Your Japanese Property.
Managed Remotely.
New to Japan property ownership from overseas?
What is a Tax Representative (納税管理人)?
Japanese law requires every non-resident property owner to appoint a Tax Representative — a Japan-based person or company that receives tax notices on your behalf. Without one, tax bills you never see can lead to penalties or even property seizure.
Required by law
Article 117 of Japan's General Tax Act mandates a tax representative for non-residents.
Receives notices for you
Property tax, fixed-asset tax, and city tax notices arrive at our Japan address — we scan and translate them within 3 business days.
Included in every paid plan
We file your appointment with the local tax office and act as your representative for the entire term.
Note: Japan YES is not a licensed tax accountant (税理士). Our Tax Representative service is limited to receiving notices on your behalf — we do not file returns or calculate tax amounts. We can introduce you to a qualified 税理士 if needed.
Tax Representative (納税管理人)
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Japanese Contact Address (国内連絡先)
Mail Management (手紙の管理)About Japan YES
Japan YES Property Management is a concierge-style service for overseas owners of Japanese real estate. We handle tax representation (納税管理人), domestic contact address, vendor coordination, and payment support — all in English, with no Japanese language skills required.
Our service is led by a licensed real estate agent (宅建士) who speaks English and Chinese — so you always have a knowledgeable, accessible partner on the ground in Japan, no matter where you are in the world.
Founded by Yuichi Suzuki
Keller Williams Real Estate Agent · Licensed 宅地建物取引士 · English & Chinese speaker
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Why Japan YES
From legal compliance to hands-on coordination, Japan YES gives overseas property owners a trusted local partner — so you can manage your Japanese property with confidence, from anywhere in the world.
Our Services
Everything you need to manage your Japanese property from anywhere in the world — integrated into one platform, accessible with a single login.
Tax Representative (納税管理人)
We register as your official tax representative with Japanese authorities. Without one, property tax notices you never receive can lead to penalties or property seizure. Required by law for all non-resident owners.
Japanese Contact Address
Use our Japan address as your official contact point for all government offices, tax authorities, and property-related correspondence — keeping your personal overseas address private.
Mail Scanning & Translation
Every piece of incoming mail is scanned within 3 business days, uploaded to your dashboard, and summarized in English. Never miss a tax notice, court document, or time-sensitive letter again.
Fund Holding & Payment Management
Don't have a Japanese bank account? We hold funds on your behalf and pay property taxes, management fees, and other Japanese bills — so you never miss a payment deadline from overseas.
Invoice Payment for Cash / Bank-Transfer Vendors
Many Japanese contractors and suppliers only accept bank transfer — no international credit cards. We pay invoices on your behalf and charge you the actual amount plus a small bank transfer fee.
Utility Setup (Electricity, Gas, Water)
Moving in or renting out? Setting up Japanese utilities requires phone calls and paperwork entirely in Japanese. We handle the entire process on your behalf — electricity, gas, water, and internet.
Contractor Coordination
Need renovation quotes, cleaning, inspections, or repairs? We research local vendors, communicate in Japanese, and coordinate everything — billed at 5% of the contractor fee (minimum ¥10,000).
Real Estate Consultation
Get expert advice from a licensed 宅地建物取引士 (real estate transaction specialist). Questions about property law, taxes, buying or selling — our licensed expert is here to help.
Bilingual Local Coordination
All communication with Japanese institutions — tax offices, management companies, utility providers, and local authorities — handled entirely by our bilingual team. You give instructions in English; we act in Japanese.
Your Dashboard, Accessible Anywhere
Monitor your property, manage mail from Japan, and track invoices 24/7 from any device. Everything you need in one secure platform.
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Properties
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Recent Mail
世田谷区 税務課
Fixed Asset Tax Notice 2026
東京電力エナジーパートナー
Electricity Bill - February
マンション管理組合
Annual General Meeting Notice
Deposit Balance
¥50,000
available
Next Invoice
Property Tax Q2
¥87,400
Due Apr 30, 2026
How It Works
A simple, human process — from registration to resolution.
Get Started in Minutes
Register your property and we take care of the setup — tax representative (納税管理人) registration, domestic contact address, and your secure dashboard — all ready in under 10 minutes.
Tell Us What's on Your Mind
Your incoming mail is scanned and translated so you always know what's happening at your property. Have a question or concern? Our licensed real estate agent (宅建士) is here to advise — whether it's about a management notice, a renovation estimate, or your next property decision.
We Take Action
Once you share what you need, we handle the rest. We contact vendors, negotiate on your behalf, and manage payments using your deposit balance — all in English, no Japanese bank account required.
Why Japan YES?
See how we compare to other ways of managing your Japanese property from overseas.
RecommendedDo It Yourself | RecommendedAsk a Friend in Japan | RecommendedOther Service Providers | RecommendedJapan YES | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tax representative (納税管理人) registration | △ | |||
| Domestic contact address | △ | |||
| Consultation by licensed real estate agent (宅地建物取引士) | ||||
| English communication | △ | △ | ||
| Cost transparency | △ | |||
| Research, contact & negotiation with service providers | △ | △ | △ | |
| Payment support for those without a Japanese bank account | △ | △ | ||
| On-Demand Concierge Service | △ | △ |
Simple, Transparent Pricing
No minimum contract. 30-day full refund guarantee on every plan. Pay with any international credit card.
