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Japan has roughly 9 million vacant homes. Here's what akiya actually are, why they exist, and how to navigate the process of buying one.

The average new house in Japan costs around ¥35-40 million ($233-267k at ~150 yen/$). But in rural areas, abandoned homes sell for under ¥500,000 ($3,300). Here is what you need to know about Japanese property prices in 2026.

This step by step guide covers the entire process from house hunting, budgeting, hidden costs, and purchasing.
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