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Yamamotos The Savvy Foreign Investor’s Guide to Japanese Properties
The full title of Toshihiko Yamamoto’s book about real estate in Japan is The Savvy Foreign Investor’s Guide to Japanese Properties: How to Expertly Buy, Manage and Sell Real Estate in Japan. We were interested to read more about what Yamamoto had to say about investing in property in Japan. We read his book, we […]
Tax Accountants for Expats
Many of our clients that rent or buy real estate in Hokkaido are expats living in Sapporo or other Hokkaido cities. As a service to all expats living in Japan, we have prepared this list of companies from several countries that specialize in tax preparation for expatriates. For foreigners living in Japan, you may already […]
Hakodate Apartment Rent
As part of our series on Hakodate real estate, we present our research on the types of apartments in Hakodate, and the average rent for an apartment in Hakodate. Hakodate is the third largest city in Hokkaido. The population of Hakodate as of 2023 is 243,942 people. Hakodate is a relatively large city, and there […]
Hakodate Housing Costs
Working as real estate consultants here in Hokkaido, we have some requests from clients that want to buy a house in Hakodate. In this post we will focus on the average price for a detached home in Hakodate, as well as some estimates for the average cost for a Hakodate condominium. Hakodate is the third […]
Hakodate Land Prices
As our clients consider buying property in Hakodate, we sometimes receive requests for data about Hakodate land prices. In this post we will talk about the average cost of land in Hakodate, and provide some comparisons to the price of land in Sapporo, Otaru, and Niseko. How much is land in Hakodate? The average price […]
Foreigners Living in Hakodate, Hokkaido
As part of our research on Hakodate real estate, we present some data on the estimated numbers of foreigners living in Hakodate, as well as the percentage of foreign born population in Hakodate from each country. Hakodate is the third largest city in Hokkaido. As of 2023 estimates, the total population of Hakodate is 243,942. […]
Hakodate Population Statistics (2023)
In support of our research on real estate in Hakodate, we provide some reporting and data on the topic of Hakodate population statistics. In the post below, we will provide details on Hakodate population trends, and comparisons to some other major cities in Hokkaido. We’ll also provide some details about the population of foreigners living […]
Sapporo Land Prices
As part of our series on real estate in Sapporo, we present some data about land prices in Sapporo, based on property appraisals by Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transportation and Tourism: The average price for land in Sapporo for 2022 was ¥102,200 per m2 In 2022, the price of land in Sapporo increased 15.0% […]
Landed Japan, by Christopher Dillon
As part of our series on the best books about real estate in Japan, we are happy to present our review of Landed Japan (2018), by Christopher Dillon. We know from our research on the population of Sapporo, that the total number of foreigners living and buying real estate in Hokkaido is increasing. There is […]
Japanese Real Estate Books
As a service to our clients, to students, and to professionals interested in Japanese real estate, we present our research on the best books about real estate in Japan. These books focus on Japan rather than any particular region, but wherever possible we have included details about Hokkaido real estate, as well as references to […]
Foreigners in Sapporo, by Country
In our series of original reports on real estate in Sapporo we share some basic population statistics for Sapporo (and foreigners living in Sapporo), and in this post we supply some data about which countries have the largest populations of foreigners living in Sapporo. Sapporo is a proper Japanese city. In this post we will […]
Foreigners Living in Sapporo, Hokkaido
As part of our research on Sapporo real estate, we present some data on the estimated numbers of foreigners living in Sapporo, as well as the percentage of foreign born population in Sapporo from each country. Sapporo is a big city (the fifth largest city in Japan), but unlike Tokyo, it does not have a […]
Sapporo Population Statistics (2023)
In support of our research on real estate in Sapporo, we provide some reporting and Sapporo population statistics. Below we’ll provide additional details on Sapporo population trends, some comparisons to other major cities, and more. We’ll also provide some details about the population of foreigners living in Sapporo. Sapporo is the largest city in Hokkaido, […]
Sapporo Houses for Sale
In our role as real estate consultants at Find Hokkaido Agents, we receive a lot of requests from clients that want to buy a house in Sapporo. Sapporo, Japan is a beautiful city and a fantastic place to live. The natural beauty of Hokkaido, combined with the low cost of living, makes Sapporo a very […]
