Japan Business & Real-Estate News

Turning Your Dream Countryside Home into a Reality

November 23, 2021 04:05 - 11 minutes - 9.05 MB

From dream to reality - restoring abandoned properties; generating an income from investment properties; the benefits of resort-serviced properties

Impacts of the Prolonged Pandemic, Autonomous Driving in Rural Japan

October 05, 2021 04:35 - 6 minutes - 5.41 MB

In this podcast I focus on impacts of the now prolonged covid-19. And, good news for seniors with advancements of autonomous driving.

Journey of a First-Time Buyer

September 11, 2021 00:10 - 17 minutes - 14.2 MB

First-time buyers will not want to miss this podcast. I will take you on a journey of a first time buyer. I take you on an anecdotal journey of purchasing a property in the Japanese real estate market from the exploratory phase to purchase, and the steps and questions in between.

Stigma of Deaths in Properties, Game-changer for the Nursing Care Lossmaker, Purchasing Properties in Smaller Townships

August 27, 2021 04:35 - 7 minutes - 6.08 MB

Focusing on the stigma of deaths in properties, a potential game-changer for the nursing care lossmaker, and a tip on how to safely purchase properties with higher yield in smaller townships.

The Post-Olympic Market, Moving into the Hydrogen Era, and more on the Much Anticipated Integrated Casino Resorts

August 17, 2021 02:50 - 8 minutes - 6.97 MB

The market post-Olympics, moving into the Hydrogen era, and preparing for the announcement of the winning bids for the much anticipated integrated casino resorts.

Pandemic Shifts and the Effects on Japanese Real Estate and Lifestyle

July 29, 2021 20:55 - 7 minutes - 5.98 MB

You might think that with Covid19 and between people keen on running away from major urban centres to get away from crowds, and Japan’s aging demographics, the residential property market would take a hit. No so. Learn more about the growing interest of investors, multifamily properties, and changing Japan’s rigid work culture.

Top 4 Reasons why Japan's Property Market Remains Resilient

July 13, 2021 03:40 - 8 minutes - 7.05 MB

In this episode, the top 4 reasons why the Japanese property market remains resilient, but why the retail market is trailing behind, and…because of the continued interest, and more on abandoned homes.

The Appeal of Japan's Abandoned Countryside Homes Beyond Dilapidation

June 20, 2021 23:15 - 1 hour - 52.7 MB

Insightful interview with Matt Ketchum, co-founder of “Akiya & Inaka” a Japanese company specializing in helping foreigners purchase abandoned or semi-abandoned homes in Japan.

New Directions, New Opportunities in the Japanese Real Estate Market

June 14, 2021 00:30 - 6 minutes - 5.6 MB

In this podcast, opportunities to watch for in this current climate in the real estate sector, more specifically, the impact of the Olympic Games, the direction of J-REITS, the logistics sector, and the survey says…. Tokyo still holds the limelight!

Japan Properties - 1 Year after Covid-19

May 24, 2021 17:55 - 8 minutes - 6.85 MB

It has been more than a year since COVID-19 transformed the world, forcing changes in lifestyle, imposing restrictions across businesses -- without warning, without bias. In the investment world, the priority became “flight to safety,” which has historically always favored the land of the rising sun. Japan has not disappointed. The resilient market did not topple in stability, but instead shifted to a different, more comfortable position.

Japan's Efforts to increase Visitors, Birth Rate, and a New Kind of Tourism

May 05, 2021 23:30 - 11 minutes - 9.59 MB

Ibaraki moves up the ladder of attractive prefectures; Japan has plans to boost its falling birth rate; and what exactly is micro-tourism and will it work?

Japan's Attempts to Increase Visitors, Birth Rate, and Thinks Up a New Kind of Tourism

May 05, 2021 23:30 - 11 minutes - 9.59 MB

Ibaraki moves up the ladder of attractive prefectures; Japan has plans to boost its falling birth rate; and what exactly is micro-tourism and will it work?

Rare Investment Opportunities as Japan Goes Carbon Neutral, and More on Taxes

April 16, 2021 19:20 - 7 minutes - 5.79 MB

Companies are offloading properties as they assess the feasibility of retrofitting/rebuilding in light of the carbon neutral policies. And, you asked us whether it is better to purchase as an individual or under a corporate name.

The Direction of Fukushima / You Asked Us About Taxes

April 04, 2021 02:30 - 7 minutes - 6.49 MB

A decade since Japan's nuclear meltdown in Fukushima, what is the direction for the city? And, answers to your questions about the impact of taxes on foreign investments.

