Japan Real Estate: Recent Episodes
Nippon Tradings International (NTI)
From Japan Real Estate market fundamentals, with a special focus on investment - through guides, tips, tricks and interviews with industry experts - this podcast is your one-stop-shop for audio content related to one of the world's most exciting (and profitable!) property markets.
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We talk to a US based client about to enter Japan's real estate property market for the first time about portfolio structuring, investment strategies, corporate VS individual ownership of properties and what's involved in switching over from one to the other, location selection, yields, and much, much more!
The Japan Real Estate Experts Panel (JREP) gets together to talk about those ridiculously cheap ski resort villas - is it a case of "buyer beware", or is there a clear due diligence process to vet these deals? Also - how are borrowing capacity, monthly repayments and interest rates calculated for Japan real estate property mortgage loans? Tune into the conversation!
We talk to a family home buyer who feels they've been rushed into the wrong property and loan selection on their last purchase, and is determined to "get things right" this time around.
Where are properties listed in Japan? A look behind the scenes of "Akiya" banks, MLS websites, the national REINS database, agents commissions & fee structures, short term stay/AirBnb legislation, and more.
Our annual compilation, featuring highlights from YOUR favorite and most heavily downloaded/streams conversations, business calls, interviews, panel sessions and deal analysis Japan Real Estate Podcast episodes - thank you for five years of loyalty and support!!!
We get together to talk all things related to home and investment loans from Japanese/foreign lenders, creative spaces and their investment potential, onsen natural hot spring resorts, getting naked with strangers, and renovations - join the fun! :)
We talk to an Australian investor about everything under the sun - the difference between property owner mentality in Japan VS the West, loans and portfolio structuring, sales, re-sale and much, much more!
We talk to a Tokyo resident who has a limited cash budget, and wants to put it to best use - what to buy and where, what types of tenants to go for, get a loan or buy cash, and much more.
Another JREP (Japan Real Estate Experts Panel) session - we talk delivery lockers & other tenant/short term stay guest perks, business niches, and receive a mini-masterclass on interest rates for home loans!
We speak to a lifestyle property shopper, who's purchased and renovated a beautiful family home in Kobe to perfection - and is now putting it back on the market!
We speak to an experienced investor, owning several condo units in Kumamoto, Japan, who is wondering if he should sell them and purchase a newer, better multi-unit building instead.
Back to basics - a conversation with a first time family home buyer - we talk new VS 2nd hand, standard VS custom design, applying for & getting a mortgage, building materials, and much, much more!
Shai Greenberg, senior VP at "Genkai Capital" and adjunct professor/head of the real estate program at Temple university in Tokyo is back on the podcast - giving us the annual run-down on Japan's commercial property market in 2021, as well as trends and forecasts heading into 2022 - what's hot, what's not, who's buying, who's selling - and much, much more.
We speak to the amazing Hugh Hogland Watanabe, one of Japan's best basketball players, about his plans to build an investment portfolio in the land of the rising sun.
From loans to management, location selection, due diligence, deal analysis, short term rentals, tenant profiles - and much, much more!
A deeply detailed conversation and deal analysis session with a would-be investor, living in Japan, whose wife isn't too keen on real estate property investment.
A Japan Real Estate Experts Panel (JREP) session - we talk commute (distance VS ease), how tenants choose properties to live in, beach front and ski home cheap deals, financing challenges and much, much more.
The Japan real-estate experts panel is back, talking all things related to "Akiya", Japan's famous (or infamous) abandoned rural properties - is it possible to turn a profit from them?
In this mega-detailed exploration all things related to Japan real estate property we cover it all - due diligence for family homes VS investments, tenant profiles, locations, mortgage loans, forex, and much, much more - a must-see mini-webinar!
Another deep dive with the awesome Haley Agra - we talk mortgages, taxes, accountants, deal evaluation, and much, much more!
A strategy session with a new client - buildings or individual condo units? Cash or mortgage? And where to buy? Join us as we discuss our options for property investment in Japan!
In this first JREP session for 2022, we talk about working with friends & family, getting a home loan in Japan without having permanent residency, teeny-tiny studio apartments and what they're good for.
"Business in Japan" is Japan's largest English language business networking community (over 70,000 members) - the group's owner & admin, Mr Jason Ball, joined our latest BNG event to talk to us about how to network positively & efficiently, the differences between Japanese and non-Japanese networking practices, and the immense power of a well developed professional network.
We go back for another chat with the awesome Haley Agra, talking about purchasing a house in Japan, applying for and obtaining mortgages, switching over between owner-occupier & investment property "modes", setting aside funds for renovations & maintenance - and also about life in Japan in general, what it's like working with the love of your life, parenting, education, corporate culture - and much, much more.
In this, end of year 2021 final JREP session, we discuss insurance coverage, claims for compensation, when it's worth to shop around for renovation & repair quotes, and what extra features are worth getting for your home in Japan - tune into the conversation with our Japan real estate experts panel!
