News Archive

Kutchan Greenlights Large Housing Project for Foreign Workers

Oct 17, 2025

Kutchan approves a 1,200-person foreign worker housing project by Nisade Services, despite public opposition and concerns over farmland conversion.

Insights

Japan Weighs New Rules On Foreign Real Estate Ownership—What You Need To Know

Oct 17, 2025

Japan is studying Canada, Germany, South Korea and Taiwan to revise foreign property ownership laws, with new rules expected as early as March 2026.

Videos

Ski Chalets For The Price Of A Bitcoin (…ish)

Oct 15, 2025

Can you buy a ski chalet in Japan for 1 Bitcoin? We compare three real properties in Niseko and beyond—from slopeside pads to hot spring homes.

Videos

Niseko vs Hakuba: Japan’s Alpine Heavyweights Go Head To Head

Oct 14, 2025

Niseko vs Hakuba: snowfall, lift pass costs, travel times, property prices and entry-level homes compared. Which resort comes out on top?

Japan

20 Of The Best Things To Do In Niseko On And Off The Slopes

Oct 09, 2025

20 of the best things to do year-round in Niseko.

Japan

14 Of The Best Things To Do In Rusutsu All Year Round

Oct 09, 2025

Discover the best things to do in Rusutsu all year round.

Japan

It’s Your Last Chance To Vote For The World Ski Awards 2025

Oct 01, 2025

Cast your vote in this year’s World Ski Awards and discover Japan’s top ski resorts, hotel, chalets, and boutique stays.

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Videos

What Does 1 Billion Yen Buy You In Japan’s Mountains?

Sep 25, 2025

Discover what ¥1 billion buys in Niseko: from a six-star onsen villa to a penthouse with Mt. Yotei views and a discreet forest retreat.

Japan

5 Of The Best Day Trips To Take In Hokkaido Outside Of Winter

Sep 21, 2025

Discover the charm of Hokkaido’s resort towns beyond skiing. Explore autumn foliage, fine dining, and year-round living in Japan.

Featured Listings

Featured Property: Snow Coast

Sep 19, 2025

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.

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Japan

Top 5 Resort Towns in Japan To Witness The First Snow of 2025

Sep 18, 2025

Discover Japan’s early-snow towns and the rising real estate opportunities in Japan’s winter wonderland.

Videos

I am Snow Coast: Where Snow Meets Sea

Sep 17, 2025

Snow Coast: part of Uchi’s “I am…” series. A Niigata retreat of snow and sea, three bedrooms, concrete and timber design, for a life less ordinary.

Japan

Where To See Japan’s Best Autumn Leaves In 2025

Sep 15, 2025

Discover Japan’s 2025 autumn foliage forecast from Hokkaido to Kyushu.

Insights

5 Reasons Why You Need To Visit Japan's Resort Towns This September: An Investor's Guide

Sep 07, 2025

Discover why September is the best time to visit Japan’s resort towns—mild weather, fewer crowds, adventures to be had, and real estate investment potential.

Featured Listings

Featured Property: Higashiyama Views Estate

Sep 04, 2025

25,000+ sqm of flat land with panoramic mountain views in Higashiyama, Niseko. Ideal for hotel, condo, or luxury home development. Rare and ready to build.

Featured Listings

Dan and Andy Solo: The Aussie Visionaries Behind Madarao’s Snowball Japan

Aug 31, 2025

Aussie brothers Dan & Andy Solo revitalized Madarao with Snowball Chalet, Snowman Apartments & Shiki—blending community, design & ski lifestyle.

Japan

Rusutsu in Summer: Lifestyle Living

Aug 28, 2025

Unveil Rusutsu’s hidden gems of summer adventures and real estate opportunities.

Resort News

The Chedi to Make Japan Debut in Niseko Hirafu, Opening June 2029

Aug 27, 2025

The Chedi will debut in Japan with a luxury hotel in Niseko Hirafu, opening June 2029, featuring 30 suites, spa with onsen, and fine dining.

Japan

Petition to Protect Niseko Town’s Vital Water Source

Aug 27, 2025

Niseko Town defends Mount Yotei’s protected water source, vital to 80% of residents, against legal dispute to ensure clean water and sustainable growth.