Key Facts
• Nomura J-REIT Fund won the 2025 Diamond Zai NISA Grand Prix in the REIT category.
• Achieved top performance for three consecutive years, surpassing the Tokyo Stock Exchange REIT Index.
• J-REITs’ average dividend yield reached 5.02% as of May 2025, a 20-year high.
• Tokyo office vacancy rates dropped below 4% in 2025, with rents expected to rise further.
• J-REITs invest in diverse real estate sectors, including offices, hotels, and logistics facilities.
• Nomura J-REIT Fund focuses on high-quality assets and optimal timing for investments.
• J-REITs offer tax advantages by distributing over 90% of profits as dividends.
• Adding J-REITs to portfolios enhances diversification and reduces risk due to low correlation with stocks.
• Inflation-hedging properties of real estate make J-REITs attractive during inflationary periods.
• Rising interest rates pose challenges, but strong financial strategies mitigate risks.
Summary
The Nomura J-REIT Fund, a three-time winner of the Diamond Zai NISA Grand Prix, continues to outperform the Tokyo Stock Exchange REIT Index by leveraging high-quality asset selection and strategic timing. J-REITs, with an average dividend yield of 5.02% as of May 2025, provide a compelling investment option for diversification and inflation hedging. They allow investors to access real estate with minimal capital and benefit from tax advantages. Despite potential challenges from rising interest rates, the fund’s robust financial strategies and focus on sectors like offices, which show strong recovery trends, ensure resilience. Incorporating J-REITs into portfolios can reduce risk due to their low correlation with stocks, making them a valuable addition for long-term asset growth.
