The Area
Food and Drink
There are 4 convenience stores within 1 minute walk from Abiko station where you can stop to pick up things on the way to/from the apartment,
a large supermarket/department store is a 7-8 minute walk from the apartment,
another good-sized supermarket 5-6 minutes away, and
a roadside fruit/vegetable market 4-5 minutes walk on the way to the supermarket.
There is also another large department store just on the opposite side of the station as well, and there are
many Japanese eating/drinking places within easy walking distance.
Denny's, McDonald's, and Mister Donut are also within easy reach for anyone who may not be too keen on traditional Japanese food.
There is also a Starbucks in the large supermarket.
Post Office
There is a post office within 1 minute walk from Abiko station, which has a machine where you can withdraw money on international credit cards.
Banks
There is a bank across the street from Abiko Station where you can change foreign currency into Yen.
Parks
There are a number of parks and temples in the area, as well as a large lake to the south of Abiko station where you can walk, fish, and rent paddle-boats.