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Setting Up a Company to Buy Property in Japan
Japan Real Estate Investment Guide for Foreigners

Setting Up a Company to Buy Property in Japan

Learn how to set up a KK or GK company in Japan to buy property as a foreign investor. Covers tax benefits, registration steps, GK-TK structures, and key practical tips for 2025.

March 16, 2026

Japan Property Due Diligence Checklist for Investors
Japan Real Estate Investment Guide for Foreigners

Japan Property Due Diligence Checklist for Investors

Complete due diligence checklist for foreigners buying property in Japan. Covers title verification, seismic compliance, Article 35 disclosure, zoning, taxes, and disaster risk assessment with expert tips for 2025.

March 16, 2026

Japan Property Investment Exit Strategy Guide
Japan Real Estate Investment Guide for Foreigners

Japan Property Investment Exit Strategy Guide

Complete guide to exiting your Japan property investment: capital gains tax rates, sell vs rent comparison, timing strategy, and step-by-step selling process for foreign investors.

March 16, 2026

Building a Japan Property Investment Portfolio
Japan Real Estate Investment Guide for Foreigners

Building a Japan Property Investment Portfolio

Learn how to build a diversified Japan property investment portfolio as a foreigner. Covers geographic diversification, property types, yields, tax strategy, and step-by-step portfolio roadmap.

March 16, 2026

Japan Property Investment Tax Strategy for Foreign Investors
Japan Real Estate Investment Guide for Foreigners

Japan Property Investment Tax Strategy for Foreign Investors

Complete guide to Japan property investment taxes for foreigners: acquisition tax, fixed asset tax, rental income, capital gains, depreciation strategies, and how to minimize your tax burden legally.

March 16, 2026

Repair Reserve Fund (Shuuzen Tsumitate) in Japan Condos Explained
Buying a Condominium (Mansion) in Japan as a Foreigner

Repair Reserve Fund (Shuuzen Tsumitate) in Japan Condos Explained

Everything foreign buyers need to know about Japan's condo repair reserve fund (shuuzen tsumitatekin): costs, red flags, due diligence tips, and tax treatment explained.

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

Okinawa New Development Projects and Growth Opportunities
Buying Property in Okinawa as a Foreigner: Island Living Guide

Okinawa New Development Projects and Growth Opportunities

Discover Okinawa's booming development landscape: JUNGLIA theme park, 264.7 billion yen government funding, Special Economic Zone tax incentives, and real estate growth opportunities for foreign investors in 2025 and beyond.

March 16, 2026

Hokkaido Rental Yield Analysis for Foreign Investors
Buying Property in Hokkaido as a Foreigner: Sapporo, Niseko and Beyond

Hokkaido Rental Yield Analysis for Foreign Investors

Comprehensive Hokkaido rental yield analysis for foreign investors — comparing Niseko, Sapporo, Furano and rural areas. Includes yield data, tax costs, financing tips and area comparisons.

March 16, 2026

Registration and License Tax for Japan Property Buyers
Hidden Costs and Fees When Buying Property in Japan

Registration and License Tax for Japan Property Buyers

Learn how Registration and License Tax (登録免許税) works when buying property in Japan. Covers current rates, calculation methods, reduced rates for foreigners, and total closing costs.

March 16, 2026

Japan Garage Houses: Properties for Car Enthusiasts
Types of Properties Available in Japan: A Complete Guide

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

Buying Land (Tochi) in Japan as a Foreigner
Types of Properties Available in Japan: A Complete Guide

Buying Land (Tochi) in Japan as a Foreigner

Can foreigners buy land in Japan? Yes — with no restrictions on residential tochi. Learn the complete process, costs, taxes, zoning rules, and financing options for foreign land buyers.

March 16, 2026