Leaving Japan
I am planning to relocate and need to understand whether to sell now or prepare the property first.
FOR INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY OWNERS IN TOKYO
Own a property in Tokyo?Find out what it could sell for.
Sell your Tokyo property with English-speaking takkenshi Yoshiaki Tokunaga. Start with a complimentary valuation, a clear selling plan and an estimate of your net proceeds. We support international owners from pricing and marketing through Japanese contracts, closing and handover.
- Complimentary valuation
- Full guidance in English
- No obligation to sell
Our only service fee is success-based brokerage commission. English support included.
02TOKYO / 35.6762° N / 139.6503° E
Branch Manager, Asiascape
YOUR ENGLISH-SPEAKING CONTACT
Hi, I’m Yoshi.
Let’s plan your sale.
I grew up in Itabashi and am a takkenshi — a qualified Japanese real estate transaction specialist (Tokyo registration No. 265150). You can discuss your sale directly with me in English.
I review Japanese property documents and coordinate price, conditions and timing with buyers and their agents in Japanese, then explain the options and decisions to you in English.
Having attended international schools in Tokyo, I’m comfortable working across both languages. Tell me what matters to you: your next move, the timing, or simply understanding what your property could sell for.
SELLING A TOKYO PROPERTY AS AN INTERNATIONAL OWNER
Does any of this sound familiar?
You do not need to solve every question before requesting a valuation. Tell us what is happening now, and we will organize the practical next steps in English.
Request a free valuationUnsure of the current value
I bought the property some time ago and do not know what buyers may pay in today's Tokyo market.
Mortgage still outstanding
I need to understand the likely proceeds, loan repayment, and closing sequence before making a decision.
Property currently rented
I own a tenanted apartment or investment property and want to discuss the appropriate selling route.
Japanese documents and contracts
I want the valuation, brokerage agreement, sale contract, and closing steps explained clearly in English.
Sell or keep renting it out
I am not ready to sell yet and want to compare the practical options before deciding.
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A SALE DESIGNED AROUND YOUR SITUATION
Understand the value, then choose the right route.
Leaving Japan, handling an inheritance, selling a rented investment, or repaying a mortgage can each change the right selling strategy. We explain the valuation, the Japanese transaction process, and the choices that matter in clear English.
YOUR COMPLIMENTARY VALUATION
A price range.
And a plan behind it.
We help you understand these four things before you decide whether to put the property on the market.
Request a free valuation- 01
A realistic selling range
An estimated range and suggested asking-price approach, based on the property information available.
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The evidence behind the estimate
Relevant nearby sales, competing listings, location, condition and, for an apartment, building management and repair information.
- 03
A selling strategy and schedule
Preparation, marketing, viewings and handover planned around your move, mortgage or tenant situation.
- 04
An estimate of your net proceeds
Expected sale price less loan repayment, our commission and known selling expenses. Tax-dependent amounts are identified for confirmation with a tax professional.
Start with the address, property type and your plans; incomplete information is welcome. A desktop estimate can be refined after an inspection and document review. An estimated price or schedule is not a guarantee of the final sale.
OUR SELLING FEES
Our only service fee:
success-based commission.
Our only service fee for selling your property is the agreed success-based brokerage commission. There are no separate charges for consultation, valuation, standard marketing, viewings or English support.
Read our full fee policy ↗- Consultation & valuation
- No separate fee
- Standard marketing & viewings
- Included
- English support
- No surcharge
No brokerage commission is due if no sale contract is concluded through us. We agree the commission including tax, payment dates and treatment of any later cancellation in writing before you engage us.
Taxes, registration, lender charges and any third-party work you choose to commission are separate selling costs. We identify these separately when estimating your net proceeds.
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SUPPORT
Four ways we support your sale
ASIASCAPE · ITABASHI · TOKYO
Evidence-based valuation
We review nearby transactions, competing listings, location, and property condition, then explain how the value was considered.
A tailored selling strategy
We shape the asking price and schedule around your timing, price expectations, and onward plans.
Property-specific marketing
We use suitable channels such as property portals, our store, and introductions to existing clients.
Negotiation to handover
We coordinate viewings, terms, contract preparation, closing, and the final handover.
A SALE HANDLED BY OUR TEAM
Selling in Itabashi.
Starting a new life in Kansai.
The K family needed to sell their detached house in Itabashi while buying a home in Kansai. The sale, purchase, move and their child’s school transfer all had to fit together.
Our team coordinated the contract and handover schedules, discussed the school-related timing, and supported the family through to handover as their move was brought forward.
Handled by Haruka Moriguchi, HouseDo Tokiwadai Station South Exit.
