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Buying property in Japan is hard
Language Barrier
Listings, contracts, and negotiations are all in Japanese. Even bilingual agents may not explain the nuances.
Hidden Costs
Key money, agent fees, earthquake insurance, repair reserves... the real cost is 6-8% above the sticker price.
Depreciation Trap
Unlike the US, Japanese buildings depreciate. Without data, you can't tell if a property is fairly priced.
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