Continuing our conversation with a US based entrepreneur seeking to understand the ins and outs of Japan's property market and how to successfully operate in it.
We speak to a buyer searching for holiday homes in the Japanese countryside - how to conduct due diligence on them, discussing re-builds, renovations, accessibility, local infrastructures, and much more.
The awesome Haley Agra is back, telling us all about her social media work (yes, Tik Tok & personal finance can and do mix!) and the progress of her plan to purchase and lease to US military base personnel, brainstorming the need for a real estate license & setting up of a local property management agency, and much more.
(most of) the Japan Real Estate Experts Panel is Back! This time we go super-casual and off-topic, chatting away about monkeys, games, quarantines stays, border closures, and short term stay management.
We get together with Jason Ball of "Business in Japan" & Mario Long of "Sakura Pheonix" to talk all things related to the intersection between the worlds of business & board / strategy games, in this Clubhouse conversation, preceding our 10-12 December weekend event!
Japan's REI market can often be counter-intuitive in many aspects, especially to those among us who are more familiar with property markets in other countries in the developed world - in this presentation, given at the "Retire Japan" inaugural online conference in November 2021, we break down the basics, advantages, disadvantages and unique challenges inherent in this market for non-Japanese investors.
Ben Shearon of "Retire Japan" returns to the show, to tell us more about personal finance, saving & investing for retirement, and the very first "Retire Japan" online conference on 23 Nov, 2021!
A business call with a new potential client - all about the real estate property market in Japan, how and why to invest, what to consider & how to form a winning strategy.
We look under the hood at our business model, in this business call with an entrepreneur seeking to setup a buyers' advocacy and portfolio management company in Japan.
We join the "Global Chamber" panel of experts for a timely conversation on international trade between Japan, Australia and the UK
A long and insightful conversation with Anna, a young entrepreneur from the US, currently based in Japan, who is looking to enter the real estate professional services space. We talk about experience, relationships, partnerships, and much, much more.
Following up on our re-build VS renovate discussion, this time we focus on the cost and effectiveness of renovations, maintenance & staging when selling properties to investors VS to owners occupiers. But first...MORE GOATS!
The Japan Real Estate Experts Panel jams on the pros and cons of rental properties with/without furniture and appliances, gyms, saunas and other facilities, when it's a good idea to rent out your second home to other holiday makers, company dormitory flats, and much, much more.
We've been asked to mentor (that's a big word!) an awesome young investor from the US, now living in Japan - tune into our very awkward first session, covering the basics, our business journey, and the realities of life in/near the Fuji US military base in Shizuoka prefecture, Japan...
The Japan Real Estate Experts Panel (JREP) talks all things related to renovating and re-building older properties - what can be done, how much does it cost, how to comply with regulations, zoning and much, much more.
Our Japan Real Estate Experts Panel talks about property professionals, why they "might" be worth paying for, why some deals are (still!) done all in cash, and the baffling lack of escrow services in Japan.
Cash or loan? Building or individual units? Locations? Diversification? We touch upon all these, and much more, in this business call with a new client.
The Japan Real Estate Experts Panel (JREP) chats with a Tokyo agent specializing in catering to foreign tenants, running share-houses, short term stay apartments, and monthly stays. We discuss the challenges, perceived discrimination against foreigners, cultural and language differences, and much, much more.
We speak to two winter sport ski buddies from Australia, who are in the market for a winter sports accommodation business in Japan - what's possible (or impossible), how can it be done, and how much does it all cost?
Join our experts panel - Tracey Northcott, the short term stay queen (tracey@enfour.com), Ziv Nakajima-Magen, investment & holiday homes specialist (info@nippontradings.com), Matt Ketchum, the "akiya" (abandoned/vacant homes) guru (matt@akiyainaka.com), and Email Gorgees (emil.gorgees@tokyorealty.jp), our expert on all things related to Tokyo family homes & mortgages, for our very first Japan real estate experts panel on Zoom - get to meet the panel members, how they got started, and what they're dealing with on a daily basis - common questions, ideas & misconceptions they regularly deal with, and all other things related to the property market here in Japan.
We discuss the advantages and disadvantages of purchasing properties as an individual, as opposed to under a corporate structure - condo units VS whole buildings - portfolio management, tenancy laws & tenant profiles - and much, much more.
We re-visit the topic of leasing Japanese homes to US army, navy and marine corps base personnel - what should investors seeking to enter this space consider?
We break down the distribution of funds over a property deal's timeline - what is payable by buyers, to whom, when and how much?
Fantastic brain-storming session with Tristan Whitehead from Tokyo, who's currently in the process of forming his plan for his dream high-end corporate retreat / conference center / extended family getaway resort in Japan's scenic countryside.
Why invest in Japan? What's with all those abandoned homes? How to get a loan? What kinds of loans are available? How to get a business visa? How do negotiations work in Japan? What are the characteristics of the residential & commercial markets? What to do when I leave Japan? One property or many? Where to buy? What yields can I get? Why don't people relocate? We talk about EVERYTHING in this session - tune in!
