Management covers what happens after you own a property. Across property management, rental management, running a real estate business and renovation, it explains how to improve occupancy, tenant satisfaction, repair planning and profitability. It gives owners and management companies practical know-how for on-the-ground issues such as reducing vacancy, handling move-out restoration and long-term repairs. It reflects lessons from managing 400-plus units in our own operations.
This section is updated on an ongoing basis as new public information and market developments emerge.
This article explains typical residential land development costs using Japan’s National Tax Agency data. It covers the cost of site leveling, cutting, filling, and ground improvement, along with two practical ways landowners can reduce development expenses.
Explains key points for successfully selling a one-room condo, including checking outstanding loan balances, capital gains tax, types of brokerage contracts, and how to judge the right time to sell for both investment and owner-occupied properties.
This guide explains typical land surveying costs and cost breakdowns. It covers why confirmed boundary surveys range from 350,000 to 800,000 yen, the differences among current-condition, area, and boundary-confirmation surveys, and key precautions when ordering one for a property sale.
A guide to building age (chikunensu) for Japanese rentals, organized by fixtures, seismic safety, and rent. Understand the June 1981 New Seismic Standard, the June 2000 wood 2000 Standard, and statutory useful life by structure, grounded in MLIT and National Tax Agency primary sources. Read before you start your search.
This guide compares seven wallpaper types, including vinyl, paper, fabric, and diatomaceous earth finishes, with cost ranges starting from 500 yen per square meter. Designed for rental property owners, it also covers quality indicators and how to choose functional wall coverings.
No-drill smart locks can go on a rented door. When the landlord's permission is required, how restoration rules apply, and how to pick a rental-friendly model.
In apartment management, not only indoor troubles but also parking lot troubles often occur. The incidents range from unauthorized parking, incorrectly designated parking spaces, collisions with vehicles, over-parking, vehicle break-ins, an
Prefab housing runs roughly 500,000–1,500,000 yen per tsubo. Cost by construction method, how it differs from conventional building, and durability and resale caveats.
An overview of the pros and cons of rental properties over 40 years old, covering rent, layouts, seismic performance, and facilities. Also explains vacancy measures and asset value preservation points for owners.
This article explains the advantages and disadvantages of a home with shop space, along with practical layout planning points from an investor's perspective. It introduces strategies for balancing tenant income and owner use to maximize the value of a mixed-use property.
This article explains common trunk room investment failures, including location, rent, and theft risks, and the measures needed for success. It also outlines the land-use potential of yields above 15% and practical points for selecting the right operator.
A detailed analysis of the average real estate income of 5.21 million yen from apartment management, covering income sources, recurring expenses, taxes, and how to calculate effective yield and cash flow.
A practical, landlord's-eye guide to what happens when a tenant in Japan refuses to move out. We cover the strict notice deadlines under Japan's Act on Land and Building Leases, the four recognized categories of legitimate grounds for eviction, how a Japanese moving-out payment (tachinokiryo) is calculated, and the realistic costs and timeline from negotiation through to court enforcement.
This guide explains benchmark construction costs per tsubo for mid-rise, high-rise, and tenant buildings by structure type. It also breaks down interior, equipment, and miscellaneous costs, along with conditions that can push costs above market levels.
An old switch plate can be replaced with just a screwdriver. This guide explains the DIY process step by step and also clarifies why electrical wiring work requires a licensed electrician in certain cases.
A neutral overview for overseas investors before adopting VR property viewing in Japan. It compares the three types (360-degree photo tour, 3D scan, real-time remote hosting), outlines the equipment and cost in yen and approximate USD, and explains how the legally required explanation of important matters is delivered online as IT jusetsu.
This guide explains the meaning of a real estate listing sheet known as a Maisoku, how to use it effectively, key creation tips, and legal cautions to help strengthen property appeal and improve occupancy rates.
This guide explains how to handle security deposit disputes when the refund is withheld. It covers how costs for walls, floors, and water-related areas are divided between tenants and landlords, along with four practical negotiation methods, including using case law, attending estimates, and seeking help from public institutions.
We explain the real causes of failure in whole apartment building investments from five perspectives, including vacancies, maintenance costs, and overleveraging. Practical measures such as used-property acquisition and cash flow comparison are also included.
Range hoods are the most frequently used kitchen equipment in rental housing, and are used to remove oil smoke, moisture, and odors every day. Even if it appears to be working, if the exhaust capacity is reduced or if there are abnormal noi
What to do when a water heater breaks down in a rental unit: typical lifespan, when to replace rather than repair, and a clear explanation of cost responsibility for landlords and tenants.
Rent increase/decrease request is a system in which the landlord or tenant requests an increase or decrease in the rent in the future when the current rent becomes inappropriate due to changes in circumstances after the contract has been si
This guide explains the differences among A, B, and C construction works in commercial properties. It covers scope, cost responsibility, contractor selection authority, and practical cautions such as comparative quotes and restoration obligations in C works.
This article explains how to lower restoration costs when vacating a rental office or retail space. It also shows why careless price negotiations can backfire, and introduces practical measures such as turnkey transfer, obtaining multiple quotations, and reviewing the lease agreement in advance.
The proxy payment system for public assistance allows the welfare office to send rent directly to property owners. Partially mandated since April 2020, this guide explains the application process, required documents, and practical benefits for property management companies.
An investor-focused guide to the advantages and disadvantages of share house investment. Covers revenue structure, vacancy risk reduction, regulatory compliance, management costs, and practical measures to prevent tenant problems.
This guide explains how to choose a rug for a Japanese-style room, from functions and materials that help prevent dust mites and mold to styling ideas such as Japandi and natural interiors.
A professional guide to the legal basis of renewal fees, regional differences, and the conditions that make fee reduction negotiations more or less likely to succeed when renewing a rental property.
Kyōekihi is the monthly common area fee Japanese tenants pay on top of rent to cover the actual running costs of shared space. Japan's MLIT FY2025 survey (three major metropolitan areas) puts it at ¥4,837 (approx. USD 32) a month, about 5.8% of rent. Here is how it differs from Western CAM charges, what it covers, how it is taxed, and why it is not governed by rent-revision law.
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