30/09/2026
Japan just raised interest rates to 1.25%, the highest since 1995. ๐ฏ๐ต
What does it mean if you own or plan to buy in Osaka? Short version: banks tend to pass changes on with a lag, so payments usually don't jump overnight. Rates in Japan also stay relatively low next to Hong Kong, Singapore and many Western markets.
For investors, the bigger question is whether the property keeps its occupancy and cashflow. That's why we focus on day-to-day management through Chief of Homes and guest channels through OKINI Home.
Thinking about Japan property? Start with our guide.
The yen is near 40-year lows in 2026 โ here's why structure, not timing, determines whether a Japan property investment performs long-term.