Learn about Japanese real estate, topics like renting, getting a mortgage and everything you need to live comfortably in a Japanese home.
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Akiya are abandoned or vacant homes across Japan, often in rural towns and villages. Japan has millions of these properties due to population decline and urban migration. Interest in akiya is growing, especially among foreigners curious about affordable property opportunities. Below, we’ll answer the most common questions about akiya, ownership, and the process of buying
Find helpful tips and guides on renting in Japan.
Key money, known in Japanese as reikin (礼金), is a nonrefundable payment a tenant often pays to a landlord when signing a lease. It literally means “gratitude money,” and historically it was paid as thanks for being allowed to rent the property. For many foreigners it feels odd because it is not a deposit held
Japan is home to hundreds of cities, some enormous, some small, but each with unique qualities that will appeal to anyone looking to relocate. Whether seeking a bustling metropolis with innumerable job opportunities, a historical town with rich culture, or a relaxed coastal city with a high standard of living, Japan has something for everyone.