When discussing large numbers like "50 million yen," our sense of money can sometimes get paralyzed. But here is a sober reality check: Japan's Consumption Tax is 10%. If the construction cost is 50 million JPY, the tax alone is 5 million JPY. This is enough to buy a luxury car. The "Tax-Excluded" Trap If you build your budget based on "Tax-Excluded" prices, you will face a 5 million yen deficit at the final contract stage. This can cause loan applications to fail. Always ens

When building a custom home, it's easy to get absorbed in choosing kitchens, flooring, and wallpapers. As a result, many buyers fall into a classic trap: spending their entire budget on the building and leaving almost nothing for the **Exterior (Gaikou)**—the garden, fences, and approach. The Face of Your Home The exterior is more than just decoration; it drastically changes the home's image and value. More importantly, it is crucial for privacy. Without a properly designed f