What I do
Services
Consulting
Services
Complete assistance with the purchasing process
I will assist you through every step—from property search and checking legal restrictions and disaster hazard risks, to contract, registration, and handover. As a holder of Japan’s nationally recognized Takken-shi (Real Estate Transaction Agent) qualification, you can count on me to manage the entire process with expertise. This is our most popular service.
Property Research
I conduct research based on specific criteria or for particular properties. Additionally, I directly contact real estate agencies handling the properties to assist in obtaining property documents and provide translations into various languages.
Property Tour Assistance and Interpretation
Once you have identified a specific property, we assist with inquiries to the real estate agent, support the deposit payment process, and accompany you from Australia as an interpreter for the property inspection. Additionally, we can help arrange accommodation and other necessary arrangements. Enjoy a stress-free property viewing trip with our support.
Contract Review Service
on 100% buyer’s side
Real estate sales contracts in Japan are highly complex, and even native Japanese speakers often struggle to fully understand them. As a certified Real Estate Transaction Specialist, I will carefully review the contract to ensure every detail is clear. I am not a seller—I am 100% on the buyer’s side. My goal is to help you avoid unfavourable contract terms and support you throughout the process.
Hazard Map and Stigmatised Property Investigation Service
We provide a service that researches and compiles reports based on hazard maps issued by local municipalities. Additionally, we conduct investigations to help ensure that you avoid purchasing properties with a history of incidents such as suicides or homicides.
Home Maintenance Support
Maintenance requirements vary between urban areas and snowy regions. In snowy regions, even a small mistake can lead to burst pipes, making the property uninhabitable.
We assist in ensuring reliable maintenance using the most efficient and cost-effective methods.
Airbnb Maintenance Support
In Japan, short-term rentals (Minpaku) are regulated by law. The standard limit for rental operations is 180 days per year, but in certain government-designated areas, special zone Minpaku regulations allow for more flexible rental terms.
We not only research and support your property purchase before you buy, but we also offer comprehensive consultation on cleaning, management, and operations after your purchase. Feel free to reach out for full support.
Real Estate Registration Support (Title registration)
I introduce trusted lawyers who specialise in real estate and corporate registration. Additionally, I act as an intermediary between you and the lawyer, ensuring that all your questions are answered while assisting you throughout the registration process.
New Home Construction Support
If you want to purchase vacant land and build a new home in Japan, I provide support by acting as an intermediary between you and Japanese construction companies or builders who do not speak English.
Renovation Support
If you want to purchase a second-hand property in Japan and renovate it but face language barriers or struggle to find a renovation style that matches your vision, I provide support from researching renovation offices to arranging meetings and assisting with discussions.
Land Purchase Support
I provide support for purchasing land in Japan. Japanese land is categorized by zoning regulations, such as designated land use zones, urbanization areas, and urbanization control areas, some of which may have restrictions on construction. I conduct thorough research in advance to ensure the land meets your specific needs.
Verification of the seller’s or company’s existence
Are you absolutely certain that the account you are about to send the purchase funds to belongs to the actual landowner? And is the real estate agency you are dealing with a legitimate and registered company? I offer a verification service where I confirm the identity of the seller and the landowner and provide a report.This includes checking the registration status of the real estate agency, as well as verifying whether the name on the title registration matches the name on the bank account.If you require 99.9% certainty, I recommend using our on-site verification service.
Property on-site verification service
On your behalf, I will personally visit the site to verify whether the property truly exists and whether the real estate agency is legitimate and trustworthy.
Instead of relying on a random local contact, I will carry out the on-site inspection myself and provide you with a detailed report — saving you time and ensuring peace of mind.
Contract representation service
In Japan, some real estate agencies have internal policies that make it difficult for foreign buyers to purchase property. In such cases, I can act as your representative and personally visit the site to confirm the property, handle the contract, registration, and final settlement on your behalf. As a representative with specialised legal knowledge in Japanese real estate, I can support you throughout the process, allowing you to purchase with peace of mind.
Of course, I can also accompany you in person if you prefer to be present.
Company setup in Japan
I can assist you with setting up a company in Japan in cooperation with legal professionals who specialise in company formation and real estate title registration. By setting up a company in Japan, even non-residents of Japan without a visa can enjoy a variety of benefits. In addition, tax matters can be handled by a licensed Japanese tax accountant.
Please feel free to contact me for more details.
Vehicle Purchase Service
Why not purchase a cost-effective vehicle in Japan, such as a kei car?
Of course, it is also possible to purchase any other type of vehicle, not just kei cars.
Please note, however, that this service is primarily intended for high-net-worth individuals with business experience in Australia.
Tax return service
When you establish a company, tax processing will naturally be required.
I can assist you with your Japanese tax return through a licensed tax accountant registered in Japan.
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