Solar farms may soon be allowed on abandoned land

The government has firmed up details on a proposal to expand the usage options of abandoned land across the country. The goal is to make the land available for disaster preparation facilities, and renewable energy plants.
52-story apartment tower for Nihonbashi

As part of the Nihonbashi 1 Chome East District Redevelopment, a proposal for a 52-story apartment tower and 40-story office tower has been announced.
Tokyo Apartment Sales in September 2021

The following is a selection of apartments that were reported to have sold in central Tokyo during the month of September 2021:
Historic home in Kyoto donated to university

The former home of noted theoretical physicist and Nobel laureate Hideki Yukawa (1907-1981) has been donated to Kyoto University.
Hamamatsucho Building redevelopment kicks off after a delayed start

The official groundbreaking ceremony for the Shibaura 1 Chome Project was held on September 28. This project will see the former Hamamatsucho Building replaced with two 235-meter tall towers.
Before buying land: take note of this notice

Ever noticed a sign like this placed on a vacant block of land? It's there for a reason, and something a buyer would want to be extremely aware of.
13-year home loan tax deduction deadline is November 30

With the deadline to apply for the 13-year home loan income tax deduction coming this November, should buyers rush in to purchase or wait to see if it is extended? This scheme allows homebuyers to deduct a percentage of their home loan balance from their income taxes each year for 10 ~ 13 years (the 3-year extension is the one with the looming deadline).