What is the Japanese Property Registry?
Japan’s Property Registry (不動産登記, Fudōsan Tōki) is a government-managed system that records ownership rights, mortgages, liens, and other legal interests in real estate. The registry is maintained by the Legal Affairs Bureau (法務局, Hōmukyoku) and serves as the official record of property ownership and legal status.
For foreign investors, real estate buyers, and businesses, obtaining a Property Registry Certificate is essential to verify ownership and legal conditions before making transactions.
Types of Property Registry Certificates in Japan
When you request a Real Property Registry Certificate (登記事項証明書, Tōki Jikō Shōmeisho), you receive official legal records of a property. The main types of certificates include:
1.Land Registry Certificate (土地登記事項証明書)
Covers: A single land parcel (土地, Tochi)
Includes:
Ownership details (current and past owners)
Size and boundaries of the land
Encumbrances (mortgages, liens, rights of way, etc.)
2. Building Registry Certificate (建物登記事項証明書)
Covers: A standalone building (建物, Tatemono)
Includes:
Ownership details
Structure type (residential, commercial, etc.)
Floor area and construction details
Encumbrances and restrictions
3. Entire Building Registry Certificate (一棟建物登記事項証明書)
Covers: An entire apartment complex, office building, or condominium block
Includes:
Ownership information of the building as a whole
Details on land rights associated with the building
Mortgages or liens attached to the entire building
4. Condominium Unit Registry Certificate (区分所有建物登記事項証明書)
Covers: A single condominium or apartment unit (専有部分, Sen’yū Bubun)
Includes:
Unit ownership details
Size of the unit and share of common areas
Mortgages, liens, and any restrictions on the unit
When Do You Need a Property Registry Certificate?
A Property Registry Certificate is crucial in various situations, including:
Before Buying or Investing in Real Estate
•Confirm legal ownership to avoid fraud or disputes
•Check for existing mortgages, liens, or restrictions
Before Selling Property
•Ensure the title is clear and updated
•Verify any legal encumbrances that may affect the sale
For Due Diligence in Real Estate Investment
•Investors must confirm land/building ownership and legal standing
•Helps assess risks in commercial and residential property deals
For Legal or Financial Transactions
•Required for real estate litigation, inheritance cases, and mortgage applications
Before Leasing a Property
•Confirm the landlord’s ownership and any legal encumbrances
•Ensure the building complies with local regulations
Risks of Not Verifying Property Registry Records
Without proper due diligence, real estate transactions in Japan can lead to serious issues:
Fraudulent Sales or Ownership Disputes
•If the seller does not actually own the property, the transaction could be invalid.
Unexpected Encumbrances
•Mortgages, liens, or usage restrictions may limit your rights over the property.
Unregistered Ownership Transfers
•If ownership is not properly recorded, legal disputes may arise later.
How to Obtain a Property Registry Certificate
We provide a fast and reliable service to obtain official Japanese Property Registry Certificates with English translations.
Service Fee: $500 per property
(Each land parcel, building, or apartment unit counts as one property.)
Processing Time:
Delivered as a PDF within 2 business days (excluding Japanese holidays).
Please Note: If there is an ongoing registration process for the requested company or property, retrieval may take longer than 2 business days. The certificate will be issued as soon as the registration is completed.
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