How I Bought the Perfect Abandoned House in Japan

I bought what felt like the perfect akiya in Myoko, but the reality of akiya in Japan goes far beyond finding a cheap house in good condition. After living in Japan for over 10 years, I understand that home ownership here carries ongoing responsibility. Maintenance, neighbourhood relationships, local participation, and communication all shape the experience long after the purchase. Many akiya also come with preferences and expectations from the seller. In some cases, owners care less about maximising the sale price and more about who will live there, how the home will be used, and whether the buyer will contribute positively to the community. That’s also a core idea behind akiya banks. They are not just property listing platforms. They exist to connect homes with people who intend to live locally, maintain the property, and help sustain shrinking communities. This video shares the story of finding a home that felt right, while also recognising the responsibility and trust that often sits behind these purchases. —————————— —————————— ORIJA TOURS & MERCH | www.orija.me JAPAN TRAVEL GUIDE | https://www.rexby.com/im.mattguy/japan BUY ME A COFFEE | https://ko-fi.com/mattguy INSTAGRAM | @im.mattguy My Top 21 Property Locations: https://www.mattguy.net/wheretobuypro... —————————— —————————— #akiya #japanproperty #myokojapan #skiinjapan #cheapjapanhouse #orija #japanrealestate #lottearai #propertyinspection #buyingpropertyinjapan #japantravel #japanskitrip #japanhouse #orija #mattguy