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Property Scam Types Targeting Foreigners in Japan: How to Stay Safe
Learn about the most common property scams targeting foreigners in Japan — unlicensed agents, title fraud, akiya traps, and rental scams — and how to protect yourself with verified steps.
March 16, 2026
Best Online Real Estate Platforms in Japan for Foreign Buyers
Discover the best English-language online real estate platforms in Japan for foreign buyers. Compare Akiya Japan, Real Estate Japan, Tokyo Portfolio, and more to find your ideal property.
March 16, 2026
Insurance for Vacant Properties and Akiya in Japan
Learn how to insure your akiya or vacant property in Japan as a foreigner. Covers fire insurance, earthquake coverage, costs, providers, and tips for non-residents.
March 16, 2026
Renovating a Traditional Japanese House for Modern Living
Complete guide to renovating traditional Japanese houses (kominka, machiya, akiya) for modern living. Costs, subsidies, contractors, permits, and design tips for foreign owners in Japan.
March 16, 2026
Best Property Types for Investment in Japan for Foreigners
Discover the best property types for investment in Japan as a foreigner — from urban condominiums with 4-5% yields to akiya, short-term rentals, J-REITs, and resort properties. Includes yield comparisons, costs, and expert tips.
March 16, 2026
Where to Find Kominka for Sale in Japan: Resources and Platforms
Discover the best platforms and resources to find kominka for sale in Japan. From KORYOYA to akiya banks, this guide covers every tool foreigners need to buy a traditional Japanese farmhouse.
March 16, 2026
Akiya Near Tokyo: Accessible Vacant Houses for Commuters
Find affordable akiya (vacant houses) within commuting distance of Tokyo. Covers best rail corridors in Saitama, Chiba, Kanagawa, Ibaraki, government subsidies, and tips for foreign buyers.
March 16, 2026
Can You Turn an Akiya into a Rental Property in Japan?
Foreigners can convert akiya (vacant Japanese homes) into rental properties. Learn the legal requirements, rental models, renovation costs, and tax rules for akiya rental investment in Japan.
March 16, 2026
Kominka (Traditional Farmhouse) Akiya: Buying and Renovating
Complete guide to buying and renovating a kominka (traditional Japanese farmhouse) as a foreigner. Covers costs, subsidies, finding properties, renovation tips, and the buying process.
March 16, 2026
Akiya Success Stories: Foreigners Who Bought Vacant Houses in Japan
Real success stories of foreigners who successfully bought akiya (vacant houses) in Japan. Learn what they paid, how they did it, and how to replicate their success with practical tips and lessons learned.
March 16, 2026
Foreign Buyer Akiya Purchase Process Step by Step
Complete step-by-step guide to buying an akiya (vacant house) in Japan as a foreign buyer. Covers property search, due diligence, contracts, payment, title registration, and mandatory reporting requirements.
March 16, 2026
Akiya Legal Issues and Title Problems to Watch Out For
Discover the critical akiya legal issues and title problems foreign buyers face in Japan: unregistered ownership, multiple heirs, zoning problems, and new 2024-2025 laws. Essential due diligence guide.
March 16, 2026