A long and detailed Q&A session on Clubhouse - all about buying abandoned properties on your own via "Akiya banks", court foreclosure auctions, commercial spaces in Tokyo, zoning regulations, and much, much more.
Emil Gorgees, Matt Ketchum & Ziv Nakajima-Magen answer questions and discuss strategies regarding taxes, running costs, owning VS renting, investment strategies & other creative property hacks.
Your host, Ziv Nakajima Magen, joins fellow international property professional and enthusiast, Parikshat Chawla, as they talk all things related to living and working in Japan, the property market here, entrepreneurship, family, pets and much, much more.
Tracey Northcott, our resident Clubhouse panel expert on short-term stays delves into the nitty-gritty of running AirBnb (minpaku) rentals, licensing, compliance and everything else you need to succeed in this exciting sphere!
NTI's sales & marketing manager, Priti Donnelly, interviews "akiya" (abandoned homes) expert, enthusiast and consultant Matt Ketchum, on all things related to Japan's multitude of vacant homes, their attraction for foreign buyers, the research and purchase process, and all things related to life in the Japanese countryside, remote working - and goats!
Another recording of our popular Wednesday afternoon Clubhouse experts panel - we take questions from the audience on Japan's non-growth oriented property market, and discuss why flipping and wholesaling aren't as popular in the land of the rising sun.
A recording of our Wednesday Japan real-estate room on Clubhouse, and our very first (virtual) meeting with Matt Ketchum, abandoned properties guru and co-founder of "Akiya & Inaka"
We talk to a new client who wants to test the waters and invest in Japanese real-estate property as cheaply as possible. We discuss investment properties priced at 20-30,000 USD, where they'd be located, what sort of yields can be expected, and who the typical tenants tend to be.
Tom Legge comes back on the podcast to tell us all about the (successful!) conclusion of his Osaka house building project!
We speak to an Australian couple who are in love with Kyoto and it's rich cultural heritage - should they buy a holiday home? An investment unit? Can they switch from one to the other, and if so, what should their purchase strategy be?
We speak to Nicholas Walker, founder of the "Nativ Shark" Japanese study platform, who is also managing his family's investment portfolio, and is in the process of expanding it to Japan.
This is as real as it gets! We get together with an Australian client to crunch some numbers and look at some deals - analyzing potential investment properties in Tokyo and surrounds.
We speak to an airline pilot from China who's wondering how he can leverage his Japanese investment portfolio for the purpose of securing residency in the land of the rising sun.
We speak to a client from Australia about researching, buying and managing their ski holiday home in Nagao, Japan.
We team up again with Tracey Northcott & Email Gorgees to answer Clubhouse audience questions on the world's 2nd biggest property investment market, in our weekly Clubhouse room.
We speak to a savvy investor from Hawaii, who is about to start investing in Japan's real estate property market - comparing Sapporo, Tokyo and other locations - structuring a beginner portfolio - logistics, tenant profiles, and much, much more.
We talk to one of our very first and biggest clients, who have been with us for close to a decade, about their history, investment philosophy, the decision to invest in Japanese real estate, and much, much more.
As we do every year, we've looked at the numbers, and put together a compilation of our most heavily streamed/downloaded episodes from 2020-2021 - enjoy! :)
Loosely based on the topic of "commercial VS residential", our round-table panel of property professionals & investors discuss, answer questions, and debate various aspects of Japanese real estate property.
We talk to Aman Agarwal, host of "The Eccentric CEO" podcast, about all things related to Japan's REI market, how remote investors can benefit from it, the services we provide as buyers' advocate and portfolio manager - as well as market fundamentals, prices, rents, yields, segment-by-segment analysis, the effects of Covid, and much, much more.
We get together with Emil Gorges, Tracy Northcott & Daphne Thompson, taking audience questions and talking short term stays and AirBnb, converting family homes to investment properties, mortgages, abandoned "Akiya" properties, and much, much more!
We speak to a Tokyo-based new investor - originally from and owning property in the UK, we lay down some market fundamentals, talk about diversity and hedging, portfolio structuring, locations, and much much more. Also - an invitation to join our Clubhouse Japan real estate property investment room, kicking off next week!
We have a long, comprehensive chat with our resident commercial expert, Shai Greenberg, of Genkai Capital, who gives us the lowdown, "feet on the ground" view of Japan's real estate property market in 2020.
Priti Donnelly, our sales & marketing manager, brings you annual statistics, market summaries, and sector-by-sector analysis of Japan's property market in 2020 - as well as lays out projections & expectations for 2021.
In this episode we review the things which we, as buyers' agents and proxies for property buyers & owners in Japan, can do for you - but, more importantly - what we CAN'T do for you.
We speak to a couple from the USA who are interested in using their savings for a property investment - and also to secure long term business visas to Japan.
