Insights
Independent analysis of Tokyo real estate and housing markets, combining official data with transaction-focused judgement.
Data is useful only when it improves the decision.
MONITORSEPTEMBER 2026
Japan & U.S. Housing and Rate Monitor | September 2026
A comparative reading of housing starts and rates, with implications for Tokyo acquisitions.
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Japan’s Five-Year and 125% Mortgage Rules: What They Do and Do Not Protect
A stable monthly debit can conceal higher interest and a slower decline in the outstanding loan balance.
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Should You Keep or Sell Your Tokyo Home? Compare the Cash Flows
Compare selling now, continuing to live in the property and renting it out on the same timeline.
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Buying a Home in Japan with RSUs and Bonuses: What Mortgage Lenders Need
How to separate lender-recognized income from dependable cash flow when your pay includes bonuses and RSUs.
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Tokyo Condominium Investment: Work Backward from the Exit
Test rental cash flow, repair liabilities, debt repayment and buyer demand before committing to a purchase.
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