Niseko Housing Costs
While it may be the “smallest big city” in all of Hokkaido, the Niseko region is an area that generates a lot of regional excitement. As we work with clients that want to rent or buy property across Hokkaido, we receive many requests about property in Niseko. In our profile on the story of Niseko, […]
Niseko Land Prices
As we work with clients that are interested in buying property in Niseko, we have receive many requests about Niseko land prices. Visitors come to Niseko on vacation, enjoy the snow and the natural environment, and often begin thinking about buying a house in Niseko, or make plans to buy Niseko land for development (immediately, […]
Niseko Apartment Rental Prices
As part of our series of reports on Niseko real estate, we present some data on average rent prices for apartments in Niseko. Niseko is the name for a region of Japan that includes several cities; a small city one that is actually called Niseko Town, the largest town in the area is Kutchan (and […]
Foreigners in Niseko, by Country
As part of our reporting on real estate in Niseko and foreigners living in Niseko, we supply some data about which countries have the largest populations of foreigners living in Niseko. As we say in our other posts about the Niseko local economy and the various population of Niseko statistics, what locals and visitors call […]
Foreigners Living in Niseko, Hokkaido
As part of our research on Niseko real estate, we present some data on the estimated numbers of foreigners in Niseko, as well as the percentage of foreign born population from each country. As we say in our more detailed reports on The Niseko Story and the population of Niseko, what people call “Niseko” varies […]
Niseko Population Statistics (2022), Hokkaido
As part of our series of reports on real estate in Niseko, Hokkaido, we bring you some relevant Niseko population statistics. Below we’ll provide trends about the population of Niseko (and Kutchan town), and also show the relative size of Niseko, with local comparisons to the population of Sapporo or the population of Otaru. We […]
The Niseko Story
As we develop our series of reports on real estate in Niseko, we can share a local perspective on what we call “the Niseko Story.” Niseko is a very special part of Hokkaido, a place of extraordinary natural beauty and potential. It is not the largest or most vibrant city in Hokkaido, but it may […]
T&N International Nagatomo Law
As part of our series on the best immigration lawyers in Sapporo, we present this professional profile for T&N International Nagatomo Law Professional Corporation. T&N International Nagatomo Law is a full service legal firm that offers a range of services, primarily regarding international matters. As part of their suite of services, they provide support of […]
Otaru Apartment Rent
As part of our series on Otaru real estate, we present our research on Otaru apartments and the average rent for an apartment in Otaru. While the population of Otaru is not that large, we get a lot of requests to rent or buy property in Otaru. When you’re ready to look at some specific […]
Otaru Housing Costs
How much does it cost to buy a house in in Otaru? Working as real estate consultants here in Hokkaido, we get a lot of requests for property in Otaru. And while there are Otaru apartments for rent, the typical request we hear for the area is to buy a house in Otaru. We have […]
2022 Otaru, Hokkaido Population (by Year)
As part of our series on real estate in Hokkaido, we present some population statistics for Otaru, Hokkaido. Otaru is a seaside city, with a canal that historically served shipping and business interests. Until the early 1900s, Otaru was a significant business and financial center, with substantial trading with the US and European countries. There […]
Apartment Guarantor Fees
As part of our series on Renting an Apartment in Sapporo, we will share what you need to know about an apartment guarantor company in Sapporo. When you’re renting an apartment in Japan, it is common that the owner of the property will want a “guarantee” that the rent will be paid (in the United […]
Single Family House in Sapporo
Sapporo has a full range of housing options. Our in-house research shows that while many people live in apartments, almost 50% of renters and buyers choose single-family homes or detached homes in Sapporo. While all the places in which we live are considered housing, “a detached house” in Sapporo is typically a building that “stands […]
Renting An Apartment in Sapporo
In this post we share some ideas to help you prepare to rent an apartment in Sapporo. Below we’ll review the basic process for renting, the typical costs to move-in, what documents are needed to sign a contract, and other details you may need as you search for Sapporo apartments for rent. While renting an […]