We take a call from a first time home buyer in Japan, searching for the perfect Tokyo house to move into. We talk purchase costs, mortgages, taxes, maintenance, insurance & much, much more.
We talk to a US based investor about to purchase their first multi-family residential building near Tokyo - some market fundamentals, management processes, timeframes, fees & general deal workflow if buying in person VS remotely via a buyers' agent.
Business call with a Hong-Kong based entrepreneur who is in the market for an older countryside home to turn into a guesthouse. We talk all things related to compliance, management, permits, staffing, and much, much more.
Our favorite finance & economy macro expert, researcher and analyst, Dan Gallucci, comes back to tell us about how various APAC countries are handling the pandemic. We talk GDP, import, export, tourism, jobs & global financial shifts.
We review the current state of Japanese Real Estate Investment Trusts in 2020 - how are they doing overall? Which sectors are doing better than others? What does the future hold for these exciting investment vehicles?
We take a series of in-depth, thorough questions from a new potential investor - covering everything from location selection through financing, tenant profiles, property management, and much, much more.
When investing remotely in a country as alien as Japan can be, it's crucial to A) pick the right professionals, and B) listen to their advice. We examine why that's so important, and what happens when one doesn't.
With the COVID effect still in place, prices in most areas around Japan are still quite soft, which leads many to seize this moment in time to secure their dream beach side, river side or mountain side holiday home at an affordable price. We speak to a new client with exactly this plan in mind - in beautiful Kyushu, one of Japan's most spectacular areas.
Long chat with Ujwal Velagapudi, of "The Global Uj" podcast - we talk current and past market trends, financing options, attractive investment locations, the challenges facing foreigners investing in a foreigner-shy country like Japan, and the advantages of using a buyers' agent and proxy.
We speak to 3 entrepreneurs from the USA who are learning about Japan's real-estate property market, planning to kick off their army/navy personnel rental business near Yokosuka base, an hour south of Tokyo.
Conversation with new client, an experience US investor, taking his first steps in the world's 2nd biggest property investment market
In this episode we talk to a lovely US-based couple, in the market for a remote, mountain-top home, with easily accessible "onsen" access - which could potentially be turned into a guest-house in the future.
We re-visit the US army/navy personnel rental business plan - this time speaking with a new investor based in Aomori, and in the market for his first rental property.
We chat with a new client living in Dubai, and in the market for a home away from home, in the world's biggest metropolis.
Long chat with a pair of young US military staffers, in the early stages of setting up their Japan real estate property business.
We review the new national legislation due in 2022, which will affect unit owners in co-owned buildings aged 40 years and beyond.
We continue our chat with Daphne Thomson, global investor taking her first steps in Japan's real estate property market.
A chat with a seasoned global investor, taking her first steps in Japan's real estate property market.
We talk to a new client from Canada, in the process of examining his long-term purchase and portfolio structuring options (cash/financed, units/buildings, locations etc).
While the pandemic HAS created a vibrant buyers' market in Japan, there are also head-winds involved, for some investors more than others. In this episode, we review the downside and disadvantages of the current situation, and list potential workarounds and solutions.
We speak with a new client about all things related to investing in small residential and mixed purpose buildings in Japan's major cities - prices, deal samples, financing, taxes, corporate VS individual ownership, and much more.
Builder, designer, impromptu architect and now proclaimed gluten-free baker, Anne Kohtz, joins us for a conversation about all things wood, vernacular and uniquely Japanese.
We re-visit the financing options available for foreigners residing in or out of Japan, from Japanese and international lenders.
We review some of the common mistakes foreign buyers often make when working with property professionals in Japan for the very first time.
The current COVID-19 outbreak can be a blessing in disguise for investors - with heavily discounted property deals now available nation-wide. In this episode we review a few of these gems in Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka and some satellite cities.
We take a call from a new client who bought their first Japanese properties on their own - and found out why that's not always the best idea - the hard way. (Spoiler alert - it all ends well though!)
Researcher, public speaker and international property enthusiast Christopher Dillon, author of the best-selling "Landed" series of guides to global real-estate, joins us to talk about the common pitfalls awaiting first-time investors who don't do their leg-work, Japan as a property investment destination, and the challenges of operating in a post-COVID-19 environment of "New Normal".
In this episode, the first of Priti Donnelly's Q&A sessions, she answers some common questions related to rental income, property profiles, and how to invest during the COVID-19 epidemic.
A recording of our latest free webinar - we review the purchase process, explain how to conduct due diligence, analyse plenty of investment deals, and of course answer plenty of questions.
We sit down for a nice long chat with a couple of our favourite clients, who tell us about their personal investment journey, lay out their strategy, and explain why it's important to listen to your intuition - even if it means waking up in the middle of the night to check your phone...
Business call with a US client, about to become an absentee landlord for the very first time, who's wondering what kind of property to start off with, what are the advantages of using buyers' agents VS working directly with local property professionals - and other standard first-time questions.
