When the Contract Isn’t Enough: Japan’s Real Estate Customs You’ve Never Heard Of
Japan’s real estate market is not only shaped by law and economics but also by a set of deeply rooted business […]
The Real Estate Broker Divide: Prestige in the U.S., Suspicion in Japan
In many Western countries, especially the United States, the term “real estate broker” carries an air of prest
Understanding Real Estate Transactions in Japan: Security, Customs, and Hidden Pitfalls
For foreigners considering a real estate transaction in Japan, the process can appear both reassuring and perp
Where Is Tokyo, Really? Navigating the City’s Shifting Boundaries and Identities
Ask ten people what “Tokyo” means, and you may get ten different answers. Some will picture the sleek towers o
Owning the Earth: How Japanese People See Real Estate Differently
For many Japanese people, land is not just a financial asset—it is a legacy, a source of identity, and a quiet
At the Crossroads: Understanding the Current State of Real Estate in Japan
Walking through the streets of central Tokyo, it’s hard to imagine that Japan once suffered the worst real est
Raising Children in Japan: A System Under Strain or a Model in Progress?
Japan’s demographic landscape is shifting rapidly, and nowhere is this more apparent than in its childcare env
Beyond the Word “Hotel”: Understanding Japan’s Diverse Accommodation Options
When planning a trip to Japan, many first-time visitors assume that a “hotel” is a hotel—clean sheets, a front
Senpai, Hierarchy, and Harmony: Japan’s Unwritten Rules of Respect
In Western cultures, hierarchy often takes the form of corporate structure or merit-based seniority. But in Ja
Understanding Settai: The Subtle Power of Japan’s Business Entertainment Culture
In Japan, business success has never depended solely on hard metrics or polished presentations. Beneath the su