Rent an Apartment in Sapporo: Move in Fees
As part of our series on renting an apartment in Sapporo, here is a breakdown on the various fees and move-in costs associated with signing a contract to rent a Sapporo apartment. — Move-In Costs Include Both the Rent and Some Fees — Average Cost to Rent An Apartment in Sapporo — Specific Fees and […]
Hokkaido International Schools
For some families moving to Hokkaido, sending children to an English-speaking school may be part of transitioning to life in Japan. There is basically one international school in Hokkaido, and a few other options for English-language education. In this post we will share some information on English-language K-12 schooling in Hokkaido. Public school in Hokkaido […]
Japanese Real Estate Acquisition Tax
As part of our series on taxes in Japan, here we focus on Japanese real estate taxes in particular, and in this case, on the real estate acquisition tax (不動産取得税) in Japan. As you buy real estate in Hokkaido, there will be a few taxes associated with taking ownership of property. There are ongoing taxes […]
Sapporo Tax Offices
Taxes are important and can be complicated. There can be specific concerns when you’re buying real estate in Sapporo as a foreigner. When you are unsure or need help, there are resources and local tax offices in Sapporo that may help you to understand the Japanese income tax system and answer questions about real estate […]
Sapporo Furnished Apartments
For anyone coming to Sapporo for an extended stay, finding a place to live can be an important priority. It’s a big city and there are a full range of possibilities to consider in terms of Sapporo housing options. For many people with the intent to stay for a long time (or a lifetime), buying […]
Lawyers for Foreigners in Hokkaido
There are two national services in Japan that might help foreigners find a lawyer in Hokkaido. These are services that can help those that don’t speak Japanese find answers to legal questions in Japan. Both services offer some help in English and other languages. The two services are: Japan Legal Support Center Japan Federation of […]
Find a Lawyer in Hokkaido
For business and other needs, foreigners and expats commonly need the services of a lawyer in Hokkaido. In fact, for foreigners trying to buy property or to extend their stay in Japan, a local Hokkaido attorney often provide services that are an essential part of a successful plan. In this post, we’ll describe some of […]
Find a Real Estate Agent in Sapporo
Sapporo is the fifth largest city in Japan, and the largest city in Hokkaido. The vast majority of the population of Hokkaido is located in Sapporo, and that is where the majority of the real estate is located as well. When you’re ready to find a real estate agent in Sapporo, you’ll have many choices. […]
Buying Property in Hokkaido as a Foreigner
There are many reasons why expats and foreigners want to buy property in Hokkaido. Sapporo, in particular, is a major city (5th largest in Japan), with excellent quality of life, and a reasonable cost of living. Hokkaido offers extensive opportunities to experience nature from world class skiing in Niseko in the winter, hundreds of miles […]
Find Real Estate Agents in Hokkaido
As you consider buying property in Hokkaido, one of the most important steps is finding a local Hokkaido real estate agent that represents your interests and has the experience to help you make a smart purchase. This can be even more of a challenge (and even more vital) if you’re buying property in Japan as […]
A Guide to Buying a House in Hokkaido
Buying a house is an exciting time and can be one of the biggest and most important decisions of your life. Japan is very friendly to foreign ownership of property. And while the process can be similar to what you may know from other countries, understanding the procedure for how to buy a home in […]
Sapporo Wards: Minami-Ku Housing Costs
As part of our series of posts on real estate data for Sapporo’s wards, this post will provide the average rental price and the cost to buy a house in Minami-ku, Sapporo, in the prefecture of Hokkaido, Japan. Ward: Minami-ku City: Sapporo, Japan Studio (1R) Apartment: ¥28,276 1K/1DK: ¥34,582 1LDK/2DK: ¥45,928 2LDK/3DK: ¥54,489 3LDK+: ¥65,000 […]
Sapporo Wards: Kiyota-Ku Housing Costs
As part of our series of posts on real estate data for Sapporo’s wards, this post will provide the average rental price and the cost to buy a house in Kiyota-ku, Sapporo, in the prefecture of Hokkaido, Japan. Ward: Kiyota-ku City: Sapporo, Japan Studio (1R) Apartment: ¥26.250 1DK: ¥33,359 1LDK/2DK: ¥43,452 2LDK/3DK: ¥53,896 3LDK+: ¥71,662 […]
Sapporo Wards: Teine-Ku Housing Costs
As part of our series of posts on real estate data for Sapporo’s wards, this post will provide the average rental price and the cost to buy a house in Teine-ku, Sapporo, in the prefecture of Hokkaido, Japan. Ward: Teine-ku City: Sapporo, Japan Studio (1R) Apartment: ¥29,254 1DK: ¥36,448 1LDK/2DK: ¥46,118 2LDK/3DK: ¥56,804 3LDK+: ¥69,959 […]
