One map. Every data layer. Faster property decisions.
For property research in Japan, use one workspace for lot numbers, hazard zones, zoning, land prices, and 450,000+ listings. Stop collecting data and start deciding.
- searchable lots
- 102M+
- active listings
- 450,000+
- prefectures
- 47
Trusted by professionals across Japan
Agents, investors, and developers use one map for hazard, zoning, schools, and land prices.
Trusted data
Data You Can Build On.
We bridge the gap between fragmented government records and actionable insights with a transparent, verifiable data pipeline.
Official source provenance
Each layer is tied to official publishers such as MLIT and local government open data portals.
Public-release refresh cycle
Datasets are refreshed in line with public release schedules to minimize stale information.
Verification workflow
We standardize and validate records before publication so map layers stay consistent across regions.
Methodology transparency
We clearly separate official records from platform-derived signals so confidence is easier to assess.
What's on the map
A few things affect safety, value, and what can be built on a property. Here are some key features available on the map.
Focus on safety, buildability, and value before you ever visit the site.
Official sources, refreshed with public releases.
Boundaries
Land boundaries
Parcel boundaries and official lot numbers (地番) for all of Japan—over 102 million searchable lots.
Everything else depends on knowing which piece of land is which. Boundaries connect zoning, hazards, and school districts to the right property.
Risk
Hazard maps
Official maps showing flood, landslide, and liquefaction risk for an area.
Risk affects insurance costs, resale value, and peace of mind. High-risk areas can limit financing options and reduce buyer interest.
Regulation
Zoning
Government designations that define what you can build—residential, commercial, mixed use, height limits.
Zoning rules decide what can be built—a house, a shop, or something taller. This directly affects property value and how the land can be used.
Education
School districts
Which public elementary and junior high school a property belongs to.
Families care a lot about which school their kids will attend. Good school districts typically drive higher demand and stronger resale value.
Value
Land prices
Official published land prices used as a reference for market value and taxes.
Provides market context for evaluating prices, making offers, and understanding tax implications. A reality check against local market values.
Boundaries
Land boundaries
Parcel boundaries and official lot numbers (地番) for all of Japan—over 102 million searchable lots.
Everything else depends on knowing which piece of land is which. Boundaries connect zoning, hazards, and school districts to the right property.
Risk
Hazard maps
Official maps showing flood, landslide, and liquefaction risk for an area.
Risk affects insurance costs, resale value, and peace of mind. High-risk areas can limit financing options and reduce buyer interest.
Regulation
Zoning
Government designations that define what you can build—residential, commercial, mixed use, height limits.
Zoning rules decide what can be built—a house, a shop, or something taller. This directly affects property value and how the land can be used.
Education
School districts
Which public elementary and junior high school a property belongs to.
Families care a lot about which school their kids will attend. Good school districts typically drive higher demand and stronger resale value.
Value
Land prices
Official published land prices used as a reference for market value and taxes.
Provides market context for evaluating prices, making offers, and understanding tax implications. A reality check against local market values.
Market
Market listings
Over 450,000 active property listings across Japan with prices, locations, and details directly on the map.
See what's actually for sale right now. Real listings with real prices help understand current market conditions and what properties are worth.
Property Registration
Need the official registration record for a property in Japan?
Request a copy on our platform. We deliver documents by email and keep them in your account.
01
What You Get
An official copy of the property registration record for the selected lot or building.
02
What It Includes
Registered details such as property identifiers, ownership entries, and recorded rights.
03
Delivery and Access
Track request status, receive documents by email, and download them later from your account.
Sound familiar?
Hazard maps from one site, school districts from another, zoning from a third, land prices from a fourth—and you're still not done.
The old way
- Open maps for location
- Check hazard maps on city site
- Search school district boundaries
- Look up zoning on planning portal
- Find land prices elsewhere
- Copy-paste into notes
The better way
- One interactive map
- 450,000+ listings, 47 prefectures
- All data layers overlaid
- No switching between websites
- Export and share research
Fewer tabs. Clearer decisions. Faster execution.
Flexible tools for every stage of property research—designed to work together on one map.
Discover
Start from any property lead
Verify
Check the full context fast
Japan Property Research
Bring everything into one place
Less Juggling
From scattered tools to one map workspace.
