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Buying a House and Land Package in Japan
Buying a Detached House (Ikkodate) in Japan as a Foreigner

Buying a House and Land Package in Japan

Complete guide to buying a house and land package (建売住宅) in Japan as a foreigner. Learn the process, costs, financing options, earthquake standards, and key tips for a successful purchase.

March 16, 2026

House vs Condo in Japan: Which Is Better for Foreign Buyers?
Buying a Detached House (Ikkodate) in Japan as a Foreigner

House vs Condo in Japan: Which Is Better for Foreign Buyers?

Compare buying a house vs condo in Japan as a foreigner. We break down costs, ownership rights, capital appreciation, maintenance, and which is right for your lifestyle and investment goals.

March 16, 2026

Rental Rules and Regulations for Japan Condominiums
Buying a Condominium (Mansion) in Japan as a Foreigner

Rental Rules and Regulations for Japan Condominiums

Complete guide to Japan condominium rental rules for foreigners: lease agreements, deposits (shikikin/reikin), house rules, noise policies, pet restrictions, subletting laws, move-out obligations, and tenant rights explained.

March 16, 2026

Understanding Condo Maintenance Fees (Kanri Hi) in Japan
Buying a Condominium (Mansion) in Japan as a Foreigner

Understanding Condo Maintenance Fees (Kanri Hi) in Japan

Everything foreigners need to know about Japan condo maintenance fees (kanri hi) and repair reserve funds (shuzen tsumitatekin): costs, averages, foreigner challenges, and due diligence tips.

March 16, 2026

Renovating Old Houses in the Japanese Countryside
Rural and Countryside Properties in Japan for Foreign Buyers

Renovating Old Houses in the Japanese Countryside

Everything foreigners need to know about renovating old houses in rural Japan: akiya renovation costs, government subsidies, finding contractors, community integration, and common mistakes to avoid.

March 16, 2026

Riverside and Lakeside Properties in Japan for Foreigners
Rural and Countryside Properties in Japan for Foreign Buyers

Riverside and Lakeside Properties in Japan for Foreigners

A complete guide to buying riverside and lakeside properties in Japan as a foreigner. Discover the best locations, pricing, flood risks, financing options, and step-by-step purchase process for waterfront real estate.

March 16, 2026

Buying Agricultural and Farm Land in Japan as a Foreigner
Rural and Countryside Properties in Japan for Foreign Buyers

Buying Agricultural and Farm Land in Japan as a Foreigner

Can foreigners buy agricultural and farm land in Japan? Learn the Agricultural Land Act requirements, 2025 restrictions, application process, and alternative options for foreign buyers.

March 16, 2026

Kobe After the Earthquake: Resilient Housing and Rebuilding
Buying Property in Kobe and Hyogo as a Foreigner

Kobe After the Earthquake: Resilient Housing and Rebuilding

Discover how Kobe rebuilt after the devastating 1995 earthquake with world-class resilient housing. Essential guide for foreigners buying property in earthquake-safe Kobe, Japan.

March 16, 2026

Kobe Rental Property Investment Analysis for Foreigners
Buying Property in Kobe and Hyogo as a Foreigner

Kobe Rental Property Investment Analysis for Foreigners

A complete analysis of Kobe's rental property investment market for foreign buyers: rental yields, top neighborhoods, legal steps, tax obligations, and how Kobe compares to Tokyo and Osaka.

March 16, 2026

Awaji Island Property Guide: Retreat Living Near Kobe
Buying Property in Kobe and Hyogo as a Foreigner

Awaji Island Property Guide: Retreat Living Near Kobe

Complete guide to buying property on Awaji Island, Japan for foreigners. Covers prices (from ¥1.9M akiya), the buying process, life on the island, and how to navigate the local market as a non-Japanese resident near Kobe and Osaka.

March 16, 2026

Himeji Property Guide: Affordable Options in Hyogo
Buying Property in Kobe and Hyogo as a Foreigner

Himeji Property Guide: Affordable Options in Hyogo

Complete guide to buying property in Himeji, Hyogo as a foreigner. Covers akiya prices from ¥300K, neighborhoods, the buying process, mortgages, and costs for international buyers in 2025.

March 16, 2026

Kobe Kitano International District Property Guide
Buying Property in Kobe and Hyogo as a Foreigner

Kobe Kitano International District Property Guide

Complete guide to buying property in Kobe's Kitano international district. Learn about property prices, ijinkan heritage, expat amenities, and how foreigners can purchase real estate in this iconic neighborhood.

March 16, 2026