Japanese Property Documents

A plain-English guide to every official document in a Japanese real estate transaction. Know what you need, what it contains, and how to get it.

登記事項証明書

Property Registry Certificate

The most fundamental property document in Japan. Official record of ownership, liens, mortgages, and property details from the Legal Affairs Bureau.

Fee: ¥600 Same day
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固定資産評価証明書

Fixed Asset Evaluation Certificate

Shows the government's assessed value of land and buildings for tax purposes. Essential for purchase negotiations and tax calculations.

Fee: ¥200–400 Same day
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納税証明書

Property Tax Payment Certificate

Official proof that property taxes have been paid. Required for property sales, loan applications, and compliance verification.

Fee: ¥200–400 Same day
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住民票

Resident Certificate

Official proof of residence issued by the municipal office. Frequently required in property registration, banking, and contract signing.

Fee: ¥200–300 Same day
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建築確認済証

Building Confirmation Certificate

Proves a building was approved for construction under Japan's building standards. Critical for verifying legal construction and planning renovations.

Fee: Varies Issued once
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地積測量図

Land Survey Map

Official survey showing exact boundaries, dimensions, and area of a land parcel. Filed at the Legal Affairs Bureau for formally surveyed parcels.

Fee: ¥450 Same day
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建物図面

Building Floor Plan

Official floor plan filed at the Legal Affairs Bureau showing building footprint, floor layout, and area per level. Part of building registration records.

Fee: ¥450 Same day
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