u/Defiant_Assistant831

Can anyone please help me understand,

what are these extra money, that I have to pay to move in ?

There are key money, deposit, guarantor fee, repair fee, move out fee, brokerage fee?? Just what is happening ?

Is there no way to simply find a home without any of these extra charges .. i will probably stay for 3 months - 1 year for work .. not sure how long .. I heard contracts are for 1 year or longer and I have to pay a penalty if I'm planning to move out sooner ?

What is the best option for a foreigner like me to get a stress free place in japan ? I would appreciate any suggestions and inputs!