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Japan Mortgage Down Payment Requirements for Foreign Buyers
How much down payment do foreigners need for a Japan mortgage? Learn requirements by visa status (10-50%), foreigner-friendly banks, eligibility criteria, and saving strategies for your Japan home purchase.
March 16, 2026

Prestia SMBC Trust Bank Mortgage for Foreigners in Japan
Complete guide to Prestia SMBC Trust Bank housing loans for foreigners in Japan. No PR required, full English support, up to 500M yen. Requirements, rates, and step-by-step application process.
March 16, 2026

Tokyo Star Bank Mortgage for Foreigners: Complete Guide
Tokyo Star Bank's Star Mortgage lets non-PR foreigners get a home loan in Japan. Learn eligibility, down payment requirements, interest rates, and how to apply step by step.
March 16, 2026

Japan Home Loan Application Process for Foreigners Step by Step
A complete step-by-step guide to applying for a home loan in Japan as a foreigner — eligibility requirements, required documents, top banks, timelines, and tips to improve your approval chances.
March 16, 2026

Getting a Japan Mortgage Without Permanent Residency
Can foreigners get a mortgage in Japan without permanent residency? Yes. Discover which banks accept non-PR applicants, income requirements, down payments, interest rates, and tips to get approved.
March 16, 2026

Permanent Residency Requirement for Japan Mortgages Explained
Does buying a house in Japan require permanent residency? Learn which banks offer mortgages to non-PR foreigners, required documents, down payment expectations, and how to improve your chances of approval.
March 16, 2026

Japan Home Loan Interest Rates Comparison for Foreign Borrowers
Compare Japan home loan interest rates for foreigners in 2025. Lender comparison, variable vs fixed rates, visa status impact, and tips to get the best mortgage rate as a non-Japanese buyer.
March 16, 2026

Banks Offering Home Loans to Foreigners in Japan
Discover which banks in Japan offer home loans to foreigners — including SMBC Prestia, Suruga, SBI Shinsei, and Tokyo Star Bank. Compare requirements, interest rates, and tips for non-PR applicants.
March 16, 2026

Japan Mortgage Requirements for Foreigners: Complete Eligibility Guide
Complete guide to Japan mortgage requirements for foreigners. Learn about visa eligibility, income thresholds, down payment rules, and the best banks for non-PR foreign buyers in 2025.
March 16, 2026

Japan Building Age Categories: New Build vs Used Property Standards
Understand Japan's building age categories — kyu-taishin, shin-taishin, post-2000, and new build standards. Essential guide for foreigners buying property in Japan, covering seismic standards, depreciation, and what to check before buying.
March 16, 2026

Japan Mixed-Use Properties: Residential and Commercial Combined
Complete guide to buying mixed-use residential and commercial property in Japan as a foreigner. Covers zoning laws, financing, investment returns, and the step-by-step buying process.
March 16, 2026

Japan Garage Houses: Properties for Car Enthusiasts
Everything foreign car enthusiasts need to know about buying a garage house in Japan — built-in garage types, tax benefits, costs, design features, and how foreigners can purchase property with full ownership rights.
March 16, 2026