Articles

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Topic
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General
Investment Property
Japanese property is freehold for foreign buyers — but leasehold land does exist. Here is how to tell the difference and why it changes the value.
General
Investment Property
Japan has no golden visa — buying property grants no residency. Here is the honest answer, and what actually does create a route to living in Japan.
Investors/Business, General
Information
British buyers can own Japanese property outright — no residency, no approval, no leasehold trap. Here is what UK investors should know before buying.
General
Investment Property
Australians can buy Japanese investment property outright, with no FIRB-style approval and no residency needed. Here is how it compares to buying at home.
General
Information
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.
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.