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8/7/2026 · 12 min read · tips
Real Estate Agencies in Japan: How Much Is the Chūkai Fee, and How Do You Choose a Reliable One?
A detailed guide to real estate agency fees in Japan (3% + 6 man), comparing ryōte and katate, spotting kakoi-komi, and tips for choosing a reputable agency for Vietnamese residents.
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8/7/2026 · 11 min read · tips
Buying Auctioned Homes (keibai) in Japan: 30% Cheaper, but What Are the Risks?
Learn how court-ordered home auctions (keibai) work in Japan, understand the santenset document package, assess the risks posed by holdover occupants, and compare keibai with conventional home purchases as of 2026.
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8/7/2026 · 12 min read · tips
Living in Vietnam and Want to Buy Japanese Real Estate: Can You Buy Remotely, and Through Which Channels?
A guide to buying Japanese real estate remotely from Vietnam, covering legal requirements, notarizing documents, transferring funds, paying taxes, and avoiding fraud risks.
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8/7/2026 · 10 min read · tips
Setting Up Electricity, Water, Gas, and Internet When Moving into a New Home in Japan: How to Register and How Much Does It Cost?
A detailed guide to registering electricity, water, gas, and internet services when moving into a home in Japan. Updated average costs and tips for choosing affordable services as of August 2026.
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8/7/2026 · 13 min read · tips
How to Read Japanese Rental Listings: What Do 1K, 1LDK, Mansion, and Apāto Mean?
A detailed guide to understanding Japanese rental listings: the differences between 1K, 1LDK, Mansion, and Apāto, essential keywords, and tips for finding a home on SUUMO/HOME'S.
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8/7/2026 · 13 min read · tips
Choosing an Earthquake-Safe Home in Japan: How to Read Housing Specifications and Prepare Your Family
A guide to choosing an earthquake-safe home in Japan: how to read taishin standards, choose a mansion floor, secure furnishings, prepare an emergency bag, and get earthquake insurance in 2026.
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8/7/2026 · 13 min read · tips
Flat 35: 35-year fixed-rate loans — can Vietnamese residents without permanent residency use them?
A detailed guide to Flat 35 home loans in Japan: permanent residency requirements, fixed interest rates in 2026, housing standards, and solutions for people without PR.
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8/7/2026 · 13 min read · tips
Comparing Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and Fukuoka Home Prices: Where Is the Best Place to Buy?
A detailed comparison of mansion and detached-home prices, salary-to-home-price ratios in Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and Fukuoka as of August 2026. The best options for Vietnamese people living in Japan.
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8/7/2026 · 12 min read · tips
Tokyo Rent Prices by Area in 2026: Which Neighborhoods Are Affordable Yet Convenient for Commuting?
Updated 2026 rent guide for 1K and 1LDK apartments across Tokyo’s 23 wards. Tips for choosing affordable stations near the Yamanote Line and the right train lines to reduce housing costs for Vietnamese residents.
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8/7/2026 · 12 min read · tips
Commercial Lease Agreements in Japan: Teiki Shakuya and Critical Clauses
Learn about commercial lease agreements in Japan: the difference between teiki shakuya and futsū, the hoshōkin security deposit, shikibiki deductions, and important points about restoring the property to its original condition.
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8/7/2026 · 10 min read · tips
Vietnamese in Fukuoka: Which Area Offers the Best Rental Prices?
A guide for Vietnamese people choosing affordable rental areas in Fukuoka. Compare rental prices in Hakata and Higashi-ku with Tokyo, upfront costs, and tips for getting your application approved more easily.
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8/7/2026 · 11 min read · tips
Vietnamese People in Kobe: Which Areas Are Best for Renting, and What Are the Prices Like?
Explore ideal rental areas for Vietnamese residents in Kobe, including Nagata, Hyogo-ku, and the waterfront; compare rental prices with Osaka and learn useful tips for traveling between Kobe and Osaka.
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Frequently asked
Which region of Japan should I visit first?+
First-timers: Tokyo–Kyoto–Osaka Golden Route for 7 days. Been before? Try Hokkaido in winter or Okinawa in summer — totally different vibes.
Read more →Sakura season — Tokyo or Kyoto?+
Tokyo blooms ~5 days before Kyoto. Safest play: Tokyo in early April, then head south to Kyoto the second week for late bloomers at Arashiyama.
Read more →Best month to visit Hokkaido?+
February for Sapporo Snow Festival + Abashiri drift ice. July for Furano lavender + Biei green fields. Skip May — still cold, low scenery payoff.
Read more →How long should I stay in Osaka?+
2 days is plenty (Dotonbori, USJ, Osaka Castle). Better yet, use Osaka as a base for Kyoto/Nara/Kobe daytrips — hotels ~30% cheaper than Kyoto.
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