A Proposition on Revision of the Fixed-term Tenancy System and Some Comments on Interpretation Methods of the Law

Abstract

This paper addresses a proposition on revision of the Fixed-term Building Lease Law and some comments on the papers by Prof. Tamada, Prof. Fujii and Mr. Ozawa carried on the Japanese Journal of Real Estate Sciences No16. Especially, it criticizes the interpretation method on the articles of “Notice of Termination” and the proposition of “Introducing the Rule Preventing from Vacating in Misery” in Prof. Fujii's paper. It also examines that “Reservation System on the Future Contract of Continuous Tenancy” does not cause favorable effects for promoting use of Fixed-term Tenancy