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Initial costs vary depending on the price of the property, loan terms, and other expenses, but as a general guideline, 8-15% of the property price is required.
In order to generate stable income, it is important to choose an area with high rental demand and a property whose value is unlikely to decline in the long term.In addition, when using financing from financial institutions in Japan, buildings built before 1981 and based on old earthquake resistance standards are not eligible for financing.In addition to the legal compliance of the building, attention should also be paid to the age of the building and whether or not environmentally hazardous substances are used.
We will support all procedures from property selection to contract signing and handover.
Of course, we undertakes everything from planning to construction of remodeling and renovation projects.
Yes, we can provide additions and renovations to existing properties.
As an Osaka-based company, we see particularly strong and stable demand across Osaka and the Kansai region. Tokyo, Osaka, and other major metropolitan areas remain popular, but recently even regional cities have been attracting attention.Recently, we have received many inquiries from Kumamoto and Hokkaido due to the attraction of semiconductor factories.
We will provide you with detailed information necessary for your investment, including the property's price, location, floor plan, rate of return, and surrounding environment.
Tax calculations vary depending on the type of investment property and how it is managed.For buildings, it is possible to record expenses without cash outflow through depreciation, but the depreciation method differs depending on the structure and age of the building, so please consult with us.Specific calculation methods and tax-saving measures can also be discussed.
Yes, we also provide support from pricing to contract and delivery at the time of sale.
Yes. Foreigners can buy and own property in Japan with no restrictions, regardless of nationality, visa status, or country of residence. You receive full freehold ownership of both the building and the land, with the same legal rights and tax treatment as Japanese nationals, and the property can be inherited by your children. You do not need to live in Japan or visit Japan to complete a purchase.
No. Purchasing real estate in Japan does not grant any residency status or visa. Japan has no "investment migration" program based on property ownership. Property ownership and residency are entirely separate matters. If you are interested in living in Japan, a Business Manager visa involving genuine business operations is one possible route, and we can explain how property investment may fit into that picture honestly and realistically — we will never tell you that simply buying a property leads to a visa. (See our VISA support page for details.)
Yes. Most of our clients own and operate Japanese property entirely from overseas. OM Estate is a licensed property management company, so acquisition, renovation (through our affiliated construction company), tenant management, and reporting are handled under one roof. Our team communicates in English, Chinese, and Japanese, and rental proceeds are remitted to your overseas account on an agreed schedule.
Osaka is Japan's second-largest metropolitan economy and the center of the Kansai region. It combines a lower entry price than central Tokyo with stable rental demand from a large urban population, ongoing tourism growth, and long-term infrastructure projects such as the integrated resort development on Yumeshima. As an Osaka-based company, we support investors across Osaka, Kyoto, and the wider Kansai area with on-the-ground knowledge of each district.
Osaka City's Special Zone Minpaku program, which allowed year-round short-term rental, stopped accepting new applications on May 29, 2026. New licenses of this type can no longer be obtained. The remaining route into this market is acquiring an existing licensed operating company — an M&A-style transaction requiring careful legal and operational due diligence, which we can coordinate. Standard minpaku licenses (with an annual cap on operating days) and hotel/ryokan licensing remain possible in some areas, subject to local regulations that change frequently.
Financing for non-residents is possible but limited. Options depend on your residency status, income sources, and the property itself. OM Estate works with the Japan offices of several Taiwanese financial institutions, and we can introduce you to lenders and support your application — including document preparation and communication in Japanese. Some Japanese and international banks offer products for overseas buyers, seller financing is occasionally negotiable, and establishing a Japanese company can open corporate lending routes. Many overseas investors also purchase in cash using leverage arranged in their home country. Approval and terms are determined solely by each lender's own assessment. We can outline realistic options for your situation. (See our BANK LOAN page for details.)
Core documents typically include a valid passport, proof of address in your home country, a notarized signature certificate (used in place of a Japanese registered seal), and — if purchasing remotely — a power of attorney for a representative in Japan. Requirements vary by transaction and municipality, and certified translations may be needed. We prepare a personalized checklist for each client and coordinate directly with the judicial scrivener handling registration.
No. Our team is bilingual and trilingual, working across English, Chinese, and Japanese. Contracts and legally required disclosure documents are in Japanese, but we explain every key term in your language before you sign, and we coordinate directly with tax accountants and judicial scriveners on your behalf — you never need to manage Japanese-speaking specialists yourself.
Non-resident owners are generally subject to Japanese income tax on rental income, often collected partly through withholding, and an annual tax return in Japan is typically required. Deductible items such as depreciation, management fees, and repairs can meaningfully reduce taxable income, and tax treaties between Japan and your home country may affect the overall picture. Tax rules change and every situation differs — we coordinate with experienced Japanese tax accountants on your behalf rather than leaving you to find one alone.
