# Buying ski chalets in Japan

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Podcast: [Real Estate Without Borders](https://stenobird.com/podcast/real-estate-without-borders-7230757)
Published: 2026-01-07T18:36:57+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Real Estate Without Borders , Daniel Foch sits down with Nick McLoota and Derek Cirillo from YukiHomes, a company helping foreigners buy and manage property in Japan—especially ski homes. They break down how they went from casual travelers to real estate entrepreneurs, what makes the Japanese market unique, and why global demand for vacation rentals is accelerating. The conversation covers pricing, financing realities for foreigners, regulatory hurdles, and why understanding local culture is critical to investing successfully in Japan. “We bought our house for 25K.” “Japan is super safe.” “We charge anywhere from 10 to 20%.” 00:00 – Introduction to Real Estate in Japan 02:22 – Building a Business Around Ski Homes 05:30 – Understanding the Clientele and Demand 07:34 – Investment Costs and Revenue Potential 09:48 – Navigating the Lending Landscape 12:11 – Demographics and Migration Trends 13:51 – Platforms for Short-Term Rentals 16:34 – The Reality of Vacant Homes in Japan 17:38 – Choosing the Right Location for Investment 21:03 – Exploring Free Homes and Their Challenges 24:43 – Safety and Neighborhood Dynamics in Japan 28:49 – Cultural Differences in Safety Perception 30:15 – Language Barriers and Real Estate in Japan 31:12 – Investing in Land and Property in Japan 34:41 – Navigating the Japanese Real Estate Market 🧠 Key Takeaways📝 Episode Summary🎙️ Notable Sound Bites📍 Chapters 🎧 Episode Keywords Japan real estate, YukiHomes, ski homes, Airbnb, investment opportunities, foreign ownership, Japanese market, property management, real estate trends, vacation rentals • YukiHomes was founded by two friends who love skiing and snowboarding• The company helps foreigners buy and manage properties in Japan, particularly for Airbnb• Most clients are Americans…

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