Seminar - Buying and Selling Real Estate for Foreigners in Japan

Poste date: Friday, November 19, 2021

PLAZA HOMES presented a lecture on "Buying and Selling Real Estate for Foreigners in Japan" at Expat Expo Tokyo 2021.

The presentation covers topics such as buying a property in Japan, mortgages, popular areas, taxes, and comparisons with renting.

For Foreigners, How to Buy / Sell Real Estate in Japan

1. Purchasing Real Estate

Popular urban areas, redevelopment areas, where to be cautious when looking for property, an apartment vs a detached house, mortgages, costs, etc.

2. Renting vs Buying

Advantages and disadvantages of renting and buying, cost comparison, mortgage deduction, etc.

3. To Let Go of Real Estate

Options for selling or renting when returning to your home country or in other circumstances, as well as dealing with heirs (inheritance, renunciation of inheritance).

Exterior of Eclair Nogizaka

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Eclair Nogizaka

Eclair Nogizaka is a six-story condominium completed in February 1982 with a total of 27 units. The building has a modern exterior with a calm atmosphere based on beige tones. Nogi Shrine is nearby, providing a natural living environment. Security features include auto-locks and security cameras, so you can live in peace. The property is a 2-minute walk from Nogizaka Station on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, making it very convenient for commuting to work or school or going out by train.

JPY 398,000,000

Exterior of Seta M House

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Seta M House

This custom-built detached house was designed and built with some materials imported from overseas. The land area of 274sqm, a total floor area of the house over 300sqm, a spacious living area, plus garage with 2 parking lots. This western style residence has 4 bedrooms, 5 toilets in total, and high ceiling room brings natural light and openness. There are several international schools in the walking distance, such as Seisen, and St. Mary's International School, and Japanese public elementary and junior high schools are within 5min walking distance as well. <Remodeling History> 2007. 6 Water supply and drainage system improvement work 2010. 11 Water heater newly replaced 2016. 6 Water supply unit newly replaced 2021. 7 Home security system newly installed 2016. 8- 2023. 6 Air conditioners newly replace as needed (5 locations in total), and more

JPY430,000,000

Exterior of Osaki West City Towers

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Osaki West City Towers

39 story twin tower luxurious condominiums are landmark buildings. Direct connection to the station by a pedestrian deck helps easy transportation access to various areas in Tokyo, and also makes the residents comfortable for commuting in rainy days. The surrounding area is redeveloped well with complex facilities of commerce, business, and residence, inviting many restaurants, supermarkets, and stores as well as arranging many spaces of greens. In the West Entrance hall with glass wall and open ceiling a guest lounge space is arranged. The common use facilities in the two buildings such as Sky lounge, Party Room, Theater Room, Guest Room are available by coming and going through the passage connecting the buildings. High grade room equipment, the updated building security including 24 hours manned management, hotel-like front desk services all support comfortable and peaceful quality life in a tower condominium.

JPY 312,000,000

Exterior of Park Tower Shibakoen

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Park Tower Shibakoen

Park Tower Shiba Koen was constructed in December 2012 by Shimizu Corporation and formerly developed by Mitsui Fudosan Residential, and is built to new earthquake resistance standards. It is a 4-minute walk from Shibakoen Station on the Toei Mita Line and a 4-minute walk from Akabanebashi Station on the Toei Oedo Line. The building is a 24-storey reinforced concrete, partly steel-framed structure with a total of 98 units and is equipped with an auto-lock system and security cameras. The building has a hotel-like internal corridor design, with a highly private approach from the lift to each unit. The building is within easy reach of Azabu Juban and Tokyo Tower in the heart of Minato Ward, as well as the large-scale commercial complex Azabudai Hills and the Tokyo Bay areas of Hamamatsucho and Shibaura, which are undergoing redevelopment.

JPY 323,000,000

Exterior of Glarsa Tokyo East

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Glarsa Tokyo East

Glarsa Tokyo East is located within an 18-minute walk to Tokyo Station, and within a 10-minute walk to Hatchobori Station on the JR Keiyo Line/ Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line and Kayabacho Station on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line/Hibiya Line, which are the nearest stations to the building. From there, it is only 3 minutes directly to Otemachi Station, the center of business, 6 minutes directly to Ginza Station, a shopping town, and 10 minutes directly to Kasumigaseki Station, lined with government offices. The location is popular among office workers with high incomes who live alone and have no shortage of food, clothing, and shelter. In addition to the 24-hour surveillance system, the common areas are equipped with security cameras, auto locks, and dimple keys to ensure the safety of women living alone.

JPY 28,000,000

Exterior of City Towers Toyosu the Twin

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City Towers Toyosu the Twin

48 story twin tower luxury apartment located within 4 min walk of Toyosu Station. It consists of the south tower and the north tower having 1063 total units. The black-toned and gｌass-walled appearance design is eye-catching and making it as an area’s landmark. Various city functions such as to live, work, play, and study coexist in the area having good city environment based on the city planning to include seaside and lush greenery. 3 gardens around the building to enjoy seasonal plants and flowers and the grand lobby with a refined design and large space revoke a luxury resort hotel. It comes with various front desk services, abundant shared facilities, and the 5-staged solid security management to support and protect comfortable everyday life of the residents. The dwelling units offer 1LDK to 3LDK for covering various life styles of the residents. A line of the latest and functional room equipment is provided for high quality city life.

JPY 137,880,000 - 194,800,000

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