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Exterior of a traditional Japanese wooden house in Wazuka, Kyoto — the kind of characterful property that performs well as minpaku accommodation. Photo: Pexels

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Legal & Tax · 13 min read · Audio

Minpaku: The Airbnb-Style Law Changing Japan's Akiya Market

How Japan's 2018 minpaku law — and the 2025-2026 regulatory wave — is reshaping akiya demand, and why location now determines everything for investors.

May 4, 2026

A traditional Japanese room with tatami mats — the kind of authentic setting that draws minpaku guests

Legal & Tax · 7 min read · Audio

Minpaku: Can Your Akiya Become a Profitable Short-Term Rental?

This guide explains Japan's minpaku (private lodging) system, its legal requirements, and how it can turn your renovated akiya into a source of income. Use Akiya Japan's map layers to find them.

March 16, 2026

Yatai street food stalls at night in Tokyo. Photo: Pexels

Legal & Tax · 6 min read · Audio

Japan Digital Nomad Visa vs. Property Ownership: Which Gets You More?

Japan s new digital nomad visa sounds perfect — until you read the fine print. No bank account, no health insurance, no resident pricing. Here is how property ownership changes the equation.

March 14, 2026

Legal & Tax · 13 min read · Audio

Japanese Property Tax for Foreign Owners: What You'll Pay

Japanese property tax for foreign owners is identical to locals. Fixed asset tax, acquisition tax, and registration tax explained with real amounts and examples.

October 20, 2025

Legal & Tax · 12 min read · Audio

Visas, Residency and Property Rights: The Foreign Buyer Legal Toolkit

Japan places no restrictions on foreign property ownership, but visa status, residency, and banking access all matter. Here is what you need to know.

August 15, 2025

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