Shai Greenberg, senior VP at "Genkai Capital" & adjunct professor in charge of Temple University's real-estate investment curriculum in Tokyo, returns to the show to tell us about the previous year's most notable mega-commercial deals in Japan, as well as to discuss the current effect of the COVID-19 epidemic on the market.
We take a call from new clients, in the market for their first property purchase, who are wondering how to use their budget most efficiently.
Your host, Ziv Nakajima-Magen, interviewed on the "SBJ" podcast - all about NTI's origins, business model, history and future plans - including current market conditions and fundamentals.
While we all wait for the COVID19 crisis to be over, we shouldn't ignore the opportunity to capitalise on the unique advantages it offers for the savvy investor. In this episode we explore current market conditions, and the benefits they offer.
We sit down for a long, informative chat with financial journalist and analyst Daniel Gallucci - until recently with the Financial Times Confidential Research Unit, a long-time resident of Thailand, and Japan enthusiast - to talk about the macro-economic, high-end viewpoint of the Asia-Pacific region, and the vast differences between Japan and the rest of its neighbours in this regard - and, of course - all things real-estate property related.
(Our new theme music is by the talented Kevin Hartnell, of Overlook Hotel Records!)
A fun interview on "My Worst Investment Ever" PodCast - we talk about mistakes, why and how we make them, and things to look out for when investing in other countries generally and Asia specifically, for the very first time.
A recording of the final Q&A and deal analysis section of our first webinar (March 7-8, 2020) - make sure to have the deal analysis spreadsheet from this episode's show notes open in front of you when listening to the deal analysis section.
Recording of a business call with a new client on the lookout for an affordable holiday home or pre-built house in rural - but not too rural - Japan.
A compilation of the last 12 months' most popular episodes on NTI's "Japan Real Estate PodCast"
Recording of business call with new client, interested in purchasing, renovating and living in an old abandoned Japanese home - as well as potentially turning it into a guest house.
An interview given to Bryan & Patricia Pore, of the "Leaving California" PodCast - all about living, working and buying real estate property in the land of the rising sun.
Our sales & marketing manager, Priti Donnelly, comes back on the show to share her annual 2019 Japan property market summary report, including common trends, statistics, challenges and - most importantly - projections for the current year - from our own experience & research, as well as from other various industry leaders and experts.
Highlights from two property tours with visiting clients - we look at older, cheaper condo unit cash cows, as well as vacant land plots that are currently being used as parking lots, but have huge development potential.
We categorise potential Japanese residential tenant profiles by property type, and lay out the unique characteristics & challenges that landlords are regularly faced with, when dealing with each and every one of these profiles.
Following up on our last episode, we review 2 very different sub-leasing deals in two of Japan's top property investment destinations, highlight the purchase criteria, review the numbers, advantages and dis-advantages of both.
We review the advantages and dis-advantages of sub-lease arrangements with short term stay operators - why and when you may want to do it, what to look out for, and how to plan for the future.
We re-visit two of our most popular real-estate property deals - both of which have just gone back on the market again!
We speak to a first time investor from Singapore, who is about to take her first steps in Japan's real-estate property investment market - discussing various investment strategies and purchase criteria, and how they all tie together into a concrete investment business plan.
Recording of a call with a new client from Australia who is considering purchasing a ski property - buying land with or without a standalone house, holiday villa in a ski resort or standard residential apartment in a nearby city, with or without parking, etc.
Alex Toyoda is general manager of the sales department at "Plaza Homes" - Japan's largest and longest operating rental agency for foreigners, which has been serving the larger Tokyo area for over 50(!!!) years. He joins us to talk about Tokyo's rental market over the years, Japanese attitudes towards foreigners, and the effects of "Abenomics" on Japan's property market.
Having reviewed the deal basics & financials, it was now time to visit the site and conduct market research on behalf of our investors. In this episode we review the research results and brainstorm some potential business plans.
Recording of a conversation with Australian investors attempting to purchase cheap houses in Osaka, Japan
The first part of a property investment tour in Fukuoka city, Japan - brand new, designer-style residential block.
Realtors, property managers, lawyers, building management companies, renovation & repair professionals, accountants and tax authorities - where to find them, who to pick, and how to work with them?
We break down the numbers, decision making and thought processes behind a beach-side holiday property deal that also generates monthly rental income when not used by the owner.
A recording of a business call with a first-time buyer to Japan's real-estate property market, who is seeking to purchase a holiday property which can also be used to generate income from monthly rentals when not used.
A recording of a conference call with potential buyer & resort operator - Q&A, brain-storming ideas for boosting income & reducing expenses, on and off season.
We present a sample of a real gem - an under-priced 26 room hotel/traditional Japanese inn near the ski slopes in Niigata prefecture.
This episode is a video recording from our seminar at "Charlie Rose", Akasaka, Tokyo, held in July, 2019. We cover all basics such as macro economics, unique aspects of the Japanese REI market, locations, pricing, challenges & due diligence, as well as various income hacks such as furnished/serviced homes, share/guest houses, dormitories & other alternative assets.
