Akiya in Yamaguchi, Japan | Buy a Vacant House | Maneki Real Estate

There is no general law that prevents foreign nationals from buying land or houses in Japan, and you do not need to live in Japan to buy. Please note that owning property does not give you a visa or the right to live in Japan. From October 2026, nationality is required when registering a new owner. Non-residents may also need to file a report through the Bank of Japan after buying. A judicial scrivener (shihoshoshi) handles the registration.

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Akiya are often cheap to buy, but old houses may need repairs, cleaning or removal of old furniture. Besides the price, expect costs such as the brokerage fee, registration fees, stamp duty and the annual fixed asset tax. We help you check the condition of the house before you decide.

We can show you houses on a video call, explain the area, and support you from viewing to contract and registration, working with a judicial scrivener and tax accountant. You do not always need to come to Japan to complete the purchase. After you buy, we can also help you use the house as a vacation rental (minpaku): we are a registered residential accommodation management business (MLIT (01) No. F06247). If you are not sure where to start, just tell us your budget and the kind of life you want in Yamaguchi.