TOKYO -- One of Tokyo's 23 wards on Friday called for a five-year ban against the resale of condominiums to combat the rise of property values from speculative transactions.
Chiyoda aims to halt speculative purchases and support those looking for dwellings

Condominium prices in the heart of Tokyo rose 20% in the first half of the year. (Photo by Tomoki Mera)
TOKYO -- One of Tokyo's 23 wards on Friday called for a five-year ban against the resale of condominiums to combat the rise of property values from speculative transactions.