Tokyo Real Estate News & Information
Tokyo's Property Market & Useful Tips for Property Owners
Stay informed on Tokyo land prices, redevelopment projects, taxes on Japanese real estate, real estate terms, and more. We provide useful news and information especially for foreigners (non-residents) interested in buying, selling, and owning properties in Tokyo.
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…
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The Process of Acquiring Land and Constructing a House
Many foreigners seeking to purchase a home in Japan prefer to build a custom home tailored to their specific needs and preferences. We'll guide you step-by-step through the process of building a custom home in Japan, from purchasing land to the final handover. Building a house in Japan is a multi-s…
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Can a foreigner purchase property in Japan?
With a weaker yen, increased foreign tourism, and a growing foreign resident population, there's been a surge in foreign real estate purchases in Japan. There has been a rise in the number of foreign purchases of condominiums, commercial buildings in central Tokyo, and resort properties in Hokkaido…
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Luxury Residential Areas in Tokyo – Your Guide
Tokyo's luxury residential neighborhoods—like Hiroo, Azabu, Shoto, Akasaka, and Takanawadai—are celebrated for their prestige and elegance. Often set on scenic hilltops, these areas combine central Tokyo's vibrancy with serene, upscale living. Here, you'll find exclusive low-rise condos and spaciou…
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How to rent out a residential property in Japan – Long-term vs Short-term vs Minpaku (Vacation Rentals)
There are various lease methods in Japan for managing a real estate property (a house and an apartment room) for investment. These methods include a short-term lease called minpaku (lodging at a private residence for example Airbnb/Vacation Rentals), weekly apartments, monthly apartments, a long-te…
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Market rent in Tokyo’s 23 wards by Types of Floor plans
We have summarized here the market rent of rental apartments and houses in Tokyo’s 23 wards as of March 1, 2023. >> To view the 2025 data, please click here. Tokyo is known as the area with the most expensive market rent in Japan, but not all the 23 wards have higher market rents than those i…
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Overview of Japan's Inheritance Tax for Foreigners
This article is written by Thomas Y. Lu (Global Head of Tax) of Leo Wealth and Ryo "Ryan" Kubozono of financialplanning.jp. The Japanese real estate market has been increasingly attracting foreign interest in recent years, particularly among foreigners residing in Japan or non-residents who are con…
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The Quality of Homat Series Apartments in Tokyo
Kowa Real Estate created and constructed Homat brand apartments especially for foreign company executives and diplomats residing in central Tokyo. Homat rental apartments have grown significantly since 1965, mostly in and around central Tokyo in places like Hiroo, Azabu, Akasaka, and Roppongi. Thes…
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Buying Land and Building a House on it - To Sort Out the Conditions for Building a House
When purchasing land and building a custom-built home, it is important to first consider where and what kind of house you would like to build, and what your ideal house would look like. Let's start by sorting out your conditions, such as the area where you want to live, the surrounding environment,…
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Buying Land and Building a House on it - Land search and purchase
Buying land to build a house begins with finding the land you want to purchase. Once you have decided on the area where you want to live, the image of the house you want to build, and your approximate budget, check the requirements of the land to determine what kind of land you should look for. Her…
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