Kita ward: A former writers' and artists' quarter turned urban green sanctuary
This narrow ward in north Tokyo is often overlooked by international residents and investors. However ample green space, an artistic vibe, and cheap rents and property prices warrant a closer look.
Adachi: All you need to know about one of Tokyo’s most reasonably priced areas
Adachi might not be the fanciest area to live in—but it convinces with low rents and property prices while still offering a fairly convenient connection to the city and plenty of shopping and dining options around its hallmark station Kitasenju.
Primary residence borrowing - Banks in Japan Part 1
Upwards of 9 out of 10 deals usually have buyer financing involved and knowing how much a bank will lend you is first and foremost before you start looking at property.
What will happen after Rugby World Cup 2019 and 2020 Olympics in Tokyo?
The answer may be integrated resorts - otherwise known as casinos. Adam German, Vice President of Business Development at Housing Japan discusses Tokyo's Casino plans and potential effects on real estate.
Japan's apartment price to income ratio increases again
According to Tokyo Kantei, the average price of a brand-new apartment across Japan was 7.81 times the average annual income in 2017, up 0.34 points from 2016 and exceeding the previous high of 7.64 seen in 1992.
