Due-diligence

Hazard Maps Explained: Flood, Landslide & Liquefaction

Hazard Maps and Property Risks in Japan | What Buyers Need to Know Hazard Maps and Property Risks in Japan: What Buyers Need to Know Japan’s natural environment includes earthquakes, seasonal typhoons, and the potential for localized flooding or landslides. But these risks don’t mean you should avoid buying property altogether—they mean you should buy with knowledge and balance. What...

Judicial Scrivener Japan: Role in Property and Investment

Property Registration, Company Setup, Visa Support – and Can You DIY? Buying property in Japan involves more than signing a contract and paying the seller. Ownership only becomes official when it is registered with the Legal Affairs Bureau (法務局 / hōmu-kyoku). This is where judicial scriveners (司法書士 / shihō shoshi) play an essential role. What Does a Judicial Scrivener Do? A...