We take a call from a first time investor who is weighing the pros and cons of investing in J-REITs VS being a landlord.
Conversation with Mr Hiroshi Shimizu, an immigration lawyer, who breaks down the types, criteria and options available to real-estate property investors, who want to utilise their property business for the purposes of obtaining a Japanese residency visa.
A conversation with Ben Shearon, founder and main contributor for the super-popular blog "Retire Japan" - the main English language source for all things related to personal financial management for those among us living in Japan, or anywhere else in the world - everything you always wanted to know about retirement, dreams and how to achieve financial freedom.
Yes, bad tenants exist everywhere, Japan included - and sometimes bad things just happen. In this episode we talk worst cases, their effects on investment portfolios, and how to handle them if and when they do occur.
How to import or export products and services to or from Japan? What common setbacks do companies and individuals face when they first try to penetrate the Japanese market, and what kind of traps do the Japanese face when trying to export overseas? We find out in this interview with founder and principal of "Asian Market Makers", Ms Kirsty Wilkinson
We drill down into the two types of investor loans available to resident & non-resident foreigners in Japan - interest rates, locations, LTV ratio, re-payment periods, and more.
With standard long term leases in central big city locations lower on yields, and with Airbnb and other short term leases becoming more and more difficult to navigate as a landlord in Japan, mid-term leases - or "monthly mansion" renting, as it's known here - hit the perfect sweet spot between high income and hassle-free management.
This has been a long time coming - we explore the newly minted Japan real-estate property investment mortgage loan offers, now available for resident and non-resident foreigners.
This PodCast's episodes have now been downloaded or streamed more than 10,000 times - which is a great landmark for us, and an excellent excuse to put together this compilation of YOUR favourite episodes by download numbers. Enjoy!
We take a question from a US based listener, who wants to know how to best utilise his savings and invest them in Japan real estate property?
This episode is a recording of a 45 minute call with a new client from Canada, a first time investor in Japan's real-estate property market. We discuss affordability, compare long term leases with monthly rentals and short term ("minpaku") leasing, yields and returns, market fundamentals, running expenses, and much, much more.
Dreaming about buying and managing a guest-house in one of Japan's cities, countryside resorts or onsen towns? Here's how to make it work.
We review the numbers, advantages, dis-advantages and reasons behind choosing to invest in a small apartment building in Fukuoka city, Japan.
A super-fun interview with Tom Legge, originally from the UK, whose humorous blog, The "Osaka House Project" documents and details the processes involved in deciding to, researching and finally building your own dream home in Japan.
We take a question from Parikshat, a Malaysian podcast listener, who asks about investment hot-spots in Japan which strike a balance between yield and growth potential - and also discuss financing options for Japan real-estate property.
Once again we talk to our favorite Japan expert, Duncan Bartlett, of the "Japan Story" blog, which focuses on Japan's image in the media, about past and present gender relations - both in romantic and workplace relationships, as well as in TV, film, domestic and international news coverage.
On this episode we speak with Kevin Elliott, co-founder and president of "JPI - Japan Property Investments" - a unique and innovative platform, enabling investors to purchase shares in Japanese real estate property, from as little as $800, and with a minimum guaranteed return of 3% and upwards.
What types of things require attendance during a tenancy, and what's needed before a new tenant moves in? How much does it all cost? We answer all of these questions and more in this episode.
One of the top concerns of first time overseas real estate property investors or would-be investors are fluctuating exchange rates. In this episode we teach you three simple rules and best practices that you should adopt in order to not only avoid losing money on these volatile swings, but to actually profit significantly from them.
In this episode we review the numbers, selection criteria, due diligence and reasons for recommending and facilitating a residential home real estate investment property in Sapporo city, one of Japan's biggest, and it's fourth most popular tourist destination.
As we do every year towards the end of January, in this episode we will review trends, data and statistics from major industry players in the market for 2018, and try to identify profitable investment strategies for 2019, based on trends, preferences and economy indicators.
REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) are excellent investment vehicles offering flexibility, liquidity, hands-off management and a diverse exposure at low capital outlays. In this episode we examine Japan's contributions to this highly popular market sector.
We return to check up on Hong-Kong based Odyssey Capital Group, and their Japan boutique hospitality fund - now in full motion, and with an amazing selection of beautiful properties already in their portfolio. Dan Vovil, co-founder and president of Odyssey, joins us again for this conversation.
In this episode we talk about diversity & hedging, why this concept is crucial for successful & profitable investment portfolios, and how to apply it to our Japanese real estate property investments.
In this holiday themed episode we discuss how we, as investors, can use our funds to make a difference and support the world around us - including a deal analysis of an exciting new project that helps rehabilitate ex-cons, while also generating great returns for investors in the process.
Our very own sales & marketing manager, Priti Donnelly, joins us from Canada, and share the questions, concerns and common misconceptions that first-time investors in Japan's real estate property market most often have.
