, chair, bed, bookshelf, clothing storage, AC, in-room WiFi
Room 4B-1 (Private, Any Gender)
1 person11.5 sqm
Desk, chair, bed, bookshelf, clothing storage, AC, balcony, in-room WiFi
Room 4C (Shared for 2, Female)
1 person17.28 sqm
Desk, chair, bed, bookshelf, clothing storage, AC, in-room WiFi
Contract options
Monthly contract
Min 1 month. Initial fee ¥45,000 + first month rent.
Standard rate
Based on website
Shared kitchen
2 fridges, 2 microwaves, wash-basin
WiFi
In-room WiFi + common area coverage
Bathroom
Shared shower and bathtub
Washing machine
Shared in-house washing machine
Air conditioning
In every private and shared room
Desk and chair
Desk, chair, and desk lamp in every room
Living and dining area
43.6 sqm shared lounge with TV
Balcony
Available in some 4th-floor rooms
Bedding rental
Optional, ¥12,000 one-time fee
Non-smoking throughout. No pets mentioned. Bedding set includes mattress pad, sheet, futon, duvet, pillow, and blanket.
Based on website
The building is entirely non-smoking. Minimum stay is one month. House rules around cleaning rotations are set by residents together. Borderless House staff are available Mon-Sat 10:00-17:00 and ask that any issues be raised through their LINE or phone channel.
If the reserved room is currently available, rent begins no later than 2 weeks after the reservation is confirmed. If the room becomes available on a future date, rent starts no later than 2 weeks after that date.
Based on website
With only 8 residents at a time, the community here is close-knit. Past tenants describe evenings where housemates naturally gathered in the shared living and dining space after work or language school, sometimes cooking together or planning outings. There are no organized weekly events, but the small size means connections form quickly.
The house typically has residents from 4-5 countries at once. Borderless House intentionally mixes Japanese and international tenants, and the local residents tend to be people who want to practice English or meet people from different cultures. A LINE group connects everyone in the house.
Resident Mix
Mix of Japanese locals and international residents from 4-5 countries. Typical residents are language learners, working holiday makers, interns, and career changers. Mostly 20s-30s.
Nearest station
Bentencho Station (JR Loop Line / Metro Chuo Line)
Lines
See Google Maps
Take the JR Osaka Loop Line or the Osaka Metro Chuo Line to Bentencho Station. The area is well served by convenience stores, supermarkets, and restaurants within a 5-minute walk.
Bentencho is a residential and commercial area in Minato Ward, Osaka, served by both the JR Osaka Loop Line and the Osaka Metro Chuo Line, putting Namba, Shinsaibashi, and Umeda all within 15 minutes by train. The neighborhood has a practical, low-key feel with supermarkets, convenience stores, and a nostalgic shopping street within short walking distance. Osaka Bay Tower is nearby, housing an onsen, restaurants, and a mall, and the Kaiyukan aquarium is a 15-minute train ride away.
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