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Nagano's Gondo District undergoes transformation amidst resident and tourist boom
According to a Nikkei Shimbun article on July 11 th , Gondo-Cho, Nagano City’s once-fading entertainment district, is experiencing a...

Adam German
11 minutes ago3 min read


Greater Tokyo existing home sales continue to surge in June 2025
On July 10 th , the Real Estate Information Network for East Japan (REINS) reported that existing condominium and single-family home...

Adam German
1 day ago2 min read


Why some older homes in Japan are surprisingly undervalued
Why well-maintained older homes are often overlooked - and how buyers can spot hidden value in Japan’s resale market was the topic of a...

Adam German
2 days ago3 min read


Ken Moriyasu from Nikkei Asia breaks down Trump tariffs and the Japanese diplomatic dilemma
On July 7th, Nikkei Asia Washington correspondent spoke with DW News, a German public broadcaster, about what effect the 25% tariffs...

Adam German
3 days ago2 min read


Minakami transforms abandoned inns into new attractions for locals and visitors
In the town of Minakami in Gunma Prefecture, a project is underway to revitalize a once-thriving hot spring district now marked by...

Adam German
4 days ago3 min read


Japan new housing starts drop sharply in May 2025 for second straight month
On June 30th, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism reported that new housing starts in May 2025 totaled 43,237...

Adam German
Jul 51 min read


Sintra 2025 central bankers focus on inflation targets and trade risks
At the European Central Bank’s annual policy forum in Sintra, monetary authorities from major economies offered cautious assessments of...

Adam German
Jul 44 min read


Myoko Kogen to Karuizawa express route under review by Shinano Railway
Shinano Railway, headquartered in Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture, is considering launching a new express train service connecting...

Adam German
Jul 32 min read


Japan nationwide roadside land prices climb for fourth straight year in 2025
Japan’s National Tax Agency announced on July 1st that the national average roadside land price, or rosenka , rose 2.7 percent as of...

Adam German
Jul 22 min read

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