Meet Unix Home: A Multilingual Perspective on Japanese Real Estate
Oct 19, 2026
Meet Unix Home, a multilingual Japanese real estate agency specialising in Tokyo, Niseko, investment property and development land for international buyers.
News Archive
Nara's Shosoin Exhibition Opens For Seventeen Days
Oct 19, 2026
Nara's 78th Shosoin Exhibition runs from 24 October to 9 November 2026, with timed tickets and rarely displayed imperial treasures.
Aruku-zaka Plan Shifts Towards Private Villas as Niseko Construction Costs Rise
Oct 17, 2026
Aruku-zaka’s revised Niseko plan proposes private-villa plots, a smaller plaza and phased hotel development as rising construction costs reshape the project.
10 Best Hakone Restaurants You Need To Try
Oct 16, 2026
Eat your way around Hakone’s 10 best restaurants, from an ancient teahouse to a gelateria-wine bar. Find where to eat amid hot springs and Mt. Fuji views.
Hyatt Centric Sapporo Opens Beside The Red Brick Office
Oct 16, 2026
Hyatt Centric Sapporo has opened with 216 rooms beside the Red Brick Office, linking Odori Park with JR Sapporo Station in central Hokkaido.
Niseko Lift Upgrades Add Capacity At Village And Hirafu
Oct 14, 2026
Niseko Village's first Mori-no Gondola stage and Grand Hirafu's four-seat Ace #3 lift are planned to add capacity for winter 2026/27.
Supreme Class Brings Private Cabins To The Tokaido Shinkansen
Oct 12, 2026
JR Central’s new Supreme Class adds private cabins to selected Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen services between Tokyo and Hakata.
10 Standout Properties For Sale In Hirafu, Niseko For Under ¥90M JPY / $600K USD
Oct 09, 2026
What can you get in the centre of Niseko for under ¥90M? Get on the ladder in one of Japan’s most sought-after locations for under $600k USD.
8 Authentic Kyoto Properties For Sale Right Now On Uchi
Oct 09, 2026
A mix of old world charm and modern influences, here are 8 great properties currently for sale in Japan's first capital, Kyoto.
Hoshinoya Asuka Sets July 2027 Opening In World Heritage Village
Oct 09, 2026
Hoshinoya Asuka is planned to open on 22 July 2027 with 35 detached suites in Nara’s newly listed World Heritage landscape.
8 Irresistible Myoko Kogen Real Estate Picks To Own Before The Rush
Oct 07, 2026
Thanks to increasing interest in the area, there's never been a better time to invest in Myoko Kogen. Here are 8 great suggestions to kick start your search.
20 Things To Do In Lake Toya, From Soaking In Onsen To Scaling Volcanoes
Oct 07, 2026
If you're lucky enough to have landed in Lake Toya, there's plenty happening around the lake to keep you occupied in this gorgeous slice of Hokkaido.
Hoshino Resorts Adds Multilingual Support To Children’s Ski Lessons
Oct 07, 2026
Hoshino Resorts adds multilingual support and video feedback to children’s ski lessons at Tomamu, Yatsugatake and Nekoma for winter 2026/27.
From ‘When It Snows’ To Opening Day: Japan’s Ski Resorts Invest In Certainty
Oct 05, 2026
Karuizawa and Hakuba Goryu are investing in artificial snow to fix early-season opening dates, giving travellers and resort businesses greater certainty.
The North Resort Plans A 2027 Opening Near New Chitose Airport
Oct 05, 2026
The North Resort plans a 24-room Tsuruga hotel and activity centre near New Chitose Airport, with an opening targeted for September 2027.
Featured Property: Snow Coast
Oct 04, 2026
Live between the sea and the slopes. Snow Coast House blends surf, ski, and serenity in a one-of-a-kind, fully furnished coastal retreat. ¥66 million.
IHG Brings Noted Collection To Japan With Shinjuku And Ginza Hotels
Oct 03, 2026
IHG will launch Noted Collection in Japan with a 207-room Shinjuku hotel in 2027 and an 81-room new-build property in Ginza in 2029.
Michelin Keys 2026 Highlight Outstanding Stays Across Japan
Oct 03, 2026
Explore Japan’s 2026 Michelin Key hotels, from Niseko and Nagano to Hakone, Mount Fuji and Okinawa, and discover the appeal of its resort destinations.
10 Of The Best Restaurants In Sapporo
Oct 02, 2026
Sapporo is a foodie's dream, here are 10 must-try restaurants to check out while you're in town.
9 Outstanding Properties To Make Your Own In Furano, Whatever Your Budget
Oct 02, 2026
From budget condos to luxury ski-ins, could Furano be the perfect place for you?
Capella-Branded Niseko Development Misses Key Construction Deadline
Oct 01, 2026
Niseko Hanazono Village has missed a key September deadline, meaning its current Capella-branded hotel plan cannot proceed under existing transitional rules.
Takayama Prepares For Its October Festival Of Floats And Lanterns
Oct 01, 2026
Takayama’s autumn festival is planned for 9–10 October 2026, with ten floats, karakuri performances and a Friday evening lantern procession.
Japan’s Population Decline: What Property Buyers Should Know
Oct 01, 2026
apan’s 2025 census shows population decline alongside household growth. What do the figures mean for property buyers in Niseko, Sapporo and beyond?
Kawaba Plans A New Terrain Park And Village Lodge For Winter
Sep 30, 2026
Kawaba plans a new terrain park, expanded freeride areas and a village lodge for winter 2026/27, with practical changes for visitors to Gunma.
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