Yamada Green Resources has acquired a three-storey building and the land that it sits on for JPY208 million ($1.7 million). A sale and purchase agreement (SPA) was entered into on Nov 17 between the ... ( read original story ...)
Diplomatic spat between Tokyo and Beijing threatens Japan’s already fragile economy
Tensions spiraled on Nov. 8, when Takaichi said that a Chinese attempt to seize Taiwan by force would constitute a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan. ( read original story ...)
Japanese residents battle monkeys to save property
One winter morning deep in the mountains, Matsuda encountered a hunter authorized to cull monkeys, which Azumino estimates at a population of about 600 in the city. Capturing monkeys is done by ... ( read original story ...)
Beyond rent: Shared houses in Tokyo offer lifestyle, safety, and community
Shared houses are redefining urban living in Tokyo. By analyzing 1,374 supplier-written property listings through text-mining, researchers identified 11 key promotional themes highlighting safety, ... ( read original story ...)
Unlocking access to Osaka’s property market for Singapore investors
Known for its neon-lit Dotonbori district and Universal Studios Japan, Osaka is a familiar destination for many Singaporean travellers. Increasingly, it is also emerging as a hotspot for property ... ( read original story ...)
Hospitality brand FUFU JAPAN to open its first Tokyo property in Ginza
Kato Pleasure Group has formally announced a ninth location for its Michelin-recognised brand FUFU JAPAN, this time in Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Most Michelin Key-awarded Resort Brand, FUFU, Opens Its First Tokyo Property “FUFU Tokyo Ginza,” in the City’s Luxury District
Kato Pleasure Group, the hotelier behind Michelin-recognized FUFU JAPAN's collection of refined small luxury resorts, is proud to announce the ... ( read original story ...)
Yen Mortgage Loans Now Available: A Breakthrough in Financing for Overseas Buyers of Japan Property
A major development for international buyers interested in Japanese real estate has just debuted in Japan – non-residents can now easily access mortgages in Japanese yen without local income, ... ( read original story ...)
Travelers to Tokyo are fighting jet lag and stress. Here’s what they’ll find.
No city in the world stresses you out quite like Tokyo. With its narrow streets, densely packed subways and frenetic pace, it's no wonder the Japanese capital also has a famous wellness culture to ... ( read original story ...)
Unusual Boom in Property Market: What’s Driving Housing Price Surge in Japan
For years, property prices and rents in Japan's urban areas barely changed. Then in 2023, the market exploded to life as investment money started pouring into new condos. In many cases, buyers are ... ( read original story ...)
JW Marriott Hotel debuts in Tokyo with Takanawa Gateway City property
JW Marriott Tokyo is part of the larger ¥600 billion JPY Takanawa Gateway City redevelopment project with East Japan Railway (JR East). ( read original story ...)
Singapore investors turn to Japan property market amid weak yen, tourism boom
More Singapore-based investors, from individual buyers to major developers, are pouring money into Japan’s property market, drawn by the yen’s weakness, healthy yields and tourism growth. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s first JW Marriott brings a whole floor of mindfulness
The newest addition to Tokyo’s growing stable of luxury accommodations is a place of firsts. Opened Oct. 23, the JW Marriott Tokyo is the brand’s first hotel in the Japanese capital. Located in the ... ( read original story ...)
‘One Piece’ Producer Tetsu Fujimura Says Japan’s IP Wave Is Going Global
Tetsu Fujimura’s keynote talk at the Tokyo market offered a convincing argument that Japanese IP is becoming one of the country’s core industries. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo couple denied housing after disabilities revealed
A couple in Tokyo were all set to move into a new home when a real estate agent abruptly relayed a message from the apartment management company. ( read original story ...)
Singapore investors flock to Japanese real estate as yen hits multi-year low
At one investment firm, Singaporeans have overtaken Hong Kong investors to become its top buyers of Japanese properties, now accounting for half of all transactions. ( read original story ...)