Japan Real Estate

All About Investing in Japan's Real Estate Property Market

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to Aman Agarwal, host of "The Eccentric CEO" podcast, about all things related to Japan's REI market, how remote investors can benefit from it...

Our First FIRE Clubhouse Round-Table Experts Panel!

19 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We get together with Emil Gorges, Tracy Northcott & Daphne Thompson, taking audience questions and talking short term stays and AirBnb, converting fam...

Portfolio Structuring, Diversity & Hedging

12 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to a Tokyo-based new investor - originally from and owning property in the UK, we lay down some market fundamentals, talk about diversity and...

Japan's Commercial Property Market in 2020

05 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We have a long, comprehensive chat with our resident commercial expert, Shai Greenberg, of Genkai Capital, who gives us the lowdown, "feet on the grou...

Japan's Real Estate Property Market in 2020-2021

27 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Priti Donnelly, our sales & marketing manager, brings you annual statistics, market summaries, and sector-by-sector analysis of Japan's property marke...

What You SHOULDN'T Expect from Us

25 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we review the things which we, as buyers' agents and proxies for property buyers & owners in Japan, can do for you - but, more importa...

Business Visas & Japan Real Estate Investments

18 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to a couple from the USA who are interested in using their savings for a property investment - and also to secure long term business visas to...

Buying a Home in Tokyo, Japan

10 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We take a call from a first time home buyer in Japan, searching for the perfect Tokyo house to move into. We talk purchase costs, mortgages, taxes, ma...

Buying in Person, Workflow, Fees & Processes

03 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to a US based investor about to purchase their first multi-family residential building near Tokyo - some market fundamentals, management proce...

Running a Japanese Guest House

26 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Business call with a Hong-Kong based entrepreneur who is in the market for an older countryside home to turn into a guesthouse. We talk all things rel...

Asia-Pacific Economies During the COVID Pandemic

18 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Our favorite finance & economy macro expert, researcher and analyst, Dan Gallucci, comes back to tell us about how various APAC countries are handling...

J-REITs in 2020 - a Pandemic Update

13 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We review the current state of Japanese Real Estate Investment Trusts in 2020 - how are they doing overall? Which sectors are doing better than others...

Q&A Sessions - The Purchase & Management Life-Cycle

05 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We take a series of in-depth, thorough questions from a new potential investor - covering everything from location selection through financing, tenant...

Listen to the Experts!

28 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When investing remotely in a country as alien as Japan can be, it's crucial to A) pick the right professionals, and B) listen to their advice. We exam...

Japan Real Estate & Business News Podcast

20 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A mashup & taste of Priti Donnelly's "Japan Property & Business News Podcast"

Kyushu Holiday Home Shopping

14 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With the COVID effect still in place, prices in most areas around Japan are still quite soft, which leads many to seize this moment in time to secure ...

How to Invest in Japan Remotely?

06 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Long chat with Ujwal Velagapudi, of "The Global Uj" podcast - we talk current and past market trends, financing options, attractive investment locatio...

Yokosuma US Army Base Rentals - Business Case Study

29 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to 3 entrepreneurs from the USA who are learning about Japan's real-estate property market, planning to kick off their army/navy personnel re...

How is Investing in the USA Different to Japan?

23 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Conversation with new client, an experience US investor, taking his first steps in the world's 2nd biggest property investment market

Onsen (natural hot spring) mountain-top guest house

15 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk to a lovely US-based couple, in the market for a remote, mountain-top home, with easily accessible "onsen" access - which coul...

Investing in US Army Bases Rental Properties (Aomori Investor)

07 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We re-visit the US army/navy personnel rental business plan - this time speaking with a new investor based in Aomori, and in the market for his first ...

Buying a Tokyo Holiday Apartment

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We chat with a new client living in Dubai, and in the market for a home away from home, in the world's biggest metropolis.

Leasing Japan Homes to US Army & Navy Personnel

25 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Long chat with a pair of young US military staffers, in the early stages of setting up their Japan real estate property business.

New Laws for Old Buildings

18 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We review the new national legislation due in 2022, which will affect unit owners in co-owned buildings aged 40 years and beyond.

Buyers Agents, Portfolio Management and Due Diligence

10 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our chat with Daphne Thomson, global investor taking her first steps in Japan's real estate property market.