Sapporo Wards: Atsubetsu-Ku Housing Costs
As part of our series of posts on real estate data for Sapporo’s wards, this post will provide the average rental price and the cost to buy a house in Atsubetsu-ku, Sapporo, in the prefecture of Hokkaido, Japan. Ward: Atsubetsu-ku City: Sapporo, Japan Studio (1R) Apartment: ¥33,286 1DK: ¥39,011 1LDK/2DK: ¥36,448 2LDK/3DK: ¥63,166 3LDK+: ¥75,359 […]
Sapporo Wards: Nishi-Ku Housing Costs
As part of our series of posts on real estate data for Sapporo’s wards, this post will provide the average rental price and the cost to buy a house in Nishi-ku, Sapporo, in the prefecture of Hokkaido, Japan. Ward: Nishi-ku City: Sapporo, Japan Studio (1R) Apartment: ¥31,230 1DK: ¥36,804 1LDK/2DK: ¥49,147 2LDK/3DK: ¥62,015 3LDK+: ¥76,669 […]
Sapporo Wards: Toyohira-Ku Housing Costs
As part of our series of posts on real estate data for Sapporo’s wards, this post will provide the average rental price and the cost to buy a house in Toyohira-ku, Sapporo, in the prefecture of Hokkaido, Japan. Ward: Toyohira-ku City: Sapporo, Japan Studio (1R) Apartment: ¥29,270 1DK: ¥35,750 1LDK/2DK: ¥48,584 2LDK/3DK: ¥64,256 3LDK+: ¥78,651 […]
Sapporo Wards: Shiroishi-Ku Housing Costs
As part of our series of posts on real estate data for Sapporo’s wards, this post will provide the average rental price and the cost to buy a house in Shiroishi-ku, Sapporo, in the prefecture of Hokkaido, Japan. Ward: Shiroishi-ku City: Sapporo, Japan Studio (1R) Apartment: ¥28,293 1DK: ¥34,175 1LDK/2DK: ¥48,170 2LDK/3DK: ¥62,216 3LDK+: ¥75,843 […]
Sapporo Wards: Higashi-Ku Housing Costs
As part of our series of posts on real estate data for Sapporo’s wards, this post will provide the average rental price and the cost to buy a house in Higashi-ku, Sapporo, in the prefecture of Hokkaido, Japan. Ward: Higashi-ku City: Sapporo, Japan Studio (1R) Apartment: ¥28,509 1DK: ¥34,481 1LDK/2DK: ¥49,241 2LDK/3DK: ¥61,912 3LDK+: ¥74,031 […]
Sapporo Wards: Chuo-Ku Housing Costs
As part of our series of posts on real estate data for Sapporo’s wards, this post will provide the average rental price and the cost to buy a house in Chuo-ku, Sapporo, in the prefecture of Hokkaido, Japan. Ward: Chuo-ku City: Sapporo, Japan Studio (1R) Apartment: ¥35,080 1DK: ¥39,978 1LDK/2DK: ¥54,091 2LDK/3DK: ¥78,388 3LDK+: ¥114,442 […]
Sapporo Wards: Kita-Ku Housing Costs
As part of our series of posts on real estate data for Sapporo’s wards, this post will provide the average rental price and the cost to buy a house in Kita-ku, Sapporo, in the prefecture of Hokkaido, Japan. Ward: Kita-ku City: Sapporo, Japan Studio (1R) Apartment: ¥32,177 1DK: ¥36,910 1LDK/2DK: ¥51,477 2LDK/3DK: ¥62,784 3LDK+: ¥74,157 […]
Housing Costs in Sapporo
How much does it cost to buy a house in in Sapporo? That is a common question for new arrivals and for those that are getting ready to buy a home in Sapporo. Housing prices in Sapporo, of course, cover a full range from bargains to relatively expensive property. We can provide some sample housing […]
Average Rent Prices for Sapporo
“How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sapporo?” This is a common question. First, we can give you a range of prices to help you rent an apartment in Sapporo. As you are ready for more specific information, we can introduce you to local agents that will help you with your personal […]
Sapporo Wards Real Estate Data
The city of Sapporo, Japan is divided into areas called “wards.” You can think of Sapporo Wards as something close to “neighborhoods.” Each ward can be further divided into specific neighborhoods, but as a general way of talking about real estate, understanding the wards will help you to buy or sell Sapporo real estate or […]
Sapporo Wards by Population
Below we present a list of the population of each ward in Sapporo Japan (2020 data). Sapporo is a large city. Whether you’re looking at Sapporo houses for sale or to rent an apartment in Sapporo, some basic data can help you to begin to understand the city and the difference between the various wards. […]
Sapporo Apartments for Rent
At FindHokkaidoAgents, we use our local real estate knowledge to help you find apartments in Sapporo. We can quickly introduce you to pre-screened real estate agents from our network to help you to choose from several excellent Sapporo apartments for rent. Our service is free. It’s easy. Let’s get started. To begin, we ask some […]
REINS is the MLS Service for Japan
Visitors to Find Hokkaido Agents come to learn more about how to buy Hokkaido property or about renting an apartment in Hokkaido. As part of that process, our visitors often ask: How can I view available properties online here in Hokkaido? Does Hokkaido have a multiple listing service that shows available properties online? We can […]
