First-time buyers will not want to miss this podcast. I will take you on a journey of a first time buyer. I take you on an anecdotal journey of purchasing a property in the Japanese real estate market from the exploratory phase to purchase, and

Stigma of Deaths in Properties, Game-changer for the Nursing Care Lossmaker, Purchasing Properties in Smaller Townships

Aug 27th, 2021 7m 21s

Focusing on the stigma of deaths in properties, a potential game-changer for the nursing care lossmaker, and a tip on how to safely purchase properties with higher yield in smaller townships.

The Post-Olympic Market, Moving into the Hydrogen Era, and more on the Much Anticipated Integrated Casino Resorts

Aug 17th, 2021 8m 28s

The market post-Olympics, moving into the Hydrogen era, and preparing for the announcement of the winning bids for the much anticipated integrated casino resorts.

Pandemic Shifts and the Effects on Japanese Real Estate and Lifestyle

Jul 29th, 2021 7m 14s

You might think that with Covid19 and between people keen on running away from major urban centres to get away from crowds, and Japan’s aging demographics, the residential property market would take a hit. No so. Learn more about the growing in

Top 4 Reasons why Japan's Property Market Remains Resilient

Jul 13th, 2021 8m 34s

In this episode, the top 4 reasons why the Japanese property market remains resilient, but why the retail market is trailing behind, and…because of the continued interest, and more on abandoned homes.

The Appeal of Japan's Abandoned Countryside Homes Beyond Dilapidation

Jun 20th, 2021 1h 5m

Insightful interview with Matt Ketchum, co-founder of “Akiya & Inaka” a Japanese company specializing in helping foreigners purchase abandoned or semi-abandoned homes in Japan.

New Directions, New Opportunities in the Japanese Real Estate Market

Jun 14th, 2021 6m 45s

In this podcast, opportunities to watch for in this current climate in the real estate sector, more specifically, the impact of the Olympic Games, the direction of J-REITS, the logistics sector, and the survey says…. Tokyo still holds the limel

Japan Properties - 1 Year after Covid-19

May 24th, 2021 8m 19s

It has been more than a year since COVID-19 transformed the world, forcing changes in lifestyle, imposing restrictions across businesses -- without warning, without bias. In the investment world, the priority became “flight to safety,” which ha

Japan's Attempts to Increase Visitors, Birth Rate, and Thinks Up a New Kind of Tourism

May 5th, 2021 11m 44s

Ibaraki moves up the ladder of attractive prefectures; Japan has plans to boost its falling birth rate; and what exactly is micro-tourism and will it work?

Rare Investment Opportunities as Japan Goes Carbon Neutral, and More on Taxes

Apr 16th, 2021 7m

Companies are offloading properties as they assess the feasibility of retrofitting/rebuilding in light of the carbon neutral policies. And, you asked us whether it is better to purchase as an individual or under a corporate name.

The Direction of Fukushima / You Asked Us About Taxes

Apr 4th, 2021 7m 52s

A decade since Japan's nuclear meltdown in Fukushima, what is the direction for the city? And, answers to your questions about the impact of taxes on foreign investments.

Logistics Facilities Sprout Up as Online Shopping Shifts from Convenience to Necessity

Mar 11th, 2021 10m 8s

This podcast is dedicated to logistics facilities market because of the demand for warehousing space due to the rapid growth of e-commerce and online shopping.

Toyota’s Woven City, Tokyo Apartments Reach Record Highs, and Is the Honeymoon with Japan’s Office Towers Over?

Mar 1st, 2021 6m 30s

Increased demand for Tokyo apartment buildings, Shizuoka becomes home to Toyota's robotics testing ground and vacant space in Tokyo's office buildings opens opportunities for investors

Opportunities in Japan's Slippery Slope Ski Industry and Offloading Older Properties

Feb 12th, 2021 6m 36s

Times are Tough. Legislation suggests it may be time to offload older properties and the pandemic’s slippery slope gives rise to distressed property opportunities in the ski industry.

Market Volatility, Economic Turmoil and the Need for Portfolio Diversification

Feb 4th, 2021 5m 50s

The U.S. dollar retreated from its highest level since mid-November against the Japanese yen as investors rebalanced portfolios for month-end; markets on edge; a dispute over COVID-19 vaccine supply in Europe cooled risk appetite.

2020 Year End Review and What's in Store for 2021

Jan 26th, 2021 18m 43s

While the pandemic rocked the global real estate market, the Asia-Pacific region, more specifically Japan, became an eye-opener for investors as the effects on the region were quite subdued.

Japan Innovation!

Jan 9th, 2021 6m 1s

Rescue hotels, an ambitious push for green technology, and a bullish office market.

Japan Gets Ahead of the Game in Logistics and Diversifies the Workforce

Dec 28th, 2020 7m 20s

Resilience in the logistics market; momentum to boost female executives; and millennium old businesses offer advice for survival during the pandemic

2020 Paves the Way for Progress in Japan

Dec 17th, 2020 4m 56s

Tokyo tops the list for innovation and start-up capital for foreigners; Fukuoka set to house the largest warehouse space in Kyushu; Airbnb lists teleworking offices and houses away from urban areas.

Tokyo in the Limelight

Dec 8th, 2020 5m 36s

Tokyo's rapidly expanding data center hub; the race to become a global financial hub; the Ni-Chome gay district unites to survive the pandemic

Opportunities, Possibilities, and Determination in Japan Business and Properties

Nov 26th, 2020 4m 42s

Japan's untapped military property market; hotels/casinos and moving toward becoming Asia's second largest gambling market; next steps for Tokyo's cautious Olympics

Top 3 Reasons Investors Turn to Japan's Safe Haven

Nov 17th, 2020 4m 38s

During times of political and economic uncertainties, markets can become volatile and cause panic. At such times investors look for “safe-haven” alternatives. Here are the top 3 reasons why Investors turn to Japan’s safe haven -

Traditional Japan Adapts to Changes Brought on by the Pandemic

Nov 10th, 2020 5m 54s

Breaking the moonlighting taboo, affordable 'subscription based co-living' for teleworkers, health insurance coverage for fertility treatments, and revitalizing plans for decaying rural regions.