Category: Japan Real Estate

Dreaming of Living in Japan? A Practical Guide to Buying a House in Kyoto

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Foreigners can freely buy Kyoto houses—no citizenship needed. Machiya (¥60-90M), modern detached (¥30-60M), or rural kominka (¥10-20M). Gion/Higashiyama offer tourism rental potential; Sakyo/Uji suit families. 25-40% appreciation since 2020, bilingual agents handle Japanese contracts, Bank of Japan notification required post-purchase.