Suikoencho, Hirakata-shi, Osaka
Osaka, Japan
Guide Price
$406,404
¥64,900,000 JPY · $242/sqft
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
5
BATHROOMS
1
SIZE
1679 sq ft
YEAR BUILT
1969
Description
5LDK House in Suikoencho, Hirakata-shi
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving in Osaka
Japan's friendliest major city, known as 'the Kitchen of Japan' for its legendary street food scene -- and significantly cheaper than Tokyo, with 2-bedroom apartments running $600-$1,000/month. Locals are more outgoing and direct than in Tokyo, making it easier to build social connections as a foreigner. The challenge is that fewer people speak English than in Tokyo, and landlords can be reluctant to rent to foreigners.
Bullet trains through mountain valleys, convenience stores that put restaurants to shame, and a society of quiet precision where ancient temples hide between neon-lit skyscrapers.
Visa
Digital Nomad Visa — launched April 2024, requires ¥10M+/yr income (~$68,000). Valid only 6 months with no extension; must leave for 6 months before reapplying. Business Manager Visa is the long-term alternative — requires opening a Japan-based business with ¥5M+ capital (¥~$34,000).
Learn more: Digital Nomad Visas: Where You Can Live & Work in 2026→Key Fact
The digital nomad visa does not grant residency — you cannot open a bank account, sign a phone contract, or rent a standard apartment. You will need a gaijin-friendly share house or serviced apartment.
Learn more: Can Americans Buy Property Abroad? Rules by Country→Japan at a glance
How Japan scores for American expats
Cost of buying in Japan
Estimated fees and ongoing costs for this property
Closing Costs
6-8% of purchase price
- ·Registration tax: 2%
- ·Real estate acquisition tax: 3-4%
- ·Judicial scrivener (notary): ¥100,000-300,000
- ·Agent: 3% + ¥60,000
Annual Costs
Property Tax
1.4% of assessed value (fixed asset tax) + 0.3% city planning tax
Insurance
¥30,000-80,000/yr (earthquake insurance recommended)
HOA / Condo Fees
¥10,000-30,000/mo for apartments (管理費)
Good to Know
Agent Fees
Buyer pays agent (3% + ¥60,000 + tax)
Foreign Buyer Note
No restrictions on foreign buyers. No extra taxes. One of the most foreign-friendly property markets in Asia.
Legal help in Japan
Hire your own attorney — not the seller's. We'll match you with a vetted local lawyer.
Need a local attorney in Japan?
We'll connect you with an independent, English-speaking real estate attorney experienced with foreign buyers. Not the seller's lawyer — yours.
Next steps for moving to Japan
Interested in this property? Here's how to move forward.
Understand the buying rules
Foreign ownership laws vary wildly by country. Some welcome you, others restrict or ban foreign buyers entirely.
Sort out your visa
Owning property doesn't give you the right to live there. Research residency options before you buy.
Plan your finances
Understand currency risk, international wire transfers, and whether you can get a local mortgage.
Know your tax obligations
US citizens are taxed on worldwide income. You'll need to file US taxes from abroad and may owe local taxes too.
Set up healthcare
Medicare doesn't cover you overseas. You'll need international health insurance or a local plan.
Run the full checklist
Banking, mail forwarding, power of attorney, pet import rules — the complete pre-move checklist.
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