Why Japan Has Millions of Empty Houses
Japan has a serious problem with empty houses. Millions of akiyas, or abandoned homes, are scattered throughout the country, and the number is only growing. The problem is particularly acute …
Exploring the world of property auctions in Japan
House and land auctions have become an inexpensive and fascinating way to buy property. Japan’s blend of tradition and modernity is reflected in these auctions, where old-fashioned bidding and the …
Foreigners Can Buy Cheap Houses in Auction in Japan
On the occasion of the public presentation of Google’s Artificial Intelligence, called Bard, we asked him whether acquiring an Akiya or an economical house at auction in Japan would be …
ChatGPT asserts that acquiring a house in Japan is an opportunity for freelancers and digital nomads
We asked the trending Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, about the feasibility of owning a property in Japan, and it has crafted an article that we wish to share with our readers. …
The best way to access the Internet in Japan
There’s no doubt that the Internet has become an essential tool in our daily lives… So, if you want to have a good connection and stay connected to the Internet, …
Is it possible to obtain a residence permit in Japan by buying a property?
The possibility of buying a house in Japan at a very good price and living in the middle of bucolic rice fields while working online and gradually renovating the house …
The best bank account for short-term stays in Japan
If we are going to spend a small part of the year in Japan, one of the most important things to think about is how we are going to get …
Documents required for short-term stays in Japan
Citizens of United Kingdom, Ireland, Gibraltar, Australia, Canada, the United States, Argentina, Netherlands and Belgium do not require a visa if their visit to Japan is for less than 90 …
Cards, cash, e-money and currency exchange in Japan
The Land of the Rising Sun is incredibly modern in many ways, but one of the things that most surprises tourists and visitors is the low use of credit cards …
Japanese Akiyas: Why are these houses empty?
One of Japan’s distinctive features is its ability to provide free housing for its citizens, a phenomenon that is probably unparalleled anywhere in the world. Against the backdrop of Japan’s …