Tokyo Bay Area Condo Market: Listings Surge, Prices Rise – But How Long Can the Bubble Hold? (April 2025 Report)
The April 2025 data update for the Tokyo Bay Area condominium market reveals a striking contrast: a historic spike in listings, declining transaction volume, and yet record-high prices. This paradox highlights the fragile balance in what is now widely considered a bubble market in central Tokyo.
Once a quiet Hokkaido ski town known only to local enthusiasts, Niseko has transformed into one of Asia’s premier resort investment destinations. World-class powder snow, a thriving international community, and rising tourism demand have propelled its real estate market into global focus.
But as the resort continues to evolve, recent events—including the bankruptcy of a major China-backed development—raise important questions: How sustainable is Niseko’s growth? Can Japan maintain economic openness while protecting national security and social balance?
Discover an exclusive residence in the heart of Tokyo’s bay area.
Park Tower Kachidoki South offers a rare combination of sophisticated urban design, sweeping Tokyo Bay views, and world-class amenities.
This newly completed 2LDK + WIC + SIC residence (2 Bedrooms + Walk-In Closet + Shoes-In Closet) spans 88.17 square meters (approx. 948 sq.ft.) of interior space, complemented by a spacious 18.24 square meter balcony (approx. 196 sq.ft.) and an additional trunk room of 1.42 sqm (approx. 15.3 sq.ft.).
Located on the 38th floor of one of Tokyo’s most prestigious residential towers, this high-floor residence offers an unparalleled waterfront lifestyle for discerning buyers.
Japan’s condominium market continues to attract global investors and foreign residents, thanks to its stability, location appeal, and urban infrastructure. However, one crucial aspect is often underestimated: the monthly ownership costs associated with condominiums.
If you are considering purchasing a condo in Japan, understanding monthly management fees and repair reserve funds is essential for long-term financial planning.
In Japan, condominium owners pay two key recurring charges aside from mortgage payments and property taxes:
Tokyo’s Ultra-Luxury Residential Market in 2025: Rising Demand, Limited Supply, and Future Outlook
Tokyo’s ultra-luxury residential market has quietly emerged as a major global player. In 2025, the city is increasingly drawing the attention of ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) worldwide. A confluence of limited supply, strong demand, economic stability, and cultural prestige is reshaping Tokyo into a preferred destination for wealth preservation and lifestyle investment.
Definition and Price Benchmarks Ultra-luxury residences in Tokyo typically start from JPY 1 billion （U$6.7 million) and command prices of over
JPY 12 million per square meter. Properties such as Aman Residences, Toranomon Hills, and MARQ Omotesando ONE exemplify this prime residential market, with record-breaking sales and rising benchmarks.
Characteristics of Ultra-Luxury Properties Located in Aoyama, Azabu, and Roppongi, these residences offer unmatched security, concierge services, privacy, and architectural excellence.
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Discover Coopers House: A Premium Ski Chalet Investment in Hakuba, Japan’s Rising Resort Star
At Yamamoto Property Advisory, we specialize in connecting international investors with Japan’s most promising real estate opportunities. Today, we’re thrilled to introduce “Coopers House”, a stunning ski chalet in Hakuba, Nagano — a property that combines luxury, practicality, and exceptional investment potential in one of Japan’s fastest-growing resort destinations.
As Tokyo’s property market continues to evolve in 2025, a key question is emerging for both foreign investors and international residents:
“Should I focus on Tokyo’s central wards, or are the suburbs now a smarter bet?”
A fully leased income-producing property in Tokyo with a hotel business license, offering stable cash flow and proximity to major tourist hubs.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a whole building in Tokyo’s historic downtown, Minami-Senju (Taito Ward), fully licensed under Japan’s Hotel Business Act (Ryokan License – Simplified Lodging). Located just 15 minutes by train from Asakusa, this property is ideally positioned to serve inbound tourism demand, while generating immediate income from existing leases.
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8 Street Group and Yamamoto Property Advisory Form Strategic Alliance
Empowering Global Investors Amid Japan’s Booming 2025 Real Estate Market and Streamlining U.S. Investment Opportunities
Bellevue, Washington / Tokyo, Japan – April 2nd 2025
8 Street Group (8SG), a U.S.-based leader in corporate and commercial real estate, has announced a strategic alliance with Tokyo-based Yamamoto Property Advisory (YPA), a boutique firm specializing in luxury residential and investment properties for high-net-worth clients.
One of the central themes in the referenced video is the anticipated increase in vacant properties (akiya) over the next 10 to 20 years. To understand why, it helps to look at Japan’s demographics and family inheritance practices: