https://japanpropertycentral.com/for...roperty-scams/

"There were several real estate brokerages running schemes that would specifically target expats in Tokyo earning over 7 million Yen a year, by holding frequent property investment seminars. An American living in Tokyo who had purchased through one real estate brokerage in the past often appeared at seminars to assist foreigners with the loan process."

If this applies to anyone , there is a Class Action lawsuit :
Class Action Suit for Victims of the Suruga Property Investment Loan Scam August 10, 2021.
https://www.si-higaibengodan.com/