Minato
Azabu, Aoyama, Shirokane and the streets around Shiba Park. We can explore city convenience alongside quieter residential pockets.
Tokyo, considered.
A place in Tokyo.
A reason to return.
For the city you love, a home of your own. I help international buyers find their place in Tokyo, with the local guidance to make each step feel clear.
Tell me about your Tokyo
Second homes. New chapters. Tokyo.Meet your advisor
Meet Marie
Your home here
starts with you.
Perhaps it’s a city you return to every year. Perhaps you’re ready to make Japan part of everyday life. I’m here to help you find a home that fits the way you want to spend your time.
I’m Marie Johnson, a Real Estate Advisor with H2 | Christie’s International Real Estate in Tokyo. I work with international buyers looking for a second home or a new base in Japan, from a city apartment to a house, a plot of land or a home created with an architect.
My work in Japanese real estate began in Osaka more than five years ago. After E-Housing from 2023 to 2026, I joined H2 Group, Christie’s master affiliate in Japan, in August 2026.
I handle the conversations and coordination in Japanese, explain what matters in plain English and help you understand the choices before you make them. We start with your plans, not a list of properties.
How we’ll work togetherFinding your home
A home that feels
like your Japan.
An apartment for long weekends. A house for family visits. Or the opportunity to create something of your own.
Condos & houses
We look beyond the floor plan to daylight, the street outside, the journey from the airport and how the home will work when you’re away.
Land & custom builds
I help you explore land and coordinate with architects and building partners, so the possibilities, costs and practical constraints are understood early.
Renovation & life after purchase
From adapting an existing home to arranging care between visits, I can introduce renovation, interior and property-management partners.
Buying in Japan
From the first conversation
to your own front door.
You don’t need to know the Japanese property process before we speak. I’ll help you understand what comes next, including what can be arranged from abroad.
- 01
Start with your plans
We talk about how you’ll use the home, the areas you enjoy, your budget, timing and who will be involved in the decision. We agree how we’ll work together before the search begins.
- 02
Find the right fit
I prepare a focused shortlist and arrange viewings in person or by video. We compare the home, its surroundings and the ongoing ownership costs, not just the asking price.
- 03
Understand, then commit
When you’re ready, I help with the offer and negotiations. A licensed real-estate transaction specialist explains the important matters before the purchase contract is signed.
- 04
Prepare for handover
I coordinate with the relevant professionals on documents, payment and registration, then help arrange the next steps for moving in, renovating or caring for your home.
Legal, tax and finance advice comes from the appropriate qualified professionals. The arrangements and timing depend on the property and your circumstances.
Life in Tokyo
Find your own
rhythm of the city.
A favourite café. A familiar walk. The feeling of coming back. The right neighbourhood is as personal as the home itself.
Shibuya & Meguro
Hiroo, Ebisu, Daikanyama and Nakameguro. For days spent between neighbourhood cafés, small shops and walks close to home.
A little more room
Chiyoda, Chuo, Setagaya and Ota offer different ways to live. We’ll compare what matters to you, from space and greenery to access across Tokyo.
A little clarity
Buying from abroad?
Let’s make it clearer.
You may be at the beginning, or already have a home in mind. These are useful questions to bring to our first conversation.
Ask me your questionsWhere should I start?
Tell me what brings you back to Japan and how you imagine using the home. We’ll discuss budget, timing and who needs to be involved before looking at individual properties.
Can I arrange viewings while overseas?
We can discuss live video viewings and plan an in-person visit around your schedule. I’ll explain which parts of the purchase may be handled remotely and which arrangements need checking with the professionals involved.
What should I budget beyond the price?
Allow for acquisition costs, professional fees, taxes and ongoing ownership expenses. I’ll help you build a property-specific picture and introduce qualified tax or finance advisers where needed. Financing availability depends on the lender and your circumstances.
Can you help with a renovation or custom build?
Yes. We can discuss a renovation or land search and introductions to architects and building partners. Their advice is important when assessing feasibility, approvals, costs and the programme of works.
Tokyo by Marie
A closer look
at life here.
Homes, architecture and the details that make Tokyo feel like Tokyo. Come and explore the city with me.
Follow @tokyobymarieLet’s talk
What does your
Tokyo look like?
Tell me what you love about Japan, how you’d like to use your home and where you are in your plans. We’ll start there.
