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.

Timeshare and Vacation Ownership in Japan: What to Know Before Buying

Post date: April, 25, 2025

As travel styles evolve, "vacation ownership" (commonly referred to as timeshare) has gained attention as a way to own a "special place." This system allows access to resort facilities nationwide at member prices with a single contract, making it more convenient and accessible compared to owning a…

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Official Land Prices of Japan in 2025 – Tokyo’s prices see increase for 4th Consecutive year both in Commercial Areas and Residential Areas

Post date: March, 24, 2025

On March 18, 2025, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism announced the official land prices as of January 1, 2025. The data for 2025 shows a 2.7% increase nationwide (2.3% in 2024) in the fluctuation of the average prices for all types of land zoning, and the rate of increase…

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Is Now the Good Time to Sell Real Estate in Tokyo? 2025 Market Predictions & Price Trends

Post date: March, 18, 2025

Tokyo Real Estate Prices: What's Happening and What’s Next? We’ve created a video that takes an in-depth look at the Tokyo real estate market and the factors driving its rapid price increases. Since the pandemic, real estate prices in Tokyo have skyrocketed, with the average price of newly built co…

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Expat Living in Tokyo: Navigating the Rental Housing Market

Post date: February, 21, 2025

Moving to Tokyo as a foreign expat involves finding a house and settling in, which can be complex. Securing long-term rental housing in Tokyo requires tackling various tasks, such as property selection, area orientation, coordinating with movers, completing registrations, and handling administrativ…

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Japan's Real Estate Market 2024-2025: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities

Post date: February, 19, 2025

The following article was written by Ziv Nakajima-Magen – Partner & Executive Manager, Asia-Pacific Nippon Tradings International (NTI) Japan’s Real Estate at a Crossroads The Japanese real estate market continues to defy global uncertainties, offering a mix of stability, opportunity, and evol…

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Compliance with energy conservation standards will become mandatory from April 2025. What is the impact on the asset value of real estate?

Post date: February, 7, 2025

In April 2025, compliance with energy conservation standards for newly built houses will become mandatory in Japan. Those who are purchasing or building a house in the future will need to understand the energy conservation standards. The goal is to achieve even higher energy-saving performance (ZEH…

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What are energy conservation standards and energy-saving housing?

Post date: February, 7, 2025

The mandatory compliance with energy conservation standards for newly built houses starting in 2025 is taking a growing interest in energy-saving houses. This section explains how the energy-saving performance of houses works, how energy conservation standards are evaluated, and what types of ene…

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Renting an Apartment in Japan: A Guide for Foreigners

Post date: December, 27, 2024

With an increase in the number of foreign workers in Japan, the housing needs of foreigners in Tokyo and regional cities are increasing. When foreigners rent apartments or houses in Japan, they may come across some problematic situations due to the language barrier, Japanese business customs, or du…

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Tokyo Interior Design Services with English-friendly Agents

Post date: December, 27, 2024

If you’re living or working in central Tokyo, you’ll likely find that housing and office space is more compact than what you may be used to in your home country. That said, layouts are often designed with ease of use and practicality in mind. Be it your home or office, you can customize your space…

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Apartment Renovation Costs and Renovation

Post date: December, 27, 2024

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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