Real Estate Guides
What foreign buyers need to know about Japanese property — akiya bargains, due-diligence checklists, and the legal steps of buying real estate in Japan.
The Real Cost of Buying and Owning Property in Japan: Every Tax and Fee, Itemized
The purchase price is only the beginning. A complete breakdown of Japanese property transaction costs — acquisition tax, registration, stamp duty, agent fees — plus the annual taxes and running costs foreign owners routinely underestimate.
Viewing a Japanese Property: The 40-Point Checklist That Catches What Photos Hide
Listing photos are marketing; viewings are due diligence. A structured checklist for inspecting Japanese houses and apartments — structure, water, sun, sound, hazard maps, and the neighborhood questions that matter more than the building.
Renovating an Akiya: Realistic Budgets, Contractor Realities, and the Problems Inspections Miss
Buying the ¥3 million house is the easy part. What renovation actually costs by scope, how to find contractors willing to work on old rural houses, and the five defects that turn bargains into money pits.
Buying Property in Japan From Overseas: Remote Purchase Mechanics That Actually Work
You can legally buy Japanese real estate without setting foot in the country — but the mechanics of representation, money transfer, registration, and post-purchase management have to be set up correctly. A step-by-step guide.
Due Diligence Checklist for Japanese Real Estate Purchases
A systematic checklist covering every aspect of due diligence when buying property in Japan, from title verification and zoning to earthquake risk and tax obligations.
Understanding Akiya: Japan's Abandoned Houses and Their Investment Potential
A deep look at Japan's akiya (abandoned house) phenomenon, including how to find them, renovation realities, legal considerations, and realistic investment expectations.
Buying Property in Japan as a Foreigner: A Complete Guide
Everything foreigners need to know about purchasing real estate in Japan, from legal requirements and property types to financing and common pitfalls.