First-Time Investors - Common Pitfalls

03 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A chat with a seasoned global investor, taking her first steps in Japan's real estate property market.

Portfolio Structuring

27 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to a new client from Canada, in the process of examining his long-term purchase and portfolio structuring options (cash/financed, units/buildi...

COVID-19 - The Dark Side

20 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

While the pandemic HAS created a vibrant buyers' market in Japan, there are also head-winds involved, for some investors more than others. In this epi...

Investing in Small Buildings

14 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We speak with a new client about all things related to investing in small residential and mixed purpose buildings in Japan's major cities - prices, de...

Japanese Traditional Architecture & Building Practices

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Builder, designer, impromptu architect and now proclaimed gluten-free baker, Anne Kohtz, joins us for a conversation about all things wood, vernacular...

Japan Real Estate Loans for Foreigners - Update

29 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We re-visit the financing options available for foreigners residing in or out of Japan, from Japanese and international lenders.

Common Relationship Mistakes

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We review some of the common mistakes foreign buyers often make when working with property professionals in Japan for the very first time.

Corona Bounty

14 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The current COVID-19 outbreak can be a blessing in disguise for investors - with heavily discounted property deals now available nation-wide. In this ...

First Deal Blues - Doing it On Your Own

06 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We take a call from a new client who bought their first Japanese properties on their own - and found out why that's not always the best idea - the har...

The Importance of Due Diligence

01 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Researcher, public speaker and international property enthusiast Christopher Dillon, author of the best-selling "Landed" series of guides to global re...

Q&A Sessions - Rental Income, COVID-19 & Cash-Cows

24 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the first of Priti Donnelly's Q&A sessions, she answers some common questions related to rental income, property profiles, and how to...

May 2020 Webinar - Purhase Process, Due Diligence, Deal Analysis

17 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A recording of our latest free webinar - we review the purchase process, explain how to conduct due diligence, analyse plenty of investment deals, and...

Midnight Deals, Investment Strategy & Japan (Using a Buyers' Agent, Part 2)

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down for a nice long chat with a couple of our favourite clients, who tell us about their personal investment journey, lay out their strategy, ...

Using a Buyers' Agent (Part 1)

03 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Business call with a US client, about to become an absentee landlord for the very first time, who's wondering what kind of property to start off with,...

Mega-Deals & The Commercial Market in 2019-2020

25 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Shai Greenberg, senior VP at "Genkai Capital" & adjunct professor in charge of Temple University's real-estate investment curriculum in Tokyo, returns...

Cash VS Financed - Purchase Criteria

20 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We take a call from new clients, in the market for their first property purchase, who are wondering how to use their budget most efficiently.

Our Business Journey

12 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Your host, Ziv Nakajima-Magen, interviewed on the "SBJ" podcast - all about NTI's origins, business model, history and future plans - including curren...

"Corona Days" - Market Report & Strategy

05 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

While we all wait for the COVID19 crisis to be over, we shouldn't ignore the opportunity to capitalise on the unique advantages it offers for the savv...

Macro-Economics - Japan VS South-East Asia

26 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down for a long, informative chat with financial journalist and analyst Daniel Gallucci - until recently with the Financial Times Confidential ...

My Worst Ever Japanese Investment

18 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A fun interview on "My Worst Investment Ever" PodCast - we talk about mistakes, why and how we make them, and things to look out for when investing in...

Webinar Q&A & Deal Analysis (Files in Show Notes)

11 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A recording of the final Q&A and deal analysis section of our first webinar (March 7-8, 2020) - make sure to have the deal analysis spreadsheet from t...

"Cabin in the Woods"

03 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Recording of a business call with a new client on the lookout for an affordable holiday home or pre-built house in rural - but not too rural - Japan.

The Best Episodes of 2019-20

22 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A compilation of the last 12 months' most popular episodes on NTI's "Japan Real Estate PodCast"

Buying "Akiya" (Old Abandoned Japanese Homes)

13 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Recording of business call with new client, interested in purchasing, renovating and living in an old abandoned Japanese home - as well as potentially...

Life, Business & Property Investment in Japan

05 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

An interview given to Bryan & Patricia Pore, of the "Leaving California" PodCast - all about living, working and buying real estate property in the la...