Logistics Facilities Sprout Up as Online Shopping Shifts from Convenience to Necessity

March 11, 2021 03:50 - 10 minutes - 8.3 MB

This podcast is dedicated to logistics facilities market because of the demand for warehousing space due to the rapid growth of e-commerce and online shopping.

Toyota’s Woven City, Tokyo Apartments Reach Record Highs, and Is the Honeymoon with Japan’s Office Towers Over?

March 01, 2021 17:55 - 6 minutes - 5.39 MB

Increased demand for Tokyo apartment buildings, Shizuoka becomes home to Toyota's robotics testing ground and vacant space in Tokyo's office buildings opens opportunities for investors

Opportunities in Japan's Slippery Slope Ski Industry and Offloading Older Properties

February 12, 2021 22:35 - 6 minutes - 5.48 MB

Times are Tough. Legislation suggests it may be time to offload older properties and the pandemic’s slippery slope gives rise to distressed property opportunities in the ski industry.

Market Volatility, Economic Turmoil and the Need for Portfolio Diversification

February 04, 2021 14:20 - 5 minutes - 4.85 MB

The U.S. dollar retreated from its highest level since mid-November against the Japanese yen as investors rebalanced portfolios for month-end; markets on edge; a dispute over COVID-19 vaccine supply in Europe cooled risk appetite.

2020 Year End Review and What's in Store for 2021

January 26, 2021 03:30 - 18 minutes - 15.2 MB

While the pandemic rocked the global real estate market, the Asia-Pacific region, more specifically Japan, became an eye-opener for investors as the effects on the region were quite subdued.

Japan Innovation!

January 09, 2021 04:25 - 6 minutes - 5.01 MB

Rescue hotels, an ambitious push for green technology, and a bullish office market.

Japan Gets Ahead of the Game in Logistics and Diversifies the Workforce

December 28, 2020 18:00 - 7 minutes - 6.06 MB

Resilience in the logistics market; momentum to boost female executives; and millennium old businesses offer advice for survival during the pandemic

2020 Paves the Way for Progress in Japan

December 17, 2020 22:15 - 4 minutes - 4.14 MB

Tokyo tops the list for innovation and start-up capital for foreigners; Fukuoka set to house the largest warehouse space in Kyushu; Airbnb lists teleworking offices and houses away from urban areas.

Tokyo in the Limelight

December 08, 2020 20:15 - 5 minutes - 4.66 MB

Tokyo's rapidly expanding data center hub; the race to become a global financial hub; the Ni-Chome gay district unites to survive the pandemic

Opportunities, Possibilities, and Determination in Japan Business and Properties

November 26, 2020 19:15 - 4 minutes - 3.95 MB

Japan's untapped military property market; hotels/casinos and moving toward becoming Asia's second largest gambling market; next steps for Tokyo's cautious Olympics

Top 3 Reasons Investors Turn to Japan's Safe Haven

November 17, 2020 22:55 - 4 minutes - 3.89 MB

During times of political and economic uncertainties, markets can become volatile and cause panic. At such times investors look for “safe-haven” alternatives. Here are the top 3 reasons why Investors turn to Japan’s safe haven -

Traditional Japan Adapts to Changes Brought on by the Pandemic

November 10, 2020 21:45 - 5 minutes - 4.91 MB

Breaking the moonlighting taboo, affordable 'subscription based co-living' for teleworkers, health insurance coverage for fertility treatments, and revitalizing plans for decaying rural regions.

Japan Cities to Watch for with Potential Growth

November 02, 2020 03:57 - 7 minutes - 6.24 MB

From revitalizing initiatives, the need for more data centres, and upcoming casinos, in this podcast I share with you the potential areas to keep an eye on!

Keeping Warm Japanese Style, Business Travel, and Demon Slayer Sizzles at the Box Office

October 28, 2020 20:29 - 6 minutes - 4.99 MB

In this episode - Keeping homes warm with cozy "kotatsu" Easing restrictions for business travellers Demon Slayer: Mugen Train box office blitz

Japan Attempts to Establish Global Standards for Co-existing Robots

September 24, 2020 21:24 - 6 minutes - 5.91 MB

Coronavirus outbreak put the spotlight on the weaknesses and vulnerabilities in the global human workforce, the risk to front-line workers, and the need for automation to reduce contact between humans to prevent the spread of the virus. So the question is, “Are you ready to co-exist with robots?”