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PROPERTY IN JAPAN

A place of your own in Japan.

Foreign nationals can buy property in Japan. Learn about the buying process, costs, taxes, and important considerations for non-residents.

Buying Property as a Foreigner / Non-Residents / Buying Costs / Taxes / Second Homes / Choosing an Area / Buying Process

PROPERTY IN JAPAN

A place of your own in Japan.

Foreign nationals can buy property in Japan. Learn about the buying process, costs, taxes, and important considerations for non-residents.

Buying Property as a Foreigner / Non-Residents / Buying Costs / Taxes / Second Homes / Choosing an Area / Buying Process

PROPERTY IN JAPAN

A place of your own in Japan.

Foreign nationals can buy property in Japan. Learn about the buying process, costs, taxes, and important considerations for non-residents.

Buying Property as a Foreigner / Non-Residents / Buying Costs / Taxes / Second Homes / Choosing an Area / Buying Process

Guide to Buying Property in Japan

Buying Property as a Foreigner / Non-Residents / Buying Costs / Taxes / Second Homes / Choosing an Area / Buying Process

What to know before you buy

Buying property does not automatically grant residency status or guarantee access to a mortgage. Consider ongoing costs and the practical requirements of ownership as well.

Connect with qualified professionals.

In the future, we may provide introductions to qualified real estate professionals in Japan. For now, Closer to Japan provides information only and does not broker property transactions.