Japan Real Estate in 2019-2020: Annual Report & Projections

29 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Our sales & marketing manager, Priti Donnelly, comes back on the show to share her annual 2019 Japan property market summary report, including common ...

Investors Tour (2) - Cash Cows & Parking Lots

21 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Highlights from two property tours with visiting clients - we look at older, cheaper condo unit cash cows, as well as vacant land plots that are curre...

Residential Tenant Profiles by Property Type

11 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We categorise potential Japanese residential tenant profiles by property type, and lay out the unique characteristics & challenges that landlords are ...

Sub-Lease Deal Samples

21 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Following up on our last episode, we review 2 very different sub-leasing deals in two of Japan's top property investment destinations, highlight the p...

Sub-Lease Tenancy Agreements

09 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We review the advantages and dis-advantages of sub-lease arrangements with short term stay operators - why and when you may want to do it, what to loo...

Back on the Market! (Part 1)

02 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We re-visit two of our most popular real-estate property deals - both of which have just gone back on the market again!

Different Strategies, Different Purchase Criteria

24 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to a first time investor from Singapore, who is about to take her first steps in Japan's real-estate property investment market - discussing ...

Japan Winter Holiday Properties - Decisions, Decisions...

15 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Recording of a call with a new client from Australia who is considering purchasing a ski property - buying land with or without a standalone house, ho...

Renting Properties as a Foreigner in Japan

08 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Alex Toyoda is general manager of the sales department at "Plaza Homes" - Japan's largest and longest operating rental agency for foreigners, which ha...

Hotels - Part 3 - Analysis & Business Plan

01 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Having reviewed the deal basics & financials, it was now time to visit the site and conduct market research on behalf of our investors. In this episod...

Dirt Cheap Houses, Foreigner-Friendly Japan & Other Misconceptions

25 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Recording of a conversation with Australian investors attempting to purchase cheap houses in Osaka, Japan

Investors Tour (1) - New Residential Block

19 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The first part of a property investment tour in Fukuoka city, Japan - brand new, designer-style residential block.

Working with Japanese Property Professionals

08 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Realtors, property managers, lawyers, building management companies, renovation & repair professionals, accountants and tax authorities - where to fin...

Holiday Apartment Deal Analysis

02 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We break down the numbers, decision making and thought processes behind a beach-side holiday property deal that also generates monthly rental income w...

Q&A - Holiday Property

24 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A recording of a business call with a first-time buyer to Japan's real-estate property market, who is seeking to purchase a holiday property which can...

Hotels - Part 2 - Due Diligence

23 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A recording of a conference call with potential buyer & resort operator - Q&A, brain-storming ideas for boosting income & reducing expenses, on and of...

Hotels - Part 1 - Deal Sample

17 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We present a sample of a real gem - an under-priced 26 room hotel/traditional Japanese inn near the ski slopes in Niigata prefecture.

Tokyo Seminar - Introduction to Japan Real-Estate Property Investment

07 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a video recording from our seminar at "Charlie Rose", Akasaka, Tokyo, held in July, 2019. We cover all basics such as macro economics,...

Q&A with Beginning Investor - J-REITs VS Bricks & Mortar

29 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We take a call from a first time investor who is weighing the pros and cons of investing in J-REITs VS being a landlord.

How to Get an Investor's Residency Visa?

22 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Conversation with Mr Hiroshi Shimizu, an immigration lawyer, who breaks down the types, criteria and options available to real-estate property investo...

Planning for Retirement in Japan

16 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A conversation with Ben Shearon, founder and main contributor for the super-popular blog "Retire Japan" - the main English language source for all thi...

Tenant Horror Stories

08 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, bad tenants exist everywhere, Japan included - and sometimes bad things just happen. In this episode we talk worst cases, their effects on invest...

Japanese Market Penetration

26 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How to import or export products and services to or from Japan? What common setbacks do companies and individuals face when they first try to penetrat...

THIS IS IT (Part 2) - Terms for Investment Mortgages

20 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We drill down into the two types of investor loans available to resident & non-resident foreigners in Japan - interest rates, locations, LTV ratio, re...

Rental Income Hacking with "Monthly Mansion"

14 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

With standard long term leases in central big city locations lower on yields, and with Airbnb and other short term leases becoming more and more diffi...

