Tenant Rights in Japan (Shakkan-Ho): Regular vs. Fixed-Term Leases

Understanding strong tenant protections and why Fixed-Term (Teiki) leases are vital for landlords.

Published by Japan Property Yield Editorial Team • Reading Time: 8 min read • Public Reference Guide (No Login Required)

Regular Leases (Futsu Shakka-Keiyaku)

Tenants possess perpetual renewal rights; landlords cannot evict or raise rent without strict "just cause".

Fixed-Term Leases (Teiki Shakka-Keiyaku)

Contracts expire automatically on a specified date, giving landlords total control over property repossession.


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