Tokyo Real Estate News & Information

English-Speaking Real Estate Agents in Japan

Finding the right real estate agent can make all the difference when navigating the Japanese property market. Whether you're looking to rent, buy, or manage a property, working with a local agent who speaks your language is crucial. In major cities like Tokyo and Yokohama, English-speaking real est…

What is 坪(Tsubo)・平米(Heibei)・㎡(Square meter)・畳(Jo)・帖(Jo)？ -About the units used to describe the size of real estate in Japan

In Japan, there are a number of units that describe area, such as 坪 (tsubo)・平米 (Heibei)・㎡ (Square meter)・畳 (Jo)・帖 (Jo)・歩 (Bu)・畝 (Se)・反 (Tan)・町 (Cho). In this article, we will explain the units that are widely used in the real estate industry, which you may see on advertisement drawings when you ar…

A Simple Guide to Home Insurance in Japan

Living in Japan as a foreigner, you may face challenges due to culture shock, language barriers and just plain cross-cultural misunderstanding. But beyond these obvious daily experiences, foreign residents may also have to overcome hurdles in times of stress or disaster. When you own or rent a prop…

Condominium Unit Ownership Act to be revised in 2024 - What will change?

The increase in the number of dilapidated condominium apartments is a social problem in Japan, especially in the Tokyo area where many apartments are built, but there are various obstacles to a resolution to rebuild, such as owners whose whereabouts are unknown or who live abroad. Therefore, in ord…

Earthquake Resistance of Buildings in Japan — What to Know

Japan's Building Standard Act is strictly reviewed after every significant earthquake to ensure that all structures, including rental apartments, are as earthquake-resistant as possible. Thus, you can rest assured that, in Japan, the bar for earthquake-resistance standards is set exceptionally high…

Can Apartments be Renovated to Change the Ceiling Height?

Compared to those in Western countries, the ceiling heights of Japanese houses are said to be low. In this article, we will compare ceiling heights in Japan and Western countries and explain the advantages and disadvantages of high ceilings. What is ceiling height? It refers to the height from the…

Prestigious Residential Areas in Tokyo – Your Guide

High-class residential areas in Tokyo, such as Hiroo, Azabu, Shoto, Akasaka, and Takanawadai, are renowned for their prestige. These neighborhoods, often located on hilltops with scenic views, offer a tranquil living environment in central Tokyo. They feature low-rise luxury condos and rental apart…

Apartment Renovation Costs and Renovation

The cost of renovating an apartment varies depending on the scope of the construction and the details of the renovation such as the equipment. We will, here, explain the approximate cost of apartment renovation for each renovation area.We will also introduce the estimated construction costs of reno…

Renting a Spacious House in Tokyo

For those who are looking for a spacious rental residence in Tokyo, we will guide you on renting a house here.When people coming to Japan from overseas look for a house, one of their concerns may be that houses in Japan are smaller than those in Western countries. While there are many spacious apar…

Putting Holes in Rented Apartment Walls in Japan

You may be wondering if it is allowed to drill holes in the walls of rented properties in Japan, and if so, what size holes are permitted. Putting holes on the walls will enable you to hang posters, hang wall clocks, install shelves and many other decorative items however, you may or may not be res…