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Osaka Umeda and Namba Property Guide for Foreigners
Complete guide to buying and renting property in Osaka's Umeda and Namba districts for foreigners. Covers prices, rental yields, legal tips, and investment outlook for 2025-2026.
March 16, 2026
Tokyo Waterfront and Bay Area Property Guide
Complete guide to buying property in Tokyo's waterfront and bay area for foreigners. Covers Toyosu, Kachidoki, Ariake, prices, legal rights, financing, and investment tips.
March 16, 2026
Shibuya Ward Property Guide for Foreign Buyers
Complete guide to buying property in Shibuya Ward, Tokyo as a foreigner. Covers neighborhoods, prices, legal rights, mortgages, costs, and investment outlook for 2025–2026.
March 16, 2026
Zairyu Card (Residence Card) and Property Purchase in Japan
Learn how Japan's Zairyu Card (residence card) affects your ability to buy property, qualify for a mortgage, and complete legal procedures as a foreigner in Japan.
March 16, 2026
Non-Resident and Absentee Ownership of Japan Property
Everything you need to know about owning property in Japan as a non-resident: legal rights, tax obligations, appointing a tax agent, property management options, and exit strategies for absentee owners.
March 16, 2026
Working Visa Holders Buying Property in Japan
Can working visa holders buy property in Japan? Yes — with no legal restrictions on foreign ownership. Learn mortgage requirements, down payment amounts, required documents, costs, and the step-by-step process for expats buying a home in Japan.
March 16, 2026
Buying Property in Japan on a Tourist Visa: What You Can Do
Foreigners can legally buy property in Japan on a tourist visa with no restrictions. Learn the documents needed, the process, financing limits, and legal requirements including the Foreign Exchange Law notification.
March 16, 2026
How to Check for Liens and Encumbrances on Japan Property
Learn how to check for liens and encumbrances on Japan property. Step-by-step guide to reading the touki jiko shomeisho, understanding the legal registry, and protecting your investment as a foreign buyer.
March 16, 2026
How to Conduct a Property Title Search in Japan
Learn how to conduct a property title search in Japan as a foreigner. Understand toki registration, access legal affairs bureau records, check for liens, and verify ownership before buying.
March 16, 2026
Important Matters Explanation Document (Juuyou Jikkou Setsumeisho) Guide
Complete guide to Japan's Important Matters Explanation Document (Juuyou Jikkou Setsumeisho) for foreign property buyers. Learn what it covers, what to check, and how to protect yourself legally.
March 16, 2026
Japan Penthouse and Luxury Apartment Guide
Complete guide to buying or renting a penthouse or luxury apartment in Japan as a foreigner. Covers prices, locations, legal rules, guarantor requirements, and top buildings in Tokyo and beyond.
March 16, 2026
Ikkodate (Detached House) in Japan: Complete Buying Guide
Everything foreigners need to know about buying an ikkodate detached house in Japan: prices from ¥20M-¥150M+, step-by-step process, mortgage options, legal rights, maintenance costs, and expert tips for 2025.
March 16, 2026