Tax Agent & Global Management for
Your Japanese Property
The all-in-one management hub for overseas owners of Japanese real estate. Tax representation and mail digitization — all handled remotely so you stay compliant and in full control.
Tax Representative (納税管理人)
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Real Estate Consultation
Japanese Contact Address (国内連絡先)
Mail Management (手紙の管理)About Japan YES Property Management
Japan YES Property Management is a digital property management platform built specifically for overseas owners of Japanese real estate. We integrate tax representation (納税管理人) and mail digitization into one seamless service — backed by a licensed real estate professional (宅建士) who understands the true value of your asset.
Whether you have recently moved abroad or are planning to, we bridge the gap between your Japanese property and your global lifestyle. Government notices, property taxes, management fees — all handled remotely with no Japanese language skills required.
Founded by Yuichi Suzuki
Keller Williams Real Estate Agent · Licensed 宅地建物取引士 (Real Estate Transaction Specialist)
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Everything in One Place
Mail, tax, payments
Why Japan YES
We combine licensed real estate expertise with AI-driven digital tools to give overseas property owners total peace of mind — managed from a single platform.
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
We register as your official 納税管理人 (tax representative) with local tax authorities, ensuring property taxes and all obligations are filed and paid on time. Japan has been tightening regulations on non-resident property ownership — without a registered tax representative, unpaid taxes can lead to property seizure.
Mail Digitization
Every piece of incoming mail is scanned within 3 business days, converted to a searchable PDF, and uploaded to your secure dashboard with notifications — no matter what time zone you are in.
AI Translation & Summary
AI-assisted English summaries are generated for every letter, with professional human translation available on demand. Never miss a time-sensitive notice or government document again.
Property Liaison Support
We act as your local point of contact with management companies, local authorities, and neighborhood associations — ensuring your property stays compliant and well-represented at all times.
Spot Services
Need an inspection, renovation quote, or internet setup? We research providers, communicate in Japanese, and coordinate everything for you — billed transparently on top of the vendor invoice.
Vacation Rental Property Research (Airbnb・民泊物件リサーチ)
Thinking of investing in a short-term rental property in Japan? Our licensed real estate expert conducts end-to-end 民泊 property research on your behalf — identifying high-yield locations, verifying minpaku permit eligibility, and analysing occupancy and revenue potential.
Real Estate Consultation
Get expert advice from a licensed 宅地建物取引士 (real estate transaction specialist) — a nationally certified professional in Japan. Whether you have questions about property law, taxes, or market conditions, our expert is here to help. Looking to buy or sell? Our partner real estate agencies provide full acquisition and disposition support.
Manage Your Property Without the Language Barrier
All communication with Japanese institutions — tax offices, management companies, utility providers, and local authorities — is handled entirely by our bilingual team. You give instructions in English; we execute in Japanese. No interpreters, no miscommunication, no stress.
Other Real Estate Concerns
その他不動産に関するお悩みは何でもご相談ください。
Your Dashboard, Accessible Anywhere
Monitor your property, read translated mail, and track payments 24/7 from any device. Everything you need in one secure platform.
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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
Next Payment Due
Property Tax Q2
¥87,400
Due date
Apr 30, 2026
How It Works
Getting started takes less than 10 minutes. Here is how it works.
Quick Onboarding
A simple 10-minute setup. You provide your property details, and we handle everything else — registering as your tax representative, setting up your dedicated mailing address, and activating your dashboard.
We Receive & Digitize Your Mail
All mail sent to your property is collected, scanned within 3 business days, and uploaded to your secure dashboard with AI-powered English summaries. You get notified instantly.
We Handle Everything
Mail is automatically sorted, translated, and acted on by AI. We set up direct payments from your card so bills are paid seamlessly. You can check your dashboard anytime, but you never have to — we take care of the rest so you can focus on your life abroad.
Why Japan YES?
See how we compare to other ways of managing your Japanese property from overseas.
Do It Yourself | Ask a Friend in Japan | Other Service Providers | Recommended Japan YES | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tax representative (納税管理人) registration | ||||
| Mail scanning & translation | ||||
| Licensed real estate expertise (宅地建物取引士) | ||||
| English dashboard | ||||
| Separated fund management | ||||
| Cost transparency | ||||
| 24/7 dashboard access |
Simple, Transparent Pricing
No minimum contract. 30-day full refund guarantee on every plan. Pay with any international credit card.
Free
Free Plan
Get started — explore the platform at no cost
No credit card required
- Property registration & dashboard
- Tax deadline calendar & reminders
- Property valuation request (1/month)
Plan A
Essential Plan
Secure your basic compliance in Japan
+ ¥20,000 setup fee (first year only)
- 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
- 1 property managed
Plan B
Standard Care
The worry-free standard for overseas owners
+ ¥20,000 setup fee (first year only)
- 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
- Up to 2 properties managed
- Utility connection services (excluding travel costs)
- Management company liaison
- Property liaison support
- Package receipt / storage (fees apply)
Plan C
Premium Concierge
Total management for your valuable property in Japan
+ ¥20,000 setup fee (first year only)
- 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
- Up to 3 properties managed
- Utility connection services (excluding travel costs)
- Management company liaison
- Property liaison support
- Up to 5 packages/month (within 120cm / 15kg)
Additional Services (2026)
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Mail Opening | ¥100 / item |
| Domestic Forwarding (letters & docs) | ¥500 + actual postage |
| Domestic Forwarding (parcel) | ¥1,000 + actual postage |
| International Forwarding (letters & docs) | ¥1,000 + actual postage |
| International Forwarding (parcel) | ¥2,000 + actual postage |
| Mail Storage (letters & docs) | ¥100 / mo per item — after 30 days |
| Package Storage | ¥1,000 / mo per kg — after 10 days |
| External Warehouse Retrieval (parcel) | ¥1,500 / retrieval |
Spot Services
Research and communication support for service providers — internet setup, inspections, renovations, property management, and more.
- • Up to ¥1,000,000 of vendor invoice: 5%
- • Amount exceeding ¥1,000,000 of vendor invoice: 3%
- • Minimum fee: ¥10,000
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
100%
Tax compliance
Online
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.
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Your Japanese Property,
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Let Japan YES handle your tax representation, mail, and payments.
Focus on your life abroad — we will take care of your property in Japan.
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