The Journal

Curated insights for the discerning investor. From architectural trends and market analysis to the hidden cultural gems of Niigata and Okinawa, explore the art of designing your Second Life in Japan

A wide hero image blending snowy Japanese mountains and a tropical coastline with subtle map overlays, representing Japan’s resort markets under increasing regulatory scrutiny.

From "No Restrictions" to "Strategic Scrutiny"

March 31, 2026

From “No Restrictions” to “Strategic Scrutiny” What New Rules Mean for Foreign Buyers in Japan’s Resort Markets For many years, I told clients one simple line. Japan has...

A front exterior view of a modern Japanese residential home. The house has a grey and brown facade with dark pitched roofs, large windows, and a frosted glass door with wooden slats. A neat rock and plant garden is in the left foreground, next to a concrete driveway and steps leading up to the entrance. The house is situated on a quiet residential street with neighboring homes and trees under a cloudy sky.

Japan Minpaku 2026: Compliance Risk and Capital Protection

March 29, 2026

Ayako Yamaguchi Japan Real Estate Strategist Strategic Briefing · March 2026 Japan Minpaku Compliance 2026:Asset Risk, Enforcement Trends,and Capital Protection Executive Summary Japan’s...

Myoko ski resort landscape in winter showing the area where land prices are rising due to luxury development

Myoko Property Market 2026: The Shift to High-End Management

March 23, 2026

Myoko Property Market 2026: The Shift to High-End Management Niigata Property Insight · March 2026 · By Ayako Yamaguchi Market Analysis · Myoko, Niigata Prefecture Myoko Property Market 2026:The...

Traditional Japanese kominka farmhouse in rural Niigata surrounded by mountains and rice fields, representing heritage real estate in Japan.

Future-Proofing Japanese Real Estate: The 2030 Resilience Audit

March 16, 2026

Why Future-Proofing Japanese Real Estate Matters More Than Ever Future-proofing Japanese real estate begins with understanding that heritage value alone is not enough. For many international...

1 2 3 4 5 … 16