Historically weak yen and relaxation of border restrictions make this an ideal time to invest in Japanese real estate

It seems like there really is light at the end of the tunnel with multiple reports that Japan is looking to waive visa requirements in the near future, finally opening up to tourism after nearly 3 years.

Apart from the massive pent-up demand for travel to Japan, the Japanese yen is historically weak at the moment, meaning that not only is your next ski trip to the powder capital of the world looking like a bargain but also that it is a great time to consider buying Japanese resort real estate.

Chris Pickering, CEO of Uchi, comments: “Despite some of the most strict border controls during the pandemic, interest in real estate in Japan’s top resorts has remained and now that tourism is about to return with a bang, it really is a great time to invest.

“With the US dollar hitting 144 yen this week (compared to 110 in March), getting in now is a unique opportunity, before the snow resorts fill up with excited skiers and investors. It’s also the perfect time for owners who wish to sell to list their property and we can help them do that – check out uchijapan.com/listing-your-property for more information.”

Uchi has 600 properties from all over Japan and Chris has picked 5 crackers at very attractive price points for you to check out!

1. Kawamotoya in Nozawa Onsen

Price: from $210,000 USD

Kawamotoya – Level 3 One Bedroom Apartment. View more images

Chris: this project is unique in that it offers investors an opportunity to get into Nozawa Onsen, a beautiful and historic hot spring town in Nagano just 2 hours north of Tokyo by bullet train. We’re glad to have already introduced two buyers to this funky newly-opened hotel and look forward to finding more soon!

2. Wanaka House in Niseko

Price: $410,000 USD

Wanaka House, Niseko. View more images

Chris: this cute 2 bedroom house is ready for moving into immediately. A proper family home located within 5 minutes of the world-famous Niseko United resort and all the best restaurants in Niseko-Hirafu, it also boasts excellent views of Mount Yotei

3. Koya Home in Hakuba

Price: $210,000 USD

Chris: this is a holiday rental cabin just 3 minutes from Hakuba 47’s lifts. It comfortably sleeps 5 and was renovated in 2018, offering excellent value for money in this popular year-round resort.

Koya Home in Hakuba. View more images

4. Fenix West in Furano

Price: From $430,000 USD

Fenix West One Bedroom 309. View more images

Chris: this project, from the team behind Fenix Furano and Intuition Niseko, is located a snowball’s throw from the Kitanomine gondola in Furano. Like Nozawa Onsen, Furano is more than just a ski town but does boast some incredible on and off-piste skiing.

5. Yunosato Onsen Chalet in Niseko

Price: $200,000 USD

Yunosato Onsen Chalet. View more images

Chris: the name says it all here, with your own private onsen in your ski chalet you will basically be the most popular person in your circle of friends! Not only that but you are just 5 minutes away from Niseko-Moiwa and Niseko-Annupuri resorts in the thriving Yunosato community.

We have hundreds of great ski homes, apartments, penthouses and land for you to check out on Uchi – the fastest to search, easiest to use and most complete collection of resort real estate in Japan! Check it all out at uchijapan.com/properties.

And if you want to list your own property, find out more at uchijapan.com/listing-your-property.