Two days of insight on buying, owning and investing in Japan
Join us in Tokyo for two intensive days of insight into buying, owning, and investing in real estate in Japan. Presented by RealEstate.jp, The Japan Real Estate Summit brings together leading professionals, investors, and industry experts to share practical knowledge, real-world strategies, and on-the-ground experience.
Whether you’re exploring your first property in Japan, expanding an investment portfolio, or navigating renovation, financing, short-term rentals, or long-term living, this summit is designed to give you clarity and confidence.
What to Expect
- Expert talks and panel discussions from top voices in Japanese real estate
- Actionable guidance on purchasing, renovating, financing, and managing property
- Insights into akiya (vacant homes), family stays, rentals, and retirement planning
- Opportunities to connect with trusted service providers and fellow investors
- Networking in an international, English-friendly environment
Who Should Attend
- Foreign buyers and investors interested in Japan
- Current property owners seeking better returns or smoother operations
- Entrepreneurs, expats, and future residents planning a move to Japan
- Anyone curious about how Japan’s real estate market really works
With speakers from RealEstate.jp, Ark Reform, Nippon Tradings International, Tokyo Family Stays and more, this is your chance to learn directly from people doing the work every day.
🌸 Autumn 2026 in Tokyo is the perfect time to level up your Japan real estate journey.
Join us in October. Secure your spot for the Summit now.
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Saturday-Sunday, 17-18 Oct
Event Schedule – Day 1 (Saturday, Oct 17, 2026)
Main Room
Oct 17, 2026 (SAT)
10:00 – 10:30
Registration & Kick-off
10:30 – 10:45
Agenda Review & Orientation
10:45 – 11:30
50-Year Mortgages and 1% Interest Rates
11:30 – 12:15
Brett Lee
Western Expectations vs Japanese Mentality: Who Wins?
12:15 – 13:15
Lunch & Free Time
13:15 – 14:00
Blanka Kobayashi
The Struggles of Renovating Older Japanese Homes
14:00 – 14:45
Alicia Qin Wang
Why You Shouldn’t Put Your Multi-Unit Investment Under Your Own Name
14:45 – 15:15
Free Time
15:15 – 16:00
Chai Kanda & Ben Howard
Japan’s Boutique Hospitality Market: A Regional Snapshot
16:00 – 16:45
Experts Q&A Panel
18:00 – 20:00
Gala Dinner
Breakout Room
Oct 17, 2026 (SAT)
11:30 – 12:15
Emil Gorgees
What Makes a Good House in Tokyo?
The features that make a good family home in Tokyo, and the value they bring, can be surprisingly difficult to assess. How do you judge a property and its suitability beyond what you see in the listing?
Lunch & Free Time
13:15 – 14:00
Emily Kuno
Step Zero: Before the Hunt
Most people looking for a home in Japan start with listings. That’s usually too early. Emily leads attendees through Step Zero, deciding why you want a home in Japan, how you’ll use it, which regions suit that lifestyle, what to budget and what ownership requires when you’re away.
14:00 – 14:45
Blanka Kobayashi
Which Materials Should I Use for My Renovation?
15:15 – 16:00
Alicia Qin Wang
How to Leverage Bank Loans for Your Investment Properties
Event Schedule – Day 2 (Sunday, Oct 18, 2026)
Main Room
Oct 18, 2026 (SUN)
10:00 – 10:15
Registration & Orientation
10:15 – 11:00
Ziv Nakajima-Magen
Entering the Market with Exit in Mind
11:00 – 11:45
Tracey Northcott Booked in a Crowded Market
11:45 – 12:30
Sana Bhandari
What AI Operations Actually Do to the Bottom Line
AI is already changing how short-term rentals are managed, but does it actually improve profit? Sana examines real examples from Japan and across Asia-Pacific to show where AI creates measurable financial impact, where it doesn’t and how operators can apply those numbers to their own businesses.
