About Me

Glen McAlevey - Property Pilot Japan

Hello and welcome to Property Pilot Japan! My name is Glen McAlevey, and I established this service to help overseas investors navigate the Japanese real estate market with confidence.

I am a long-term resident of Japan, native level Japanese speaker, currently hold Permanent Resident status, and have spent a combined total of 12 years living here over the last 28 years. My connection with Japan began in the 1990s when I first arrived as an exchange student. This initial experience led to further adventures, including a working holiday visa period where I drove trucks across the country, followed by work as a freelance translator.

After some time away, my path led back to Japan in 2018, initially working within the Japanese airline industry. Now, I work semi-remotely for a US-based company, which provides the flexibility to dedicate significant time to my true passion: real estate investment.

I've been an active property investor since 2010, and since 2020, I've focused specifically on the Japanese market. During this time, I've personally purchased and sold eight properties, gaining practical, hands-on experience with the entire process – from finding opportunities and negotiating deals to managing renovations and dealing with tenants.

This combination of long-term residency, diverse professional experience within Japan, and direct, personal investment experience allows me to offer a unique perspective. I understand the challenges and questions that arise for overseas investors because I've been through them myself. My aim is to act as your trusted guide and facilitator on the ground, making your investment journey as smooth and successful as possible.

Let me help you find the perfect Japanese property for your needs!