Sumida area guide: Where Edo meets modern-day Japan
Dominated by the Tokyo Skytree, one of the world’s tallest towers, Sumida ward is a fascinating tale of modernity encroaching on a shitamachi area shaped by wooden homes, serene spaces and old Japanese bathhouses.
The Western world is embracing Marie Kondo. Yet she has tidied Japanese homes for years, pre-Netflix. But why would a country renowned for clean and clear aesthetics need someone to straighten that out?
Katsushika area guide: A calm space in the north of Tokyo
Without a doubt one of Tokyo’s quietest wards, Katsushika offers affordable real estate set amongst rivers and green spaces. The area is famous for Buddhist temples and Showa era–style shopping streets that can be explored on foot. While idyllic and comforting to some, it can feel old fashioned...
As there are many factors that impact an apartment's longevity, REThink Tokyo spoke with PLAZA HOMES about which Japanese apartments are more likely to stand the test of time.
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.
ASEAN regional interest in Jakarta and Singapore round-table events
Real Estate Communities of The World (RECOW) events calendar 2019 welcomes global real estate communities and leaders to attend B2B roundtables throughout 2019
Akiya banks: Real estate listings promoting sales of abandoned Japanese homes
Akiya — abandoned homes — can be an affordable option for entering the real estate market in Japan. Here are some tips for how to find them and what to consider.
Gurner St Moritz $30m penthouse breaks Melbourne record after being sold to Antony Catalano
Luxury property developer Gurner has smashed Melbourne’s price record for the most expensive apartment sale, contracting the illustrious $30m penthouse at its ultra-luxury Saint Moritz development in St Kilda to a high-profile Melbourne family.
The future of Airbnb in Japan: Cloudy, with a strong chance of bureaucracy
The homesharing law that looked set to level the playing field seems to be closing it off instead, and Japan Airbnb renters are growing increasingly concerned about their investments.