Vacancies are part and parcel of any property investments, but are a painful hassle, and come with attached expenses and a loss of income - which is why they should be minimized whenever possible. In this episode we examine the various methods in which we can tackle extended vacancies in Japan, and what these entail.
We interview Shai Greenberg, VP of Genkai Capital, who deals with institutional investors and some of Japan's biggest commercial real-estate property investment deals, to get his views on current market trends, structuring big deals and financing them, as well as the road-map for coming years, in light of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
One of the most burning issues for investors in Japan's property market is the lack of financing options for their property purchases. In this episode, we explain the problem, and propose a solution - which YOU can be a part of, and profit from.
It is often said that, to sell in Japan, one must familiarize one's self with "The Japanese Way" of doing business - but according to Dr Greg Story, who has been living and working here for over 30 years, things are changing - and there may be more similarities than differences, at least as far as sales and business communication goes. Join us for this fascinating interview with one of the country's top leadership, business communications and sales training masters.
If you're a ski or other winter sports enthusiast, you may have been wondering how much it costs to own your own Japanese holiday home on or near the slopes - this episode explains the costs, procedures and due diligence involved in these types of purchases.
Former BBC Tokyo correspondent Duncan Bartlett writes a weekly blog on the key issues facing Japan and how they are covered by the international media. In his first appearance on our PodCast he tells us about his career journey, current pursuits, and his take on the business and cultural relationships between China, Japan and other Asian countries.
Japan is one of the world's fastest ageing societies, and many investment property tenants are elderly and frail - they may or may not have living relatives who may or may not be able to assist if anything happens to them. What are your options as a landlord when anything happens to your tenant?
Odyssey capital group is based in Hong-Kong, and is Asia's leading independent alternative asset management firm. Dan Vovil, Odyssey's co-founder and president, speaks to us about his company's unique Japanese projects - from 7th generation Sake breweries to an exciting new boutique hospitality fund - plus, a special offer for our PodCast listeners!
Japanese buildings aged 40 years and over can often last far longer, and keep generating good, reliable profits - however, there's a good reason to avoid, or at least carefully evaluate, these deals - and it may not be what you think...
Jason Ball, an Australian who has been living in Japan for the past 15 years, is the manager and administrator of Japan's biggest English Business Networking Community, with over 55,000 members residing and working both in and out of the country. In this interview, he shares his experience, tips, best practices & common questions and answers - priceless information for anyone who is considering relocating to, finding a job in, or starting a business in Japan.
In this episode, we review a residential real-estate property investment deal in Kumamoto city, one of Japan's best and least known investment destinations. We review the city profile, building renovation history and reserve fund pool status, tenant information and other factors which make or break this deal and others like it.
Japan, similar to most of the Asian continent, is one of the areas estimated to be hit the hardest by global warming and rising sea levels in the next 50-100 years. What does this mean for Japan's economy and property market, and how is the country preparing for the inevitable?
This episode consists of a live recording of a Q&A session held at the end of a short seminar we've recently been invited to speak at, in Brisbane, Australia. We cover things like NTI's services, fee structure, potential financing, recommended investment locations in Japan, and much more.
Owning entire buildings, or parts of buildings, requires ongoing management, inspections, maintenance, renovations - and also negotiations with other owners, if these exist. In this episode we interview Akira Katsuno, managing director of "La Nation" - an asset & parking business management company.
This episode is all about Tokyo, and the affordable real-estate paradox - how can the same city be so cheap, and yet so expensive to buy and rent in, at the same time? As always in Japan, things aren't so simple...
In this episode we review Japan's solar energy sector, its history, present state and potential future - as well as potential strategies to profit from related real-estate property investments.
In this episode we review the history and current state of affairs of the Japanese shared living and working space environments trend - what types of accommodations exist - who is using them - and how can investors profit from them.
Drones, robotic arms, semi-automatic vehicles, innovations in construction, insulation and energy savings - and the "green city" initiative. Join us as we explore the strange and wonderful new ways in which Japan is re-inventing the global real-estate property construction industry.
Japan is the world's 2nd largest retail market, mainly thanks to its highly coveted, mature and luxury-loving consumers, and tourists who can't stop shopping for the life of them. What is the best way for investors to position themselves to profit from this market, and what does the future hold "in store"?
Japan's new short-term stay legislation comes into effect in ten days, and AirBnb have already removed 80% of their Japanese listings as a result. What does the new law mean for landlords, and what can property owners do from now on?
In this episode we review a commercial deal in Fukuoka city, one of Japan's up and coming investment destinations and its startup capital, gateway to south-east Asia - and one of the world's most liveable cities.
A great deal has been said about Japan's economy, it's 25 year long deflationary cycle, recent (uncertain) recovery, and the issues that plague it - but what does this all mean for us as property investors, and how should it affect our decision as to when to invest in the country?
