Japan Market Snapshot (Oct 2026): Prime residential property in Tokyo & Osaka trades at a median of ¥1.85M/㎡ (typical unit price ¥118M, +7.9% YoY), with median rents at ¥340,000/mo and gross rental yields of 3.9%. Acquisition taxes follow 3–4% Tax · MLIT, and mortgage financing reaches up to 90% LTV for residents and 65% LTV for eligible foreign buyers (Mortgage Calculator · Stamp Duty Calculator).

Median / ㎡¥1.85M/㎡+7.9% YoY

Median Sale Price¥118M320,000+ MLIT Records

Median Rent & Yield¥340,000/mo (3.9%)Gross Yield

Duty & Max LTV3–4% Tax · MLITUp to 90% LTV

Area / Precinct (Tokyo & Osaka)	Median / ㎡	Median Rent	Gross Yield	12M YoY
Minato-ku	¥2.45M	¥460,000	3.6%	+9.8%
Shibuya-ku	¥2.18M	¥410,000	3.7%	+8.9%
Osaka Kita	¥1.24M	¥245,000	4.4%	+7.2%

Frequently Asked Questions — Buying & Renting in Japan

What is the median property price and rental yield in Japan?

According to official open data benchmarks on Property.co, the prime median price in Japan (Tokyo & Osaka) is ¥1.85M/㎡ (median sale price ¥118M, +7.9% YoY), with a median monthly rent of ¥340,000/mo and gross rental yield averaging 3.9%.

Can foreigners buy residential property in Japan?

Japan places no nationality or residency restrictions on buying freehold land or condominiums (Mansions / マンション), with identical acquisition and registration tax rates for foreign and domestic buyers.

What are the mortgage LTV limits and stamp duty rates in Japan?

Japan permanent residents qualify for low floating rates (~0.5%–1.0% p.a., up to 90%–100% LTV and 35% repayment ratio), while non-resident buyers typically borrow at 60%–70% LTV. Statutory transfer/stamp duty in Japan follows 3–4% Tax · MLIT (MLIT & Japanese Commercial Bank Guidelines). Local residents qualify for up to 90% LTV and non-residents up to 65% LTV.

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