Knowledge for the
considered owner
White papers, guides, market analysis, and courses — everything we have learned about property ownership in Japan, shared freely.
The Foreigner's Guide to Building a Hospitality Business in Japan
Everything an international buyer needs to know — legal, financial, and practical — to purchase, renovate, and operate property in Japan with confidence.
- The legal framework for foreign and non-resident ownership
- How to evaluate a property before you commit
- Renovation costs, timelines, and what to expect
- Minpaku licensing and short-term rental compliance
- Rental yield benchmarks by prefecture
- Tax, inheritance, and long-term planning considerations
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Articles, guides & videos
Practical knowledge for every stage of ownership, written by our team on the ground in Japan.
Online courses for owners
Structured, self-paced courses covering every stage of Japanese property ownership — from your first viewing to running a fully booked hospitality business.
Buying Your First Property in Japan
A complete walkthrough from search to closing, designed for international buyers.
In development
Renovating a Machiya
Herage-compliant restoration from structural work to finishing details.
In development
Launching a Hospitality Business
Licensing, platform setup, operations, and your first guests.
In development
Managing from Abroad
Running a Japanese property remotely without the stress.
In development
Begin your journey in Japan
Book a free consultation with a StayMohr advisor and discover what ownership in Japan could look like for you.