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Mr.LAND Celebrates its First Client Appreciation Day Event
Here at Mr. LAND, we are endlessly grateful to our wonderful clients, all of whom have been some of the kindest and most down-to-earth people we have had the pleasure of working with. They come from all walks of life…
How to Transfer Funds for a Japanese Real Estate Purchase: Preparation Guide for Foreign Buyers
Article written by Yoshiaki Maekawa Japan’s real estate market is attracting growing interest from foreign investors — and for good reason. Beyond those seeking permanent residency or a retirement haven, a rising number of international buyers are eyeing Japan as…
What Does Your Budget Actually Buy You in Japan?
A Foreign Buyer’s Guide to Tokyo City Living, The Connected Cities and The Escape Belt If you’ve spent any time looking at Japanese real estate from overseas, you’ve probably noticed a problem:listings are difficult to read, there are unfamiliar terms…
What Foreign Buyers Are Actually Buying in 2026 – FREE Online Seminar by Mr.LAND
Japan property has captured global attention over the past few years. But what are overseas buyers actually buying today? And more importantly, why are they buying? In our upcoming online seminar, we go beyond the usual headlines surrounding akiya, cheap…
Finding the Right Community in Japan: Why Lifestyle Buyers Are Looking Beyond the Property
Article written by Yoshiaki Maekawa When people think about moving to Japan or buying a home here, they often focus on the obvious benefits: safety, lower living costs compared with many global cities, excellent food, reliable infrastructure, and rich culture.…
Tokyo vs Kyoto: The Comparison of Japan’s Two Capitals
Tokyo vs Kyoto – Two Sides of Japan Japan is a nation that exists in two timelines at once. On one side stands Tokyo, a global powerhouse of technology and innovation. On the other is Kyoto, a city of temples,…
Discover Saitama’s Hidden Charms – Kawagoe and Bonsai Town
Saitama Prefecture, just a stone’s throw from Tokyo, offers an intriguing mix of old-world charm and modern convenience. While it’s known for being a commuter hub, Saitama has so much more to offer than its close proximity to Japan’s capital…
What Living Abroad Means Teaches You About Your Own Culture
Article written by Yoshiaki Maekawa What kind of culture does your home country have? If you were to live abroad, where would you choose to live? According to statistics in the United States, the top countries people wish to relocate…
Do You Have to Join a Neighborhood Association in Japan? A Guide for Foreign Homeowners
If you are planning to buy property in Japan, you may come across the term “chōnaikai” (町内会) or neighborhood association. For many foreign homebuyers, this raises immediate questions: Unlike taxes or property registration, neighborhood associations are not always clearly explained…
Buying Property in Japan as a Foreigner: Key Differences from the U.S
Article written by Yoshiaki Maekawa Can foreigners buy property in Japan? How does the process compare to the US? If you’re considering buying real estate in Japan—whether as an investment, holiday home, or future residence—it’s important to understand how the…
A Deep Dive into Tokyo’s “Coolest Neighborhood”: Jimbocho
Jimbocho, Tokyo’s iconic vintage book district, was recently crowned one of the “World’s Coolest Neighborhoods of 2025” by Time Out—and it absolutely lives up to the title. With over 150 bookstores, publishing houses, and academic institutions packed into just a…
Bushido: The Samurai Code That Inspired Theodore Roosevelt
Article written by Yoshiaki Maekawa Bushido and Religion It is often said that, among the countries of the world, Japan has an unusually large number of people who consider themselves non-religious. However, once you come to Japan, you quickly realize…