12:30 – 13:30
Lunch & Free Time
13:30 – 14:15
Wyatt Beck
Any Purpose. Any Residency Status. Any Major City. Financing Your Japan Condo
15:00 – 15:30
Free Time
15:30 – 16:15
Hiroto Senda
Beyond the Business Manager Visa: Entrepreneur Solutions
16:15 – 17:00
Experts Q&A Panel
17:00 – 17:45
Tearful Goodbyes & Photo-Ops
18:00 – 20:00
🎉 The Afterparty!!!
Breakout Room
Oct 18, 2026 (SUN)
10:15 – 11:00
Yi Zhang Boutique Hotel Investment Case Studies: Using Leverage to Enhance Returns
11:00 – 11:45
Ziv Nakajima-Magen & Jerome Marley
JRE Deal Analysis Studio: Product Updates & Demo
The JRE Deal Analysis AI platform returns with new features. See how it can generate a market feasibility report for virtually any property listed for sale, including rent projections for vacant properties, comparable market analysis and its investment grade ranking.
11:45 – 12:30
Tracey Northcott
The 30-Minute AI Makeover
Live listing analysis, review and amendment designed to improve occupancy and profitability.
13:30 – 15:00
Max Delvita & Dave Singh
Introduction to GoMinpaku
GoMinpaku is a free compliance reporting tool for hosts that automates guest information collection, passport processing, 180-day tracking and government reporting. The workshop includes a live demo and discussion of real-world reporting cases brought by attendees.
15:30 – 16:15
Wyatt Beck
Your Individual Borrowing Scenario
An interactive session where Wyatt helps attendees evaluate their individual borrowing capacity and map out potential purchases or equity withdrawals from existing properties.
Guest Speakers
Alicia Qin Wang
Managing Partner
Axolotl Capital
Blanka Kobayashi
Director of Marketing and Public Relations
Ark Reform
Chai Kanda
Founder & CEO
Shiki Properties
Emil Gorgees
Founder & CEO
RealEstate.jp
Ben Tanaka
Founder
Retire Japan
Matt Ketchum
Founder
Akiyaz
Brett Lee & Shu Matsuo Post
Founders
Akiya Hub
Tracey Northcott
Founder
Tokyo Family Stays
Mark Drabkin
Founder
YEN LOANS
Ziv Nakajima-Magen
Co-Founder
Nippon Tradings International
Highlights from Summit Spring 2025
Our event sponsors support the 2026 JRES
FAQs
Who is this summit for?
The Japan Real Estate Summit is for anyone interested in buying, selling, maintaining, renovating, or managing property in Japan. It’s also for anyone who wants to learn more about Japan’s real estate investment opportunities and hear what’s happening in the market directly from our diverse panel of experts.
Who are the panel members?
Our panel members are all experienced professionals in their respective fields, bringing together a wealth of knowledge and real-world insight. They represent everything from property purchase and short-term rentals to Akiya ownership, complete renovations, and even tax and legal matters—making this Japan real estate conference one of the most well-rounded events in the industry.
Can I ask questions during the summit?
Yes, of course! There are Q&A sessions at the end of each presentation, and we also have breakout sessions where smaller groups can connect directly with panel members. It’s a great way to get more personal insights during the real estate summit in Tokyo and discuss your ideas freely.
How long have these summits been going on?
The Japan Real Estate Summit has been held twice a year since 2022. This year’s Autumn Summit at the excellent Tokyo Forum in the heart of the city marks our 6th event! Each one keeps growing, with more sessions and even more Japan real estate investment opportunities to explore.
What benefits do people really take away from the summit?
That’s easy — and the after-summit feedback always proves it! Attendees, many of whom return year after year, walk away with practical knowledge, meaningful connections, and lasting friendships with like-minded individuals. The Japan Real Estate Summit in Tokyo is truly a special event. Come and see for yourself!
The Japan Real Estate Summit Autumn 2026
Date: Sat-Sun, 18-19 October – 10am-6pm