Countdown to the Osaka World Expo, a Golden Opportunity for Real Estate Investment

The countdown to Expo 2025 Osaka has officially begun!

From April 13 to October 13, the 184-day "World Exhibition" will be held under the theme of "Designing the Future Society, Creating a Better Life", attracting the participation of more than 150 countries and regions, and the number of visitors is expected to exceed 28 million.

This global event will bring an unprecedented investment boom to Osaka, especially in the real estate investment sector.

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Huge crowds and economic benefits from the World Expo

Osaka has been awarded the right to host the 2025 World Expo, which will be the second time Osaka has hosted a World Expo since the Aichi Expo was held in 1970, and will be the next large-scale international event in Japan's history after the 32nd Olympic Games.

The Expo is expected to attract about 30 million people to the area and bring about 2 trillion yen in local economic benefits.

Such a huge flow of people and economic benefits will directly promote the development of tourism, hotels, restaurants and other related industries in Osaka, which in turn will lead to an increase in the demand for real estate rentals and purchases.

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Osaka Yumeshima Vegas Resort Plus

In addition to the World Expo, Osaka will welcome another heavyweight project, the Osaka Dreamland Vegas Resort. This integrated resort, which combines a luxury shopping mall, an upscale convention center, gourmet dining from various countries, and a casino, is expected to attract millions of visitors annually.

The demand for accommodation, entertainment and consumption it brings will further enhance the investment value of the Osaka property market. In particular, the property rental market will see explosive growth in the areas surrounding the resorts.

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Investment Advantages and Strategies for the Osaka Real Estate Market

❶ House price trends and stability

Osaka's real estate market has shown strong growth in recent years. According to the Japan Real Estate Research Institute, home prices in Osaka have continued to grow in recent years, with particularly significant increases in core business districts and near transportation hubs.

For example, compared to the price of high-end residential buildings in Motomabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Osaka house prices are approximately 68.9% of Tokyo.

In addition, Osaka's ranking among the top 15 cities in the world in terms of home prices has risen year after year, demonstrating its stable market performance and value-added potential.

The Expo will further boost home price growth in Osaka, especially in the area surrounding the Expo.

❷ High rental returns

Real estate rental returns in Osaka are quite impressive. Especially in tourist hotspots such as Namba and Umeda, rental returns can reach around 5%-8%. Rental returns are especially high near tourist attractions, business districts and school districts due to high demand.

The influx of tourists and exhibitors during the Expo period will push up the demand for short-term accommodation, which will further push up rental levels.

In the long term, as Osaka's international influence increases, the influx of companies and talent will also lead to a thriving long-term rental market.

❸ Policy environment

The Japanese government's friendly policies for foreign investors have lowered the barrier to entry for overseas investors. For example, measures such as a simplified home purchase process, tax incentives and visa facilitation provide more convenience for foreign investors.

In addition, the Osaka City Government is actively promoting transparency and standardization in the real estate market, providing investors with a favorable investment environment.

These policy environments have brought more opportunities and potential to the Osaka real estate market.

❹ Diversified Investment Options

Osaka's real estate market offers a diverse range of investment options.

From high-end apartments and villas to commercial real estate and serviced apartments, different types of properties meet the needs of different investors. Investors can choose the type of investment that best suits them according to their risk tolerance, capital size and investment objectives.

For example, for investors seeking stable returns, they can choose to buy commercial properties or serviced apartments for rental; for investors seeking capital appreciation, they can choose to buy high-end apartments or villas for long-term holding.

As one of Japan's major economic, cultural and transportation centers, the Expo will further enhance Osaka's international visibility and influence, attracting a greater inflow of companies and talent. This will bring long-term value-added potential to Osaka's real estate market and provide investors with more opportunities and returns.

For high net worth individuals, Osaka is not only a haven for investment, but also an ideal place to live and work.

If you are interested in investing in Osaka, Japan, please feel free to inquire!