How to Separate Garbage in Japan

Introduction If you’re living in or thinking about moving to Japan, there’s one thing you absolutely need to get right– your garbage. Garbage disposal can be quite a confusing system for anyone new to the country, but it is a…

Why are Real Estate Prices in Tokyo Rising

Article written by Yoshiaki Maekawa Reasons for the Price Increases in Tokyo Real Estate Property prices in central Tokyo—specifically the 23 special wards—have been rising continuously in recent years. The commonly cited factors behind this increase include low interest rates…

Keys Within Reach

Mr. LAND’s expertise in securing financing for a home in Japan By Angelyn Labadan (read the original article by Metropolis here) Owning a home in Japan is a dream within reach, but without the right financing from Japanese banks, that dream…

Tokyo — Where Edo Culture Still Lives

Article written by Yoshiaki Maekawa When people from abroad visit Japan, some of the most common things they’re interested in are anime, Japanese cuisine, shrines and temples, historic architecture, and bushidō (the way of the samurai). The city of Tokyo…

Your Path to Homeownership in Japan

First steps and expert advice from Mr.Land By Angelyn Labadan (read the original article by Metropolis here) Embarking on the path to homeownership in Japan can be a daunting leap, particularly for foreign buyers trying to navigate unfamiliar steps alone. Given…