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Japanese Real Estate Documents: What Foreign Buyers Should Check

Due Diligence · Documentation

Japanese Real Estate Documents: What Foreign Buyers Should Check

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What Does It Really Cost to Own an Akiya in Japan?

Due Diligence · Total Cost

What Does It Really Cost to Own an Akiya in Japan?

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The Truth About ¥0 Akiya: Why “Free” Houses in Japan Can Cost More Than You Think

Due Diligence · Free House

The Truth About ¥0 Akiya: Why “Free” Houses in Japan Can Cost More Than You Think

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The Part of the Property You Don't Own: Neighborhoods and Shared Responsibilities in Japan

Due Diligence · Neighborhood

The Part of the Property You Don't Own: Neighborhoods and Shared Responsibilities in Japan

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What Will the Renovation Really Involve?

Due Diligence · Renovation

What Will the Renovation Really Involve?

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Your Akiya Exit Strategy: What Happens When You Need to Sell or Leave?

Due Diligence · Exit Strategy

Your Akiya Exit Strategy: What Happens When You Need to Sell or Leave?

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Beyond Trains: How People Actually Get Around in Japan

Purchasing · Living in Japan

Beyond Trains: How People Actually Get Around in Japan

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Switching Lanes: Why Japan's Housing Market No Longer Moves at One Speed

Data & Reports · 2026 Q1 Market Overview

Switching Lanes: Why Japan's Housing Market No Longer Moves at One Speed

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The Floor Plan Premium: How Layout Shapes Japan Home Prices

Data & Reports · 2026 Q1 Market Overview

The Floor Plan Premium: How Layout Shapes Japan Home Prices

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You Bought a House in Japan: Your First 90 Days After Closing

The Basics · Moving In

You Bought a House in Japan: Your First 90 Days After Closing

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Inheriting Property in Japan: What Foreign Owners and Families Should Know

Purchasing · The Basics

Inheriting Property in Japan: What Foreign Owners and Families Should Know

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The Folder Your Family Will Be Grateful You Left Behind

Purchasing · The Basics

The Folder Your Family Will Be Grateful You Left Behind

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Why Does This Japanese House Have a Sumo Ring?

Properties · Ibaraki

Why Does This Japanese House Have a Sumo Ring?

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Nine Minutes From Narita: A Chiba Home With Two Ways to Buy

Properties · Chiba

Nine Minutes From Narita: A Chiba Home With Two Ways to Buy

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Coastal Sukiyazukuri Estate (PRICE DROP)

Properties · Fukushima

Coastal Sukiyazukuri Estate (PRICE DROP)

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Central Kyoto Turnkey STR Near Gojo & Kamo River

Properties · Kyoto

Central Kyoto Turnkey STR Near Gojo & Kamo River

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Brand New Designer Build Near Fukuoka’s Coast

Properties · Fukuoka

Brand New Designer Build Near Fukuoka’s Coast

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Unexpected Space and Landscape Living Near Tokyo

Properties · Chiba

Unexpected Space and Landscape Living Near Tokyo

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Where to Buy in Japan: Kyushu | Fukuoka

Where to Buy · Kyushu

Where to Buy in Japan: Kyushu | Fukuoka

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Where to Buy in Japan: Kansai | Kobe City

Where to Buy · Kansai

Where to Buy in Japan: Kansai | Kobe City

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Where to Buy in Japan: Kansai | Shiga (Lake Biwa Area)

Where to Buy · Kansai

Where to Buy in Japan: Kansai | Shiga (Lake Biwa Area)

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Where to Buy in Japan: Kansai | Kameoka

Where to Buy · Kansai

Where to Buy in Japan: Kansai | Kameoka

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Where to Buy in Japan: Kansai | Kyoto's Central Wards

Where to Buy · Kansai

Where to Buy in Japan: Kansai | Kyoto's Central Wards

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Where to Buy in Japan: Kansai | Osaka’s Sakai & Suita Cities

Where to Buy · Kansai

Where to Buy in Japan: Kansai | Osaka’s Sakai & Suita Cities

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