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Americans can buy property in Japan with no residency or visa required. Here is the process, the ownership rights, and the US-side issues to plan for.
Investors/Business
Investment Property
Tenant-in-place properties in Japan can offer immediate income but buyers must assess market rent, condition, management, demand, and resale risk too.
Investors/Business, Holiday/Home Makers
Holiday Home, Investment Property, Minpaku
A rare Ichinomiya, Chiba compound: two full homes, a sauna log cabin, and parking for 12+ cars, priced at ¥44.9M, non-negotiable, never before listed.
General
News
Japan lost 3 million people — but gained 1.3 million households. Here's what the 2025 census actually means for property investors.
General
Investment Property
Buying property in Japan that looks "easy" can hide complex ownership burdens. NTI breaks down what simple really means for foreign investors.
General, Investors/Business
Investment Property
Confused by 1LDK, 1K, or 2LDK listings? This 2026 guide decodes every Japanese apartment type — with real yield data for foreign investors.
Investors/Business
Investment Property
Vacant land in Japan looks simple — but zoning, road access, hazard risks, and resort rules make it complex. Here's what foreign buyers need to know first.
Investors/Business
Investment Property
The paperwork isn't the barrier. Not knowing where to start is. Here's a practical four-step guide to Japan real estate for first-time foreign buyers.