THIS IS IT! Investment Loans Available for Foreigners!

29 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This has been a long time coming - we explore the newly minted Japan real-estate property investment mortgage loan offers, now available for resident ...

"The Best Of" - 2018/19 Top Episodes Compilation

20 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This PodCast's episodes have now been downloaded or streamed more than 10,000 times - which is a great landmark for us, and an excellent excuse to put...

Q&A: What to do with $50-100K?

26 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We take a question from a US based listener, who wants to know how to best utilise his savings and invest them in Japan real estate property?

Business Call with New Client

18 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a recording of a 45 minute call with a new client from Canada, a first time investor in Japan's real-estate property market. We discus...

Guest Houses VS Share Houses

12 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dreaming about buying and managing a guest-house in one of Japan's cities, countryside resorts or onsen towns? Here's how to make it work.

Deal Analysis - Small Residential Building

30 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We review the numbers, advantages, dis-advantages and reasons behind choosing to invest in a small apartment building in Fukuoka city, Japan.

Building a Home in Japan

25 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A super-fun interview with Tom Legge, originally from the UK, whose humorous blog, The "Osaka House Project" documents and details the processes invol...

Q & A - Where to Buy? How to Get Financing?

18 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We take a question from Parikshat, a Malaysian podcast listener, who asks about investment hot-spots in Japan which strike a balance between yield and...

Crowd Funding Japanese RE - Interview with Kevin Elliott

05 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we speak with Kevin Elliott, co-founder and president of "JPI - Japan Property Investments" - a unique and innovative platform, enabli...

Maintenance, Renovations & Repairs

22 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What types of things require attendance during a tenancy, and what's needed before a new tenant moves in? How much does it all cost? We answer all of ...

Dealing with Foreign Exchange Rates Fluctuations

14 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

One of the top concerns of first time overseas real estate property investors or would-be investors are fluctuating exchange rates. In this episode we...

Deal Analysis - Sapporo City House

08 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we review the numbers, selection criteria, due diligence and reasons for recommending and facilitating a residential home real estate ...

2018 Japan Real-Estate Property Investment Market Summary & 2019 Projections

31 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

As we do every year towards the end of January, in this episode we will review trends, data and statistics from major industry players in the market f...

J-REITs (Japanese Real Estate Investment Trusts)

23 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) are excellent investment vehicles offering flexibility, liquidity, hands-off management and a diverse exposure a...

Odyssey Japan Boutique Hospitality Fund Update

16 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We return to check up on Hong-Kong based Odyssey Capital Group, and their Japan boutique hospitality fund - now in full motion, and with an amazing se...

Diversity & Hedging

09 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about diversity & hedging, why this concept is crucial for successful & profitable investment portfolios, and how to apply it ...

Making a Difference - Impact Investing in Japan's Property Market

28 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this holiday themed episode we discuss how we, as investors, can use our funds to make a difference and support the world around us - including a d...

What Are Investors Looking for?

18 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Our very own sales & marketing manager, Priti Donnelly, joins us from Canada, and share the questions, concerns and common misconceptions that first-t...

How to Handle Extended Vacancies?

12 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Vacancies are part and parcel of any property investments, but are a painful hassle, and come with attached expenses and a loss of income - which is w...

Big Ticket, "A" Class Assets and High-End Commercial Deals

05 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We interview Shai Greenberg, VP of Genkai Capital, who deals with institutional investors and some of Japan's biggest commercial real-estate property ...

Financing for Japan RE Investments - a Call to Action!

30 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most burning issues for investors in Japan's property market is the lack of financing options for their property purchases. In this episode...

Sales & Business Communications in Japan

21 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It is often said that, to sell in Japan, one must familiarize one's self with "The Japanese Way" of doing business - but according to Dr Greg Story, w...

Owning a Japanese Ski Holiday Home

14 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you're a ski or other winter sports enthusiast, you may have been wondering how much it costs to own your own Japanese holiday home on or near the ...

When Tenants Become Sick or Die

31 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Japan is one of the world's fastest ageing societies, and many investment property tenants are elderly and frail - they may or may not have living rel...

Value-Added Japanese Assets

25 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Odyssey capital group is based in Hong-Kong, and is Asia's leading independent alternative asset management firm. Dan Vovil, Odyssey's co-founder and ...