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Conversation: Japan draws up plan to assess foreign ownership of real estate NHK

A: Hey! Did you hear about something new with real estate?

B: No way! What's up?

A: The government is checking who owns land now. Especially foreigners.

B: Seriously? Like, they're asking for nationalities?

A: Yeah! When you buy a house or land, you have to tell them. Even if it’s your home!

B: Wow! That's a lot of paperwork. What about companies?

A: Companies too! They need to say who’s in charge if they're buying land. Especially near military bases.

B: Military bases? That makes sense, I guess. It's kind of sensitive.

A: Exactly! They're also looking at things like visas and healthcare for foreigners.

B: So, more rules for everyone? When does this start?

A: They said April, maybe later. They'll announce everything next month.

B: Crazy! I need to read more about this.
Summary
Government now requires reporting land ownership, including foreign nationals & companies. Affects purchases near military bases & involves visa/healthcare checks. Rules start April (potentially later), details announced next month. #realestate #ownership
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ID: 8e7dc425-754a-4cd2-a3d2-aad44c3f28bb

Category ID: conversation_summary

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251217_02/#conversation

Date: Dec. 17, 2025

Notes: 2025-12-17

Created: 2025/12/17 09:40

Updated: 2025/12/18 08:10

Last Read: 2025/12/18 08:10

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