All prices include 10% Japanese consumption tax (内税).
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Free Plan
Get started — explore the platform at no cost
No credit card required
- Property registration & dashboard
- Property & area research
- Property valuation request (1/month)
Plan A
Essential Plan
Secure your basic compliance in Japan
+ ¥22,000 setup fee (first year only)
First-year total
¥88,000(¥66,000 + ¥22,000)
From year 2: ¥66,000 / year
All prices incl. 10% Japanese consumption tax (内税)
- Tax representative (納税管理人)
- 5 mail items/month (scan & translation)
- 30-day original storage, then disposal
- Japanese contact address
- Real estate consultation
- Invoice payment on your behalf (bank transfer fees apply)
- 1 property managed
Plan B
Standard Care
The worry-free standard for overseas owners
+ ¥22,000 setup fee (first year only)
First-year total
¥132,000(¥110,000 + ¥22,000)
From year 2: ¥110,000 / year
All prices incl. 10% Japanese consumption tax (内税)
- Tax representative (納税管理人)
- 10 mail items/month (scan & translation)
- 3-month original storage, then disposal
- Japanese contact address
- Real estate consultation
- Invoice payment on your behalf (bank transfer fees apply)
- Up to 2 properties managed
- Utility connection services (excluding travel costs)
- Property & management company liaison
- Package receipt / storage (fees apply)
Plan C
Premium Concierge
Total management for your valuable property in Japan
+ ¥22,000 setup fee (first year only)
First-year total
¥176,000(¥154,000 + ¥22,000)
From year 2: ¥154,000 / year
All prices incl. 10% Japanese consumption tax (内税)
- Tax representative (納税管理人)
- 20 mail items/month (scan & translation)
- 6-month original storage + annual forwarding
- Japanese contact address
- Real estate consultation
- Invoice payment on your behalf (bank transfer fees apply)
- Up to 3 properties managed
- Utility connection services (excluding travel costs)
- Internet setup (excluding travel costs)
- Property & management company liaison
- Up to 5 packages/month (within 120cm / 15kg)
Spot Services
Research and communication support for service providers — internet setup, inspections, renovations, property management, and more.
We accommodate a wide range of requests. Feel free to contact us for anything you need.
Vendor invoice support (percentage-based)
- • Up to ¥1,000,000 of vendor invoice: 5%
- • Amount exceeding ¥1,000,000 of vendor invoice: 3%
- • Minimum fee: ¥11,000
Fixed-fee services
- • Utility setup (electricity / water / gas): ¥33,000
- • Real estate acquisition filing (Ministry of Finance): ¥11,000
Important Notes
Service Fee vs. Actual Costs
Plan fees (Plan A / B / C) are service fees for Japan YES property management services. Actual costs such as property taxes, management fees, utilities, and other third-party charges are billed separately. Invoices clearly distinguish between service fees and actual cost reimbursements.
Tax Services Disclaimer
Japan YES is not a licensed tax accountant (税理士) firm. We do not provide the following services: tax return preparation, tax consultation or advice, or tax amount calculations. For these services, we can introduce you to a qualified, licensed tax accountant (税理士). Our tax representative (納税管理人) service is limited to receiving tax notices.
Customer Stories
See how overseas property owners use Japan YES to stay compliant and manage their Japanese real estate with confidence.
“I was worried about missing property tax notices after relocating. Japan YES handles everything — I just check my dashboard once a week.”
Michael T.
Situation
Relocated from Tokyo to Singapore for work. Owns a condominium in Minato-ku but had no one to receive government notices or pay property taxes on his behalf.
Result with Japan YES
All tax notices are scanned and summarized in English within 3 days. Property tax is paid on time every quarter. No more worrying about compliance.
3 days
Mail scanning
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Tax compliance
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Dashboard access
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? We have answers. If you do not find what you are looking for, contact us.
Not at all — our service is built specifically for overseas property owners. Everything is managed remotely through your online dashboard, accessible from anywhere in the world. You never need to visit Japan to keep your property fully managed.
A 納税管理人 is a legally registered tax representative required for non-resident property owners in Japan. Japan has been tightening regulations on non-resident real estate ownership — if you fail to appoint a tax representative and property taxes go unpaid, your property may be subject to seizure (差し押さえ) by the local government. We handle this registration for you and ensure all property taxes and municipal obligations are filed and paid on time, protecting your investment.
All incoming mail is scanned within 3 business days of receipt. You will get an instant notification on your dashboard and via email, along with an AI-generated English summary of the contents.
Yes. You can request international forwarding for any mail item directly from your dashboard. We ship via tracked international mail, and you can follow the delivery status in your account. International forwarding is available as an add-on service with separate shipping fees based on destination and weight.
Yes. All data is encrypted in transit (TLS 1.3) and at rest using AES-256 encryption. Your scanned documents are stored in a secure, private cloud accessible only to you. We follow industry-standard security practices and never share your information with third parties.
Our service operates on an annual contract basis. You may cancel at any time, and your service will remain active until the end of your current contract year. Once the contract year expires, no further charges will be applied.
Our dashboard and communications are available in English, Japanese, and Chinese. AI-powered translations are provided for all scanned mail, and professional human translation is available on request.
Your Japanese Property, Fully Managed
Let Japan YES handle your tax representation, mail, and payments.
Focus on your life abroad — we will take care of your property in Japan.
Annual contract · Cancel anytime, effective at end of contract year