In 2019, Japan enjoyed its highest foreign visitor numbers on record, rounding off a ten year period of growth in the nation's tourism sector, with more international travelers using Japanese railways than any other year throughout the decade.
Recently, Asianwallets has signed cooperation agreements with Japanese mobile payment providers Globepay and Trysee. The three parties will provide "local payment services" and "exclusive benefits for members" targeting Southeast Asian tourists travelling Japan.
Bank of Japan to carry low interest rate into 2020, keeping mortgages affordable
The Bank of Japan announced earlier this year that it would maintain its historically low interest rates, ensuring continuous affordable loans for home buyers.
There is more than just rent and a deposit to pay when your sign your rental contract in Japan. Brace yourself with our breakdown of upfront fees for apartments in Japan.
A bright future for Japan’s abandoned golf courses
When Japan’s infamous real estate bubble burst in the early 90s, it took down much more than just the property prices in central Tokyo. Here is the tale of Japan’s forgotten golf courses and their revival potential.
Famous Japanese architects and their distinct styles
Japanese architecture mesmerises with its fluidity between tradition and modernity. We present you five award-winning Japanese architects that have shaped urban landscapes and the lives of their inhabitants in Japan.
Close to important business hubs and popular foodie hotspots, the city of Meguro is made up of both office districts and upscale residential neighbourhoods on the central west side of Tokyo.
