Housing
Latest news and updates on housing for expats in Japan
Housing
Tokyo Condo Prices Expected to Plateau in 2025 After Record Highs
Tokyo's condominium market is expected to stabilize in 2025 with fewer ultra-luxury developments, though prices will remain elevated in the 23 wards d...
January 6, 2026
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Tokyo Housing Prices Soar as Government Raises Mortgage Lending Limits
Tokyo condominium prices hit records, with new units averaging 124.2 million yen. Government responds by raising Flat 35 mortgage limits from 80 to 12...
December 22, 2025
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Japan Introduces Nationality Disclosure for Property Registration
Japan now requires nationality disclosure for property registration. The change affects all buyers and sellers, with foreign nationals comprising 3% o...
December 16, 2025
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Major Banks Raise Fixed Mortgage Rates as Long-Term Rates Peak
Major Japanese banks raised December fixed mortgage rates as long-term interest rates hit 17-year highs. Expats seeking home loans face higher costs a...
November 28, 2025