In this episode, we try to analyze the factors that tenants consider when choosing their next rental home, based on their profiles and the property profiles - and present a case study to illustrate what happens when landlords - or their agents - get it wrong.
In this episode, we cover Japan's major metropolitan centers, which are also its most popular investment destinations. We focus on the unique characteristics of each city, its advantages and disadvantages, deal affordability and availability and projected returns.
All about personal guarantors, security deposits, rent insurance & background checks - Japan style.
In this episode we interview Natalie Adams, host and founder of JEMChat - a new and exciting podcast that's all about Japan's equity market. Natalie talks to us about the differences between Japan and other global markets, general strategies and investor trends in its stock exchange arena, the part real-estate plays in investor portfolio allocations - and her own personal journey.
In this episode, another in our deal analysis series, we dig into an investment real estate property deal facilitated for one of our clients - a tenanted studio unit in Kyoto city, Japan.
All about Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe's economic policies, nicknamed "Abenomics"- history, progression and current status.
We've recently taken a Hong-Kong based investor on a 2-day tour of Fukuoka city, one of Japan's top investment hot-spots and the national startup capital - join us as we view three of these properties, in Yakuin, a popular central shopping/dining and residential areas.
In this episode we provide a general run-down on the taxes involved in Japanese real estate property investment by residents and non-residents alike, and provide a framework for analyzing and evaluating potential deals. This episode comes with a free basic deal analysis template, which can be downloaded from - http://nippontradings.com/wp-content/Excel/Japan_Property_Basic_Deal_Analyser.xlsx
In this episode, we're going to discuss rights of ownership to land and structures in Japan, as well as the options available for property investment financing from Japanese banks - for resident and non-resident foreigners.
An interview given to Natalie Adams' "JemChat PodCast", focusing on the equity markets macro perspective on Japan's real-estate property investment market's current status and short-medium term forecasts.
There are discussions about Japan becoming extinct due to declining birth rates. There is also talk that a number of properties have been abandoned in rural areas due to non-occupation as the aged pass away and the young move to Tokyo. Is the government doing something about it before it affects property prices?
Preparedness, early detection, response, insurance coverage & compensation in case of earthquakes, Tsunamis and other natural disasters.
In this episode, we speak with Paul Feinberg, founder and CEO of "Pacific Business KK, Modern Living" - a Tokyo based company which specializes in managing short term leasing properties & guest-houses anywhere in Japan. Paul explains about the past, present and future of the Japanese short term stay market, the differences between guest-houses and serviced apartments, and the AirBnb revolution.
In this episode, the first in our deal analysis series, we're going to review real Japanese real-estate property investment deal facilitated on behalf of one of our clients - the advantages, disadvantages, selection criteria and actual numbers involved.
With 2018 now in full gear, we turn to the world's biggest property professionals, economists and analysts for a summary of Japan's real estate property investment market in 2017 - try to identify major trends and turning points, and draw some conclusions to help us allocate our investment funds more wisely in the year to come.
From property & building management, through insurance policy coverage and communication with local authorities, all the way to accounting & taxes, claims & deductions - this episode will help you put in place the systems you'll need for smooth, successful and profitable management of your Japan real estate property investment portfolio.
In this episode we cover the final stages of a Japan real-estate property investment purchase, including official document review, the purchase contract and special clauses, payment of the deposit, and settlement.
How to apply for, negotiate and conduct due diligence on potential deals - making your offer stand out, getting your foot in the door, requesting, receiving and reviewing property and tenancy information.
The Japanese place great emphasis on the "proper" way to do things - and to maintain and operate a successful real-estate property investment portfolio in Japan you'll need to learn how. This episode covers subjects such as scouting and performing an initial analysis on property listings, making first contact with realtors, proper introductions, allaying fears and concerns, and maintaining the relationships over time.
The first step to successful real estate property investment in Japan is in choosing the right person or company to represent you locally. Depending on your physical location, experience and local language & know-how, you'll want to choose the right type of representation.
In this episode we're going to piece together everything that we've discussed in the podcast so far, and try to use Japan's unique environment to our benefit, in forming a reliable, profitable, minimal risk investment strategy, which will allow us to leverage the country's advantages and dis-advantages to the best of our ability.
In this episode we interview Mr Sadaysu Ito, of Sadywell accounting in Tokyo, to discuss the differences between individual and corporate ownership of investment properties, related taxes, benefits of each ownership structure, and investment finance lending criteria in Japan.
Introduction to the purchase process and procedures involved in a Japanese real estate property investment purchase - what happens, when and how, every step of the way.
A review of Japan's tenants, tenancies, and the legislation, regulations and common practices surrounding them - the difference between residential and commercial tenancies, and the "do"s and "don't"s of leasing out your investment property.
Japan's current economic macro trends and their causes, effects on property prices and returns, and applicable taxes for resident and non-resident foreign investors.
An introduction to Japan, it's economy and people, business and property investment environment, and the pros and cons of investing in the country.