Buying property in Japan: from a shortlist to contract and handover
Ziyou Real Estate · Updated
The broad sequence is consultation, introductions, viewing and application, important-matters explanation and contract, then balance payment and handover. Prepare questions for each stage.
Consultation and introductions
Share your intended use, budget, area and timing. Note why a candidate fits and which facts remain unconfirmed.
Viewing and application
View a candidate and discuss a purchase application if you wish to proceed. Ask how to communicate your proposed price, timing and conditions.
Explanation and contract
After agreeing purchase conditions, receive an important-matters explanation from a licensed real-estate transaction specialist before the sale contract. Prepare questions about unfamiliar terms and documents.
Balance payment and handover
The process then moves to balance payment and handover. Confirm documents, payment preparation and appointments with your transaction desk.
Preparing from overseas
Discuss your preferred explanation language, document review and travel plans early. Confirm the actual arrangements for your transaction.
Sources and further reading
A general orientation guide. Confirm the conditions and required steps for your transaction with the responsible desk and current documents.
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