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Trust Structures for Japan Property Management and Succession
Learn how to use trust structures (kazoku shintaku) in Japan to manage and pass on property as a foreigner. Covers family trusts, inheritance tax, 2024 law changes, and setup steps.
March 16, 2026
Japan Property Inheritance Registration Process
Complete guide to the Japan property inheritance registration process for foreigners. Learn mandatory deadlines, required documents, costs, and steps to register inherited real estate in Japan.
March 16, 2026
Gift Tax on Property Transfers in Japan Explained
Learn how Japan's gift tax (zลyozei) applies to property transfers, including tax rates up to 55%, exemptions, special rules for foreigners, and strategies to minimize your tax burden when receiving real estate in Japan.
March 16, 2026
Japan Inheritance Law: Spousal and Children's Rights Explained
Understand Japan's inheritance law for spouses and children. Learn about statutory shares, reserved portions (iryubun), inheritance tax, and special rules for foreigners owning Japanese property.
March 16, 2026
Japan Inheritance Tax on Property: Rates and Rules Explained
Japan inheritance tax rates reach 55% on property. Learn how foreigners are taxed, property valuation discounts, key exemptions, and how to file within the 10-month deadline.
March 16, 2026
Common Mistakes When Selling Property in Japan to Avoid
Avoid costly errors when selling property in Japan as a foreigner. Learn about withholding tax traps, capital gains planning, required documents, agent selection, and more in this complete guide.
March 16, 2026
Selling Japan Property to Another Foreigner: What to Know
Learn how to sell Japan property to another foreigner: capital gains tax rates, required documents for non-residents, agent commissions, and how to sell from overseas with power of attorney.
March 16, 2026
Property Staging and Marketing Guide for Japan Sellers
Complete guide to staging and marketing your property in Japan. Learn costs, staging tips, top marketing channels, timing strategies, and how to sell as a foreigner.
March 16, 2026
Capital Gains Tax on Property Sales in Japan for Foreigners
Complete guide to capital gains tax on property sales in Japan for foreigners. Covers tax rates (20.315% vs 39.63%), non-resident withholding tax (10.21%), deductions up to 30M JPY, and filing deadlines.
March 16, 2026
Japan Property Selling Process: Step-by-Step Guide for Foreigners
Step-by-step guide to selling property in Japan as a foreigner. Covers valuations, agent selection, contracts, capital gains tax rates, non-resident rules, and estimated costs.
March 16, 2026
Joining the Community Association (Jichikai/Chonaikai) in Japan
Learn how to join Japan's neighborhood association (jichikai or chonaikai) as a foreigner. Covers fees, activities, practical tips, and how to integrate into your local Japanese community.
March 16, 2026
Japanese Neighborhood Introduction Customs and Etiquette
Learn hikkoshi aisatsu โ Japan's neighbor introduction custom. What gift to bring, who to visit, what to say, and how foreigners can make a great first impression in their new Japanese neighborhood.
March 16, 2026