This time we asked questions to Ayano Ishikura-san. She is a licensed real estate broker (宅地建物取引士 “Takken-shi”). There’s technical and practical information here that we believe will help you save money on your next move. How can I reduce apartment costs? The monthly rent is usually the hardest thing to negotiate; the biggest room for savings is in the initial costs. You can...
Whether you’re renting your first apartment or buying a home in Japan, navigating the legal side of the process can feel overwhelming — especially when everything is in Japanese and involves unfamiliar paperwork. That’s why working with the right professionals is just as important as finding the right property. In this post, we’ll introduce two key experts who play essential roles in...
In this edition, we feature an interview conducted by Isaac Correa from Amazing Realty with his boss, Edo Wataru, about the real estate world. The result was an honest, practical conversation full of useful information that we’d like to share with you today. Why is the first month of rent so expensive? In many cases, you have to pay a security deposit ("敷金 - shikikin") and a non-refundable...
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