Property for Sale in Japan

Property in Japan on INTRIC runs from JPY 46.00M to JPY 970.00M, in Osaka, Tokyo, Fukuoka, Kyoto, Sapporo and Niseko. Prices are the sellers' own, in the listing's currency, and change as listings are added.

Yes. Foreigners hold the same ownership rights as Japanese citizens, with full freehold title. There is no limit on the number or value of properties, and no residency, visa or government approval is needed. A short notification may be filed after buying certain property types.

On buying: a one-off real estate acquisition tax of about 3% to 4% of the assessed value, which is usually well below the price, plus registration tax and stamp duty. After that: annual fixed asset tax of about 1.4% of assessed value, income tax on rent, and capital gains tax on sale. Gains are taxed at a lower rate if you hold for more than five years.

Freehold is the norm. Land and building are titled separately, so a house gives you both, while a condominium gives you the unit plus a share of the land and common areas. Condominiums carry monthly management and repair-reserve fees. Wooden buildings are written down over 22 years and concrete over 47, which can reduce taxable rental income.

Rarely. Major banks lend to foreigners who hold a Japanese visa, a stable job and a local bank account. Non-residents mostly pay cash, or find a specialist lender at roughly 30% to 50% loan-to-value. Rates for residents are among the lowest in the world, about 1.5% to 3%.

Central Tokyo condominium prices have set records in recent years, with gross yields of 3.5% to 4.5%. Osaka and Fukuoka yield more, and regional cities up to 8%. The yen exchange rate moves your return in dollars or pounds, in either direction. Capital at risk.

No. Japan has no investor or Golden Visa tied to property. Owners who want to live there need a separate visa. The Business Manager visa has needed ¥30 million in capital, at least one full-time employee and a vetted business plan since October 2025.