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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can foreigners buy real estate in Japan? If so what is the procedure involved?

2. Are their any penalties for defaulting on contracts?

3. Is all land in the Niseko area freehold title and does leasehold title exist?

4. What are footprint and floor area ratios for Niseko?

5. How many square metres is a tsubo?

6. What does the solicitor do for the money I am paying?

7. At what rate do buildings depreciate in Japan?

8. What taxes are involved in purchasing Real Estate in Japan?

9. Do I need a tax manager?

10. How much is capital gains tax in Japan?

11. How do I arrange a land survey?

12. What is the Innkeeper's License?

13. What are the costs of building in Japan?

14. Is it easy to build in Niseko?

The questions and answers on this page have been supplied by LJ Hooker Niseko and we thank them greatly for their contribution.

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