Markets reads the Japanese real estate market through data and primary sources. It covers market indicators such as land prices, rents and transaction volumes, redevelopment plans, and area-by-area supply-and-demand analysis. It is written for investors, owners and practitioners deciding whether to buy now or wait, and which areas are likely to appreciate. Rather than gut feeling, we cross-check published statistics against on-the-ground observation from our brokerage and management work, and explain why prices and rents move and the structural forces behind them.
This section is updated on an ongoing basis as new public information and market developments emerge.
Best cities to live rankings in Japan can be a useful starting point for area selection, but they are not a final answer for buying a home or making an investment. Rather than relying on rank alone, it is important to read each area through
This article explains how to master information gathering in real estate investment and how to use Nikkei Real Estate Market Information effectively. It highlights why early access to commercial real estate data in the Tokyo area can become an essential resource for investors.
Discover the allure and advantages of living in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, from top attractions to prime real estate investment opportunities.
In Japan the wealthy are households with over 100 million yen in net financial assets. Nomura's five tiers, the income benchmark, and how it differs from being asset-rich.
This article explains the business benefits of building an FAQ site. It introduces five key effects, including higher customer satisfaction, better understanding of customer needs, more consistent responses, lower costs, and improved inquiry conversion, along with practical points for building a successful FAQ site.
This guide explains why REITs are suitable for diversified investing and outlines six key evaluation metrics for selecting REIT stocks, including yield, market capitalization, NAV premium or discount, and LTV.
This article explains five key points for successful rent reduction negotiations, including timing, market research, and how to use rent-free periods effectively. It also examines rent-setting from the perspective of rental property management.
Rent benchmarks for detached houses across Tokyo's 23 wards, the suburbs and major Osaka areas — how they compare with apartments and whether letting one pays.
Microtourism is the idea of short-distance tourism, where people enjoy local areas within an hour or two of their home. It is unique in that it does not rely solely on long-distance travel or inbound demand, but instead allows local peopl
Explains the definition and responsibilities of real estate developers and how they differ from general contractors. Provides a professional overview of the industry, from site acquisition and marketing to construction oversight and sales.
This article offers an honest analysis of how tighter energy-efficiency standards, population decline, and consumption tax hikes may affect real estate prices. It also explains the 2022 and 2025 issues and outlines concrete actions investors should take.
A clear guide to the meaning of real estate developers, their group classifications such as former zaibatsu, railway, and independent lines, and their business flow from land acquisition to management. Also explains how they differ from general contractors and how investors should assess them.
An overview of alternative investments, including real estate, hedge funds, and commodities. Learn the main advantages and drawbacks of each asset class and how they differ from conventional investments. INA&Associates.
Using the demographic dividend as a core investment indicator, this article analyzes the real estate potential of Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysia, and the Philippines for professionals considering cross-border investment.
This practical guide compares the initial costs, advantages, and disadvantages of direct operation and master lease for coin parking management. Direct operation typically starts at around JPY 3 million, while a master lease may require no initial cost if you already own the land.
In 2026, all baby boomers in Japan will have entered the late elderly stage, accelerating the vacant home problem into a new phase. This article explains what landowners and real estate owners should do now, based on the current stock of over 9 million vacant homes and projections through 2043.
An explanation of how used condo prices are determined to help identify the right time to buy. Covers the impact of building age, location, the economy, and interest rates for both investors and owner-occupiers.
Japan mansion (apartment building) investment yields as of April 2026: 3.6% expected yield in Tokyo's Jonan area, 4.2-5.0% in major regional cities — benchmarks across 12 Japanese districts, with a full worked example showing how a 3.92% gross yield becomes a real-world 2.40% return. Includes a first-time-investor primer on why Japan has no MLS-style public sold-price database.
This article explains the advantages of starting renovation investment in Yokohama, key area characteristics, and how to calculate effective yields. It also outlines concept-planning points for minimizing vacancy risk.
Why renovation investment is drawing attention in Osaka’s real estate market, based on land price growth data and area analysis. The article also covers yields and key success factors for investors.
Unlike the US, UK, or Australia, Japan has no MLS-style public database of actual closing prices — the industry's REINS system is accessible only through licensed agents, so most buyers negotiate blind. This article uses 2026 REINS data to test the common "5-10% off" rule of thumb. In Greater Tokyo, asking prices sit 41% above what condos actually sell for; in Tokyo proper the gap is 49%. We show, region by region, what a ¥3 million (approx. US$20,000) offer really represents as a percentage — and why it means something completely different in Chiba than it does in central Tokyo.
A comparative analysis of real estate investment and foreign currency deposits from the viewpoints of risk, liquidity, and yield. Learn the advantages, disadvantages, and combination strategies of each for investors.
This article explains how the spread of telework is driving office decentralization, the benefits of distributed workspaces, and their role in business continuity planning. It offers a timely view of workspace strategy for balancing cost reduction and productivity.
Learn about satellite offices: definition, differences from branch offices, advantages and disadvantages. Analysis of the impact on the office real estate market from an investor's perspective.
An investor-focused guide to the pros and cons of renovated condominiums and used detached houses in Tokyo, including how to judge fair pricing and what to check for insulation and durability.