South Korea’s household and corporate debt has ballooned to more than twice the size of its economy, reaching levels last seen in Japan on the eve of its 1990s asset bubble collapse, the Bank of Korea ... ( read original story ...)
Government adopts new intellectual property program to enhance competitiveness
The government aims to raise the country's ranking in the World Intellectual Property Organization's annual Global Innovation Index to fourth or higher by 2035. ( read original story ...)
Japan aims to lift intellectual property competitiveness via AI use
The Japanese government said Tuesday it will seek to enhance the country's competitiveness in the area of intellectual property by pr ... ( read original story ...)
How Much Does It Really Cost to Buy a Home in Japan?
How much does it really cost to buy a home in Japan? Learn the real costs, income requirements and hidden fees for foreign buyers in 2025. ( read original story ...)
It’s too easy for foreigners to buy Japanese property
Foreign buyers are driving up Tokyo housing prices amid Japan’s lack of property restrictions, sparking calls for tighter rules to protect residents and limit speculation. ( read original story ...)
It’s Too Easy for Foreigners to Buy Property in Japan
Despite the stereotypes, Japan is one of the most permissive places for non-residents to buy property. That’s a problem when locals are being priced out. ( read original story ...)
From asset to advantage: The new standard in property leasing
Owning a home at The Seasons Residences is more than a mark of distinction—it is poised to become a smart, strategic investment. Set in the heart of Bonifacio Global City, The Seasons Residences ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Residential Real Estate Market Analysis 2025
Residential property prices in Japan, especially in the Tokyo Metropolitan Area, are increasing amidst improving demand and weakening construction activity. In January 2025, the residential property ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Glamping Site THEATER 1 Adds Outdoor Wood-Fired Bath And Firepit, Expands Services For International Visitors
A completely private luxury resort nestled on over 16,000 square meters of secluded mountain forest in Tokyo. A Finnish KIRAMI wood-fired o ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese tycoon Yanai buys Uniqlo building in Milan for $339 million, source says
The family office of Japanese billionaire Tadashi Yanai, founder and chief executive of Uniqlo operator Fast Retailing , has agreed to buy a building in Milan for about 300 million euros ($339 million ... ( read original story ...)
MGM Osaka consortium paid US$1.5mln land rent from October to March, say local officials
The site rent paid by the consortium developing the MGM Osaka integrated resort (IR) with casino in Japan amounted to JPY222.51 million (US$1.5 million) for the six-month period from October – when ... ( read original story ...)
New condo prices in greater Tokyo area drop in April
The average price of newly built condominiums released in April across Tokyo and the surrounding three prefectures ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Jan.-March GDP shrinks for 1st time in 1 yr amid weak spending
Japan's economy shrank an annualized real 0.7 percent in the January-March period, marking the first contraction in four quarters, as ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Property & Casualty Insurance Market to Hit Valuation of US$ 70.60 Billion By 2033 | Astute Analytica
Japan’s property & casualty insurance market shows premium growth, disciplined underwriting, digitalization, alternative capital inflows, and coverage portfolios, positioning carriers and investors ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Property Mgmt 1Q Net Y514.00M Vs Net Y351.00M
Japan Property Management Center Co. Ltd. (3276.TO) Japan 1st Quarter Ended March 31 GROUP 2025 2024 Revenue Y14.47 bln Y14.43 bln Operating Profit Y716.00 mln Y531.00 mln Pretax Profit Y719.00 ... ( read original story ...)
Tower of the Sun, Biwako Canal set for heritage recognition
The iconic Tower of the Sun in Osaka Prefecture is set to be designated an Important Cultural Property, while a historic canal complex connecting Kyoto with Lake Biwako will be recognized as a ... ( read original story ...)