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f you’re a foreign resident or non-Japanese national looking to own property in Japan, here’s a key change you need to know:
The Japanese government is moving forward with limiting the acquisition of land by foreign nationals, meaning that the option to buy a house + lot may no longer be fully available in certain cases — instead, you may only be able to lease the land.
By Nov.4,2025 the senate hearing will start for foreigners limitation of acquiring land.On different news articles the target implementation of restrictions is starting from April 2026
NEWS article: https://www.jiji.com/jc/article?k=2025103100396&g=pol
Why this matters:
• This shift signifies a tightening of the rules around foreign ownership of real estate in Japan — especially for land rights.
• For anyone planning to purchase a house on your own lot, this may affect your ability to secure full ownership in the future.
• If you already planned for acquisition, you may need to review your strategy and consider alternatives (e.g., long-term lease, joint ownership with a Japanese partner, or investment under different structure).
What you should do:
1. Check your eligibility — residency status, type of property, land vs building ownership all matter.
2. Seek advisory support — as an independent real estate agent, I can help you navigate the updated landscape for foreign nationals.
3. Act sooner rather than later — if you were planning a purchase, time may matter before any new rules are fully implemented.
If you’d like a consultation on how this development affects you, your status and investment strategy, send me a message and we can schedule a discussion.
Disclaimer: This post is for general information only and does not constitute legal or financial advice.
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