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Ikuno Grand Residence #301
Ikuno-ku, Osaka
2LDK 52m²
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¥95,000 / month
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From renting and buying to bank loans and income investment — we support your home and assets in Japan.
Buying guide
Old house or New house? — Know before you decide
Compare real costs to make the right choice for your situation.
Used house
中古住宅
Lower price, higher potential extra costs
Purchase price~70–80%
Brokerage fee~3% + 60,000¥ + 税
Real estate acquisition tax (one-time)~1.5%
Registration & stamp tax (one-time)~2%
Home inspection fee~0.5%
Renovation costs5–20%
Fire insurance (5 years)~150,000–250,000¥
Estimated total cost
~80% ~ 100% of property value
New house
新築住宅
Higher price, fewer unexpected costs
Purchase price100%
Brokerage fee~3% + 60,000¥ + 税
Real estate acquisition tax (one-time)~1.5%
Registration & stamp tax (one-time)~1.5%
Home inspection fee~0%
Renovation costs~0%
Fire insurance (5 years)~150,000–250,000¥
Estimated total cost
~100% ~ 110% of property value
CriteriaUsed houseNew house
Initial costLower, more accessibleHigher, stable value
Renovation costsMay ariseVirtually none
Tax benefitsFewerMore (if eligible)
RiskDepends on conditionBrand new, peace of mind
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Cost & Tax Breakdown for Buying Property in Japan
Understand every cost item to budget accurately.
🛡️ Transparent — Clear and easy to understand📊 Accurate budgeting — No surprise costs🏠 Peace of mind — Long-term support
Before purchase
One-time upfront costs
Brokerage fee
~3% + 60,000¥ + 税
Real estate acquisition tax (one-time)
~1.5%
Registration & stamp tax (one-time)
~2%
Home inspection fee (optional)
~0.5%
Renovation costs (if used house)
5% ~ 20%
Fire insurance (mandatory)
~150,000 ~ 250,000¥
Total upfront costs
~6% ~ 10% (new) / ~11% ~ 15% (used)
After moving in
Annual costs & taxes
Annual property tax
~1.0% / 年
Annual city planning tax
~0.3% / 年
Annual maintenance & management fee
~50,000 ~ 300,000¥ / 年
Fire insurance renewal (every 5 years)
~150,000 ~ 250,000¥ / 5年
Repair reserve fund
~1% / 年
Total annual costs & taxes
~1.2% ~ 2% of assessed value/year
Budget at least 10% of property value for extra costs
Assessed value (固定資産税評価額) is usually lower than market price
Used houses have higher costs due to repairs and maintenance
Insurance & reserves ensure long-term peace of mind
Mortgage support
Home Loan Support in Japan
Simple process – Optimal rates – Reliable solutions
Wide network
Partnered with major banks
Simple process
Minimal docs, fast approval
Optimal rates
Multiple options for your needs
Dedicated support
A–Z through to disbursement
6 partner banks
5-step process
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Consult
Understand your needs
2
Prepare documents
We help with paperwork
3
Bank review
Application assessment
4
Approval & disbursement
Sign loan agreement
5
Own your home
Dream becomes reality
Foreign resident support
Both Japanese and foreign nationals supported
Multilingual
VI · EN · 中文 · 日本語
Flexible repayment
Multiple plans to fit your income
Diverse property types
Apartments, houses, townhouses, land
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Housing network partners
Connected to Japan's largest housing networks
Trusted connections – Expanded choices – Building lasting homes
New construction
Partnering with Japan's leading housing groups
Frequently asked questions about real estate
Common questions when renting or buying a home in Japan.
Can foreigners rent or buy property in Japan?
Yes. Foreign residents legally living in Japan can rent and buy property even without permanent residency or citizenship. AKI HOME helps you prepare documents and deal with landlords and banks in your own language.
What documents do I need to rent a home?
You typically need a residence card (在留カード), proof of income or an employment contract, and a guarantor or guarantor company. AKI HOME can arrange guarantor support and walk you through each step.
What do the initial costs of renting include?
Initial costs usually include a deposit (shikikin), key money (reikin), an agency fee, insurance and the first month's rent — about 4–6 months of rent in total. We always give you a transparent quote before you sign.
How does AKI HOME help with a housing loan?
AKI HOME works with banks such as SMBC, MUFG, Mizuho and Resona to support mortgage applications. We advise on rates, prepare paperwork and stay with you through to loan disbursement.
Do you offer support in Vietnamese and English?
Yes. Our team advises in Vietnamese, Japanese and English, so language is never a barrier while you rent or buy.
Which areas does AKI HOME cover?
We list properties across Osaka, Kobe and Kyoto — apartments, houses, share houses and commercial units. Contact us for a shortlist that fits your needs.