News Archive

30+ Of Japan's Best Winter Festivals To Tick Off Your List

Dec 12, 2025

Experiencing a festival is the perfect way to discover a country's culture. Just as well that Japan has over 30 winter festivals alone for you to choose from.

Developments

A Global Hotel Concept Is Coming To Niseko: Here’s Your Chance To Own A Piece

Dec 10, 2025

Now you can nab your own slice of Niseko's booming real estate market for a fraction of the usual price.

Japan

The 14 Best Bars, Pubs And Après Ski Spots In Niseko And Hokkaido

Dec 05, 2025

You can't beat Niseko for an excellent night out, so we've rounded up the best bars, pubs and après ski spots you need to visit in town all year round.

Insights

Japan Property Taxes - A Simple Guide For Sellers

Dec 03, 2025

A simple guide to property taxes in Japan for sellers of property.

Japanese Property Taxes A Simple Guide For Owners

Insights

Japan Property Taxes - A Simple Guide For Owners

Dec 03, 2025

A simple guide to property taxes in Japan for owners of property.

Insights

Japan Property Taxes - A Simple Guide For Buyers

Dec 02, 2025

A simple guide to property taxes in Japan for buyers of property.

Japan

16 Of The Best Restaurants In Niseko In 2026

Dec 02, 2025

So you're in Niseko and you're hungry? From fine dining restaurants to cosy izakayas, here are our top recommendations for the best places to eat in town.

Resort News

This Japanese Ski Resort Is Poised to Become A Worldwide Health And Longevity Hub

Nov 29, 2025

A pioneering global health and longevity hub led by anti-ageing experts where advanced regenerative medicine & wellness programs meet skiing is coming to Japan.

Insights

Japan Proposes Major Shift in Inheritance Tax Valuations for Real Estate

Nov 29, 2025

New inheritance-tax valuation rules in Japan could raise taxable values of real estate, with key implications for international property owners.

Japan

20 Things To Do In Lake Toya, From Soaking In Onsen To Scaling Volcanoes

Nov 28, 2025

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.

Resort News

This Rad Niseko Brand Is Opening A Flagship Store In Hakuba

Nov 26, 2025

Exciting news as local Niseko brand plans to open two flagship stores around the world this winter season.

Japan

The Yen Slides—And Global Investors Gain the Upper Hand

Nov 21, 2025

Weak yen boosts foreign buying power. Investors using USD, GBP or SGD can secure better value and stronger returns in Japan’s real estate market right now.

Featured Listings

Featured Property: Soga Meadows II

Nov 18, 2025

Large Soga land site with Yotei views, services to boundary, easy build terrain and top access to Annupuri & Niseko Village. Perfect for villas or chalets.

Insights

12 Resort Homes For Under $300k USD

Nov 17, 2025

Take a tour of 12 fantastic Japanese resort properties currently priced under $300,000 USD on Uchi.

Japan

20 Of The Best Things To Do In Furano: Snow Season And Beyond

Nov 12, 2025

If you're lucky enough to wash up in Furano, Hokkaido, you're in for a treat. Here are 20 great things to do year-round in this special part of the world.

Resort News

Japan's Legendary Ski Resorts Opening Dates For 2025/26

Nov 10, 2025

From Niseko to Madarao, discover Japan’s premier ski resorts' opening dates this winter 2025/26 season.

Resort News

Congratulations To The 2025 World Ski Award Winners!

Nov 10, 2025

The winners of the 2025 World Ski Awards have been revealed—check out Japan's winners!

Insights

Snow Coast: Where Powder Meets the Sea & AirBnB

Nov 05, 2025

Lovely 3-bed villa near Hakuba & Myoko offers year-round Airbnb income, coastal access, and premium space at a far lower price than in-resort chalets.

Japan

Japanese Culture: The World Of Manga And Anime

Oct 30, 2025

A potted history of manga and anime, the reasons for its enduring worldwide appeal and where to immerse yourself in the culture when you're visiting Japan.