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Category Buying Property in Japan
Process, home loans, taxes and costs, and how buying in Japan differs from the U.S. — explained for foreign buyers.
Article written by Yoshiaki Maekawa Choosing a property is not only about price, size, or location. What makes a home
October 23, 2026
While browsing Google, YouTube, or social media, you may have come across posts advertising akiya as “Japan’s almost free houses”
September 11, 2026
Buying a home in a foreign country can be challenging. Beyond language and communication, it’s important to understand the local
July 31, 2026
Top 5 Reasons to Buy a Home in Japan: A Smart Lifestyle Investment for Japan Lovers For many people around
July 17, 2026
Article written by Yoshiaki Maekawa Opening a bank account in Japan can be surprisingly challenging, especially for foreigners, non-residents, and
July 3, 2026
Article written by Yoshiaki Maekawa Japan’s real estate market is attracting growing interest from foreign investors — and for good
June 6, 2026
A Foreign Buyer’s Guide to Tokyo City Living, The Connected Cities and The Escape Belt If you’ve spent any time
May 22, 2026
Article written by Yoshiaki Maekawa Can foreigners buy property in Japan? How does the process compare to the US? If
March 31, 2026
Buying property in Japan is an exciting step — whether you are purchasing a holiday home, an investment property, or
February 21, 2026
Until now, real estate registration in Japan could be completed using only the owner’s name and address. However, on December
January 24, 2026
In Tokyo, flood hazard maps and inundation prediction area maps can be viewed on the websites of each local government
January 8, 2026
When you embark on the journey of purchasing a condo, crafting a comprehensive financial plan is pivotal. This plan not
November 17, 2025