Japan Real Estate

Two back to back conversations with new and potential clients, all on the topic of Japan real estate property investments, including live deal analysis of older family homes in Osaka - how profitable are these investments, which property files and locations are best for what types of rentals (short, medium, long term), and can I rent out my holiday home when I'm not using it? Tune in to find out a...

We speak to a first-time investor who is planning to purchase a Japanese investment property under a newly established corporate entity, in the hope that, eventually, he'll be able to leverage the structure for investment loans from Japanese lenders - how does it all work, and also - what should he consider when looking for potential investments? Tune in and find out!

We speak with an Australian couple, preparing for the purchase of their holiday home in Japan, and wanting to rent it out when not in use - we talk short term stays VS monthly rentals, property managements and costs, insurance policies, locations - focussing mainly on Kyoto and Osaka - what makes for a good investment property, and much more.

We speak to two new buyers, in the market for a Japanese house - are they good investments? Should they buy cheap and renovate, or pricier and more move-in ready? How do tenancies work? Are monthly or short term rentals a viable option? Find out all this, and more, in these two back-to-back conversations!

In this conversation with Ben and Daniel of @RetireJapan_OG TV, we dig into the reasons some people invest in real estate property in Japan as opposed to (or alongside) other types of investment - how it all works - accounting and book keeping - and much, much more!

We get back together with Joey and Take of "Akiya-Mart.com", to dive deeper into detailed property deal analysis - we crunch some juicy numbers, talk about tenants, investments, property management, renovations, repairs, and much, much more!

Two back to back conversations - 1. We speak with Nick, of "Japan Remotely", about the various approaches and strategies for purchasing a home as part of a relocation to Japan - should I kick off my purchase before, during or after my visa approval? How complex is the purchase process, and what is involved? 2. We speak with a group of friends who are experienced builders and DIY renovators. Their...

In this interview with Take and Joey from "Akiya Mart", we review the pros, cons and complexities of purchasing Japanese real estate properties - who is this right for, who should think twice, and who should steer clear? Join the conversation and find out! (Also - live investment condo unit deal analysis!) Find us at https://nippontradings.com/ for advice, consultations, free referrals to local pr...

JREP members Emil Gorgees & Ziv Nakajima-Magen get together to talk seasonality in Japan's real estate property market - what are the busiest and most quiet times of the year? Do property professionals work during the holidays? How are viewings scheduled then? AND - What investment properties should I buy? How should I structure my portfolio to suit my investment goals, age and circumstances?

Our favourite macro-economics expert, Daniel Gallucci, returns to the Japan real estate podcast after an extended hiatus, to discuss current trends and events in Japan and other countries in Asia's economies, the effects of the global pandemic period and recovery from it, the role the US federal reserve bank plays in the current historically low USD to JPY rate, and much, much more!

The JREP panel members get together to discuss Tracey and Blanka's experiences owning and running a property related business in Japan's extremely traditional business environment - the FEWture 2024 conference - and more about interest rates and mortgages - tune into the conversation!

JREP members Emil Gorgees, Tracey Northcott and Ziv Nakajima-Magen get together to discuss the gap between first-time buyers' expectations and the reality of the property market in Japan, low-ball offers, short term stay pricing dynamics, and much more.

The JREP crew is back, and this time we discuss the ins and outs of home loans in Japan - who can qualify, how are mortgages assessed, what level of Japanese and employment is required, and much, much more.

You've heard about buying akiyas - but what about renting them, directly from the owner? Who should or shouldn't be doing that, and what precautions should you take if you choose to? ("Japan Times" interview) - AND ALSO - conversation with a new buyer, who is wondering about the feasibility of buying a holiday home in Japan, as well as about investing in the country's property market - what is inv...

Two back to back conversations with first-time investors to Japan's real estate property market - we talk locations, yields, the differences between the investing environment here and in other countries, asset classes, and much, much more!

A fascinating conversation with Yuko Tomizuka, Japanese real estate investor, entrepreneur & official certified real estate appraiser, licensed in Japan, the US and the UK. We talk about what appraising is, when it is required, the unique challenges of her life, work and the unique projects she is working on - one of the most interesting and insightful conversations we've had on the Japan Real Est...

We apologize for the quality of audio in this episode - unfortunately the venue's audio equipment has been problematic - we will do our best to improve recording quality in future events.

We apologize for the quality of audio in this episode - unfortunately the venue's audio equipment has been problematic - we will do our best to improve recording quality in future events.

We apologize for the quality of audio in this episode - unfortunately the venue's audio equipment has been problematic - we will do our best to improve recording quality in future events.

We apologize for the quality of audio in this episode - unfortunately the venue's audio equipment has been problematic - we will do our best to improve recording quality in future events.

We apologize for the quality of audio in this episode - unfortunately the venue's audio equipment has been problematic - we will do our best to improve recording quality in future events.

We apologize for the quality of audio in this episode - unfortunately the venue's audio equipment has been problematic - we will do our best to improve recording quality in future events.

We apologize for the quality of audio in this episode - unfortunately the venue's audio equipment has been problematic - we will do our best to improve recording quality in future events.

We apologize for the quality of audio in this episode - unfortunately the venue's audio equipment has been problematic - we will do our best to improve recording quality in future events.

Awesome chat with a super savvy investor based in Okinawa, who is wondering about the advantages of catering to pet owners - among other things...