But the problem also has its roots in history and in the curious character of the Japanese property market. Prewar houses were made to last, with the expectation that they would be the home to a ... ( read original story ...)
Queenslander Mike Alexander the biggest independent property developer in Niseko, Japan
The first sign that one of Japan’s most luxurious holiday rentals is owned by an Australian – and most likely a Queenslander – is the life-sized Bundaberg Rum polar bear standing in the entrance. ( read original story ...)
Japan Inbound Commercial Investment Increased 12 Percent in 2022
According to global property consultant CBRE, Japan's commercial real estate investment rose by 14% year-over-year to JPY 1.4 trillion in Q4 2022 driven by purchasing by domestic investors. ( read original story ...)
Japan says it has ‘legal right’ to destroy any foreign balloon in its airspace
"Intrusions into Japan's territorial airspace constitute a violation, even if it is a balloon," a Japanese official said on Monday. ( read original story ...)
2 more robbery suspects arrested, land in Tokyo from Philippines
Two men suspected of being behind a string of robberies across Japan were taken into police custody en route to Tokyo on Thursday fol ... ( read original story ...)
Japan insights: 89% of Chinese investors are interested in taking a real estate tour in Japan
Tokyo is still the most popular city to investors TOKYO, Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Shenjumiausuan released a research result recently on "the interests of investing in Japanese ... ( read original story ...)
Japan says it has ‘legal right’ to destroy any foreign balloon as it probes reports of past sightings
Japan's defence minister said under existing laws, that it would have the legal right to destroy any balloon that intrudes into its domestic airspace; Tokyo is investigating if ba ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese knotweed and the little-known laws that could land you with £34k bill
The destructive invasive plant was originally imported by the Victorians but soon became a scourge on gardens across the country ... ( read original story ...)
Little-known Japanese knotweed laws that could land you with £34k bill
A Stoke-on-Trent Japanese knotweed expert has laid bare the financial and legal penalties the invasive shrub can land you with. Japanese Knotweed Expert has been clearing the plant from homes and ... ( read original story ...)
Buying Property in Japan
There are no legal restrictions on foreigners owning real estate property in Japan. Negotiations and private survey may begin once property has been chosen. It is important to hire the services of a ... ( read original story ...)
Centara partners with Thai Airways
Centara Hotels & Resorts announces a partnership with Thai Airways to offer passengers exclusive benefits ahead of the grand opening of Centara Grand Hotel Osaka, Centara’s first-ever property in ... ( read original story ...)
AXA IM Alts buys 33 multifamily assets in Japan for $460m
All the properties in the portfolio have a strong track record of high occupancy and proven appeals to the respective cities’ thriving professional communities,” said Laurent Jacquemin, head of ... ( read original story ...)
HOT PROPERTIES: Joy of Tokyo renews Laurens Road lease
Recent Hot Properties commercial real estate deals include Sammy DuBose and Pete Brett of Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine, who represented ... ( read original story ...)
Alarming Japanese Knotweed outbreak tackled with vast burial pits
Huge burial pits have been dug in an effort to stamp out an alarming outbreak of building-wrecking Japanese Knotweed. Listed by the World Conservation Unit as one of the world’s worst invasive species ... ( read original story ...)
Japan revisits unknown objects seen over nation in 2020-21
Japanese lawmakers are revisiting reports of flying objects spotted in the skies over Japan about three years ago that appear to be similar to the Chinese balloon shot down by a U.S. fighter jet. ( read original story ...)
This Gorgeous Japanese Inn Is an Off-the-grid Paradise — With No Electricity, Wi-Fi, or Phone Service
In northern Japan, this off-the-grid hideaway is perfect for the adventurous traveler. It took seven hours, three trains, and two buses to get to the place my partner and I had booked for our weekend ... ( read original story ...)