Japan Real Estate

We have an very casual JREP panel conversation about the finer points of pet ownership when living in renting units out in Japanese condominiums as opposed to houses, the trouble with owner unions, and monthly rentals.

Should I buy new appliances for my Japanese rentals, or are second hand good enough? How can I get the best prices? How do warranties work?

We speak to a US based investor, on the lookout for the cheapest and most profitable way to invest in Japan and qualify for residency in the process.

We talk to a Japan holiday apartment buyer about locations, prices, and the possibility of renting out their studio unit via AirBnb or monthly #rentals - can it be done profitably?

A conversation with two Danish Masters in Economics students about all things related to Japan's 1990s market crash, the factors that led to it, its long lasting effects, and everything in between.

We get together with JREP (the Japan Real Estate Experts Panel), to talk renovations again - how to get creative, be cost-efficient, and choose the right kind of renovation for the right kind of property and occupants.

Serious deep dive into short term and medium term rentals - what should investors take into account before/after purchase, and what is the most profitable strategy?

n this super friendly, fun and in-depth interview for the "International Real Estate Advisers" podcast, we talk all things related to real estate property in Japan - market fundamentals, the business environment, investments, holiday homes, and what foreign buyers should expect. "International Real Estate Advisers with C Ray" Podcast

We organized a remote walkthrough of a beautifully renovated condominium in Nara city, Japan, on behalf of the buyers, our clients from the US - join us as we inspect this extremely affordable holiday home in one of Japan's most popular tourist destinations!

Our JREP experts panel talks cherry blossoms, horror movies, cash VS loan, calculating profitability, Japan’s banking system – and much, much more!

Introducing our brand new JREP panel member, Blanka Kobayashi, of "Ark Reform" - we talk about the difference between a renovation and a rebuild, re-designing and re-shaping home layouts, insulation, wood VS reinforced concrete, renovating an AirBnb property for maximum profitability, and a whole lot more!

The Japan Real Estate Experts Panel (JREP) gets together to talk gambling, hoarding, cleaning and much, much more!

Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic and the wider adoption of remote work, there's been a noticeable trickle of people relocating from Tokyo and other big cities in Japan, to the countryside. The Japan Real Estate Experts Panel (JREP) gets together to talk all things related to city life, country life, and everything this trend involves.

We talk to a US based client about to enter Japan's real estate property market for the first time about portfolio structuring, investment strategies, corporate VS individual ownership of properties and what's involved in switching over from one to the other, location selection, yields, and much, much more!

The Japan Real Estate Experts Panel (JREP) gets together to talk about those ridiculously cheap ski resort villas - is it a case of "buyer beware", or is there a clear due diligence process to vet these deals? Also - how are borrowing capacity, monthly repayments and interest rates calculated for Japan real estate property mortgage loans? Tune into the conversation!

We talk to a family home buyer who feels they've been rushed into the wrong property and loan selection on their last purchase, and is determined to "get things right" this time around.

Where are properties listed in Japan? A look behind the scenes of "Akiya" banks, MLS websites, the national REINS database, agents commissions & fee structures, short term stay/AirBnb legislation, and more.

Our annual compilation, featuring highlights from YOUR favorite and most heavily downloaded/streams conversations, business calls, interviews, panel sessions and deal analysis Japan Real Estate Podcast episodes - thank you for five years of loyalty and support!!!

We get together to talk all things related to home and investment loans from Japanese/foreign lenders, creative spaces and their investment potential, onsen natural hot spring resorts, getting naked with strangers, and renovations - join the fun! :)

We talk to an Australian investor about everything under the sun - the difference between property owner mentality in Japan VS the West, loans and portfolio structuring, sales, re-sale and much, much more!

We talk to a Tokyo resident who has a limited cash budget, and wants to put it to best use - what to buy and where, what types of tenants to go for, get a loan or buy cash, and much more.

Another JREP (Japan Real Estate Experts Panel) session - we talk delivery lockers & other tenant/short term stay guest perks, business niches, and receive a mini-masterclass on interest rates for home loans!

We speak to a lifestyle property shopper, who's purchased and renovated a beautiful family home in Kobe to perfection - and is now putting it back on the market!

We speak to an experienced investor, owning several condo units in Kumamoto, Japan, who is wondering if he should sell them and purchase a newer, better multi-unit building instead.

Back to basics - a conversation with a first time family home buyer - we talk new VS 2nd hand, standard VS custom design, applying for & getting a mortgage, building materials, and much, much more!