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Main image of Japanese words to know when renting a room in Japan | Reikin (Key money)

Japanese words to know when renting a room in Japan | Reikin (Key money)

2023-06-29

Living in Japan often involves encountering unfamiliar business customs. For example, when you search for a rental room, you will find one of tho...

Main image of Rules on real-estate transactions in Japan | Jiko Bukken

Rules on real-estate transactions in Japan | Jiko Bukken

2022-03-31

When looking for a rental property, you need to keep in mind to check and understand the conditions, equipment, and surrounding environment befor...

Main image of Leasing of the non-resident owners in Japan | Master lease and Sublease Agreements

Leasing of the non-resident owners in Japan | Master lease and Sublease Agreements

2021-04-19

In leasing commercial real estate, office or company-housing from a foreign owner (a non-resident owner), the Japanese tax agency requires lessees ...

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Taxation in Japan: Tax applicable to the rent being paid by a company

2021-03-19

Companies that pay rent for their employees or directors (board members) should consider taxation on salaries as it varies depending on how the ren...

Main image of Rental properties in Japan | Paying tax on rent on behalf of a foreign owner

Rental properties in Japan | Paying tax on rent on behalf of a foreign owner

2021-02-19

Recently, more foreign investors possess real estate in Japan. From rental offices to accommodation facilities, stores, and houses, various types o...

Main image of The language barrier you may encounter when finding a rental house/apartment in Japan

The language barrier you may encounter when finding a rental house/apartment in Japan

2020-08-26

Once you start searching for rental rooms online, you will soon notice that English information is much less than it is in Japanese. One reason for...

Main image of Living in Japan: Musician friendly rental houses/apartments

Living in Japan: Musician friendly rental houses/apartments

2020-07-30

Having musical instrument in Tokyo When you play a musical instrument, the piano or guitar at home, take care not to disturb your neighbors. Those ...

Main image of Japanese style houses | Washitsu rooms and room size measurement

Japanese style houses | Washitsu rooms and room size measurement

2020-06-09

What is "J" on the Japanese floor plan. It is the size of a Tatami mat!! Some houses in Japan have rooms called Washitsu 和室, a Japanese-style room ...

Main image of Living with pets in Japan: Things to know about owning a pet

Living with pets in Japan: Things to know about owning a pet

2020-03-27

Pets are considered members of the family. Having a pet means a lot to people, especially those living abroad in unfamiliar places, where pets can ...

Main image of Living in Japan | How to dispose of household waste - Part 2

Living in Japan | How to dispose of household waste - Part 2

2020-01-07

Sorting household waste into four categories; Burnable, Unburnable, Recyclable, and Oversized garbage, is commonly instructed in any areas of Japan...