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Read More:
1 - https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2024/oct/29/rot-romance-and-renovations-the-reality-of-buying-a-cheap-old-house-on-instagram
2 - https://www.news.com.au/finance/real-estate/buying/australians-snapping-up-cheap-houses-in-japan-to-escape-housing-crunch/news-story/caba41b7e69c92f7056a5d42ca275724
Japan faces a growing issue with vacant and abandoned houses, known as akiya, stemming from urbanization and an aging population. Consequently, around 14% of Japanese homes are unoccupied, a figure projected to increase significantly.
To address this, government and private initiatives offer these properties at low costs, even free in some cases, attracting both domestic and international buyers seeking affordable housing or investment opportunities.
However, potential buyers must consider the significant renovation needs and potential hidden defects common in neglected properties, alongside challenges like language and cultural barriers. Despite these hurdles, akiya represent a unique prospect for affordable homeownership and entrepreneurial ventures in Japan.
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By QA Labs 2025© | Leo and LunaRead More:
1 - https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2024/oct/29/rot-romance-and-renovations-the-reality-of-buying-a-cheap-old-house-on-instagram
2 - https://www.news.com.au/finance/real-estate/buying/australians-snapping-up-cheap-houses-in-japan-to-escape-housing-crunch/news-story/caba41b7e69c92f7056a5d42ca275724
Japan faces a growing issue with vacant and abandoned houses, known as akiya, stemming from urbanization and an aging population. Consequently, around 14% of Japanese homes are unoccupied, a figure projected to increase significantly.
To address this, government and private initiatives offer these properties at low costs, even free in some cases, attracting both domestic and international buyers seeking affordable housing or investment opportunities.
However, potential buyers must consider the significant renovation needs and potential hidden defects common in neglected properties, alongside challenges like language and cultural barriers. Despite these hurdles, akiya represent a unique prospect for affordable homeownership and entrepreneurial ventures in Japan.