An excerpt from Kokoro Yoshimatsu’s book reveals a savvy Hong Kong real‑estate chief who calls Osaka the hottest market in Japan for Expo 2025 reasons, tied to Expo 2025‑driven tourist demand and foreign buyers. The piece notes talks with nine buyers and twelve firms, including a CEO named Gary who would buy distressed hotels, Airbnb‑style houses, or even oversize projects, arguing that many Japanese operators mismanage assets. It also explains that properties exceeding floor‑area ratios can fetch bargains because banks hesitate to lend, fueling the current boom.