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Curated Japanese homes, Akiya (vacant/under-utilized) opportunities, and property insights for overseas buyers.

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Visas and Living in Japan as a Homeowner

Oct 6, 2026

by Shogun Homes

Visas and Living in Japan as a Homeowner

Owning a home in Japan doesn't come with a visa. Here's how long you can stay, the routes to living here, and what changes when you do.

Renting Out Your Japanese Home

Oct 3, 2026

Renting Out Your Japanese Home

Where to Buy in Japan: Choosing a Region by Lifestyle

Oct 2, 2026

Where to Buy in Japan: Choosing a Region by Lifestyle

Why Buy a House in Japan? 10 Reasons (and Who It Suits)

Oct 7, 2026

Why Buy a House in Japan? 10 Reasons (and Who It Suits)

Why Are Houses in Japan So Cheap? Akiya Explained, and the Catch

Oct 9, 2026

Why Are Houses in Japan So Cheap? Akiya Explained, and the Catch

Can Foreigners Buy Property in Japan? 2026 Rules Explained

Oct 9, 2026

Can Foreigners Buy Property in Japan? 2026 Rules Explained

What It Costs to Buy and Own a Home in Japan (2026)

Oct 9, 2026

What It Costs to Buy and Own a Home in Japan (2026)

Recent Posts

Oct 2, 2026

by Shogun Homes

Where to Buy in Japan: Choosing a Region by Lifestyle

Powder snow, surf towns, island life or an hour from Tokyo: how to find the part of Japan that fits the life you want.

Where to Buy in Japan: Choosing a Region by Lifestyle

Shogun Homes

The right home, and the right community around it. Every week, five hand-picked homes across Japan with a deep dive on the town, the seasons and the life each one could give you. From a team with 80 years of combined experience living here. Shogun Homes publishes general information about property in Japan. We are not a licensed real estate brokerage (宅地建物取引業者), lawyers, tax advisers or immigration specialists, and nothing here is legal, tax, financial or immigration advice. Confirm details with a licensed professional before you act.

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