Before
Hazard portal
Flood and landslide checks
Zoning PDF
Use restrictions and FAR
School map
District boundaries
Land price sheet
Official and market pricing
Portal listings
Compare listings across sites
Pin list app
Track candidate places manually
Registry lookup
Ownership and parcel references
After
One map workspace
LiveParcel #12-34-56
Evaluate parcel, constraints, context, and saved places in one map.
Core outcomes
01
Save hours every week
No more switching between hazard sites, zoning portals, and land price pages. One map brings it all together.
02
See the full picture
Overlay risks, schools, transport, and zoning in one view. Spot red flags and opportunities you'd miss elsewhere.
03
Decide with confidence
Save, export, or share your map and reports. Present to clients or keep research organized—no copy-paste chaos.
04
Built for how you work
Compare lots, check school districts, or prepare client reports. Everything in one platform.
Collaboration
One workspace. Every teammate. Zero lost context.
Share a live map so everyone sees the same lots, notes, and decisions in real time.
Close deals faster
Everyone sees updates instantly, so review cycles move faster and decisions stop waiting on scattered messages.
Decisions stay attached
Notes, comments, and approvals stay on each lot, so context is never lost across chat tools and handoffs.
Handoffs that do not break
Map activity history makes ownership clear, so the next assignee can execute without re-checking the same details.
Activity
- Agent updated parcel notes.
- Analyst completed zoning check.
- 10:36 Team assigned due diligence handoff.
Live collaboration map
3 teammates online
Latest decision
Shortlist Lot 12-34 and assign due diligence tasks.
Ready to try team collaboration?
Start with a free account, then invite your teammates after signup and upgrade only when you need shared workflows.
Brokerage teams
When your trial outgrows solo workflows, move to team onboarding.
Large brokerages hit a bottleneck fast: more teammates, more handoffs, and more risk of lost context. Enterprise onboarding keeps every teammate in one managed workspace.
What changes at team scale
- Onboard every teammate into one workspace with consistent permissions.
- Keep lot notes, map decisions, and handoff history attached to each property.
- Route setup and workspace management through sales for brokerage-level rollout.
Area market reports
Data-driven market analysis for key areas in Japan. Official land price data and platform insights.
Research Guides
Research Guides
Practical guides for researching property in Japan, from lot numbers and due diligence to zoning, hazards, and source checks.
The Property Research Workflow In Japan (Step-By-Step)
A step-by-step guide to the full property research workflow in Japan, from listings and lot numbers to registry checks, zoning, hazard maps, and land prices.
Read guideBest Tools For Property Research In Japan
A neutral guide to the main websites and data sources used to research property in Japan, and where Japan Property Research fits in the workflow.
Read guideHow To Read A Japanese Property Registry
A plain-English guide to the Japanese property registry, including ownership, mortgages, location, and land details.
Read guideWhat Is A Lot Number In Japan
An explanation of Japan’s lot number system, why it differs from street addresses, and why it matters for land and registry research.
Read guideBuilt for real estate professionals
Whether you're buying, selling, investing, or building—one platform for the tools you need.
Real Estate Agents
Close deals faster with property data and neighborhood insights.
- Property data & comparison
- Client-ready reports
Property Buyers
Find your home with confidence using neighborhood and property data.
- School districts & hazards
- Transportation & amenities
Investors
Data-driven decisions with market analysis and trend insights.
- Land price trends
- Development potential
Builders & Developers
Site selection and planning with survey tools and zoning data.
- Zoning & hazard overlays
- Survey & measurement
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Japan Property Research.
Still have questions? Contact us
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Connect to Japan Property Research MCP
Endpoint
https://japanpropertyresearch.com/mcpAuth
Authorization: Bearer jpnr_...Transport
HTTP MCPTo open Cursor and automatically add the Japan Property Research MCP, click install. Alternatively, add the following to your ~/.cursor/mcp.json file.
Command Line
| 1 | { |
| 2 | "mcpServers": { |
| 3 | "japanpropertyresearch": { |
| 4 | "url": "https://japanpropertyresearch.com/mcp", |
| 5 | "headers": { |
| 6 | "Authorization": "Bearer jpnr_********************************" |
| 7 | } |
| 8 | } |
| 9 | } |
| 10 | } |
After installing, you can manage MCP client sessions in your Dashboard settings.