THE CLIENT’S WORDS · TRANSLATED FROM JAPANESE
“We had to manage the property sale and our move to Kansai at the same time. You gave us thoughtful, detailed support even with matters beyond the sale, such as the timing of our child’s school transfer and choosing a school.
Your support was accurate and considerate of our feelings, so we were able to trust you throughout the process. We are full of gratitude. Thank you very much.”
Survey response: “Very satisfied” in all five categories.
PROCESS
How the sale works
A valuation does not commit you to selling. Use it as information while you consider your options.
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Consultation
We discuss your reason for selling, timing, loan, and onward plans.
- 02
Property review and valuation
We inspect the property and explain the valuation and possible strategy.
- 03
Listing preparation
We agree the terms and prepare photography and marketing.
- 04
Marketing and viewings
We manage enquiries, viewings, and activity updates.
- 05
Negotiation and contract
We coordinate price and handover terms and confirm the contract details.
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Closing and handover
We support final payment, registration coordination, and key handover.
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SELLING OPTIONS
Brokerage or direct purchase?
Finding a buyer in the market and selling directly to a real-estate company involve different expectations for price, time, and privacy. We explain the options in a comparable way.
Brokerage
Suitable when you want to seek a market buyer and place greater weight on price.
Direct purchase
An option when timing or a more private sale is the stronger priority.
House leaseback
A possible route when you wish to sell and continue living in the property, subject to eligibility and agreed terms.
Onward move
We coordinate the financial and handover timing between your sale and next purchase.
ENGLISH GUIDES FOR TOKYO PROPERTY OWNERS
Start with the guide closest to your property.
Each guide answers a different selling question, then leads back to the same complimentary Tokyo property valuation in English.
01 / APARTMENT
How to sell an apartment in Tokyo
Valuation, building records, presentation, viewings, contract, and closing.
↗02 / INTERNATIONAL OWNERSelling property in Japan as a foreigner
Identity, ownership, English explanations, tax coordination, and handover.
↗03 / INVESTMENTSelling investment property in Tokyo
Tenancy, income records, valuation, investor marketing, and operational handover.
↗04 / LEAVING JAPANShould you sell or rent out your Tokyo property?
Compare net sale proceeds, rental cash flow, overseas management, and future plans.
↗05 / SELLING COSTSHow much does it cost to sell property in Japan?
Brokerage, contracts, registration, preparation, mortgages, and tax coordination.
↗06 / MORTGAGECan you sell a property with a mortgage in Japan?
Payoff estimates, lender procedures, closing funds, and mortgage cancellation.
↗07 / TENANTEDHow to sell a tenanted property in Tokyo
Lease review, income evidence, buyer marketing, tenant communication, and handover.
↗08 / DOCUMENTSDocuments foreign owners need to sell in Japan
Identity, address, title, purchase, mortgage, management, and remote-closing records.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is the valuation complimentary, and what will I learn?
Yes. We explain an estimated selling range, the market evidence behind it, a proposed selling strategy and schedule, and estimated net proceeds after loan repayment and known selling costs. A desktop estimate can be refined after an inspection and document review. There is no obligation to sell.
What do you charge for selling my property?
Our only service fee for selling your property is the agreed success-based brokerage commission. There are no separate charges for consultation, valuation, standard marketing, viewings or English support. No brokerage commission is due if no sale contract is concluded through us. We confirm the commission including tax, payment dates and treatment of any later cancellation in writing before you engage us. Taxes, registration, lender charges and third-party services are separate selling costs.
Who will handle my English-language selling consultation?
Your English-speaking contact is Yoshiaki Tokunaga, Asiascape’s branch manager and a takkenshi (Tokyo registration No. 265150). He reviews Japanese documents, coordinates with buyers and their agents in Japanese, and explains your options and decisions in English.
Can you explain the Japanese documents in English?
Yes. Official transaction documents may be prepared in Japanese, but we explain their purpose, key terms, timing, and the decisions required from you in English.
Can I sell while a mortgage remains on the property?
It may be possible. We first confirm the expected sale proceeds, loan balance, lender procedures, and the steps needed for repayment and release of the mortgage at closing.
Can you help with a property that is currently rented?
Yes. We review the tenancy, lease information, income, and property documents, then discuss a suitable valuation and marketing route for the tenanted property.
Can I sell more privately?
We can discuss limited marketing or a direct purchase route depending on your priorities.
Can I remain in the property while it is marketed?
Yes. We coordinate viewing times and plan the activity around your daily life.
CONTACT ASIASCAPE
Begin by understanding today's value.
Request a Tokyo property valuation in English. You do not need to decide to sell before sharing the property and your priorities.
- Complimentary valuation
- Full